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Prepreg Types

Thermoset Prepregs

Thermoset prepregs become rigid and brittle after curing. These types of prepregs are used in applications requiring high strength and high temperature resistance.

Classification of Thermoset Prepregs:

  • Epoxy-based Prepregs: Epoxy resin is the most commonly used thermoset resin. Epoxy prepregs have properties such as high strength, high temperature resistance (120°C - 180°C), and resistance to chemicals.
  • Bismaleimide-based Prepregs: These have higher temperature resistance (250°C) and properties such as resistance to fire, radiation, and chemicals.
  • Benzoxazine-based Prepregs: These have high temperature performance, low moisture absorption, and good flame, smoke, and toxicity properties.
  • Phenolic-based Prepregs: These have properties such as high temperature resistance and resistance to chemicals.

Main Features of Thermoset Prepregs:

  • High Strength
  • High Temperature Resistance
  • Resistance to Chemicals
  • Good Abrasion Resistance
  • Low Water Absorption

Thermoset Prepregs are commonly used in the following applications:

  • Aerospace industry
  • Automotive industry
  • Energy sector
  • Wind energy
  • Sporting goods

Thermoplastic Prepregs

Thermoplastic prepregs can be reshaped after heating. These types of prepregs are used in applications requiring high fatigue resistance and low temperature resistance.

Classification of Thermoplastic Prepregs:

  • Polyester-based Prepregs: Polyester resin is the most commonly used thermoplastic resin. Polyester prepregs have properties such as low cost and ease of processing.
  • Polyamide-based Prepregs: These have properties such as high strength and resistance to chemicals.
  • PEEK-based Prepregs: These have properties such as high strength, high temperature resistance, and resistance to chemicals.
  • PEI-based Prepregs: These have properties such as high strength, high temperature resistance, and resistance to chemicals.

Main Features of Thermoplastic Prepregs:

  • High Fatigue Resistance
  • Low Temperature Resistance
  • Resistance to Chemicals
  • Good Abrasion Resistance
  • High Water Absorption

Thermoplastic Prepregs are commonly used in the following applications:

  • Automotive industry
  • Consumer products
  • Sporting goods
  • Electronic devices