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forced semi-finished thermoplastic composites. It can also be used as a metal substitute in a range of applications. In addition, Lanxess has also developed Durethan BKV 30 XF (XtremeFlow). The company says that the PA6 with 30% glass fibre content is the successor to its Durethan DP BKV 30 XF product and is over 17% easier flowing (flow spiral, 8×2 mm, 280°C melt temperature). The new material features a good mechanical property profile that is almost identical to that of its predecessor and also produces good surfaces. Applications include automotive mounts and brackets. Novel applications on show include an engine oil pan
for the Porsche 911 Carrera. The oil pan consists of an upper and lower part made from 30% glass fibre-rein- forced Durethan BKV 30 H2.0. This material is said to offer a high level of functional integration and has good long term resistance to engine oils. The part is more than 2kg lighter than an aluminium alternative.
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Thermoplastics with good melt flow characteristics from Lanxess have also been used for the design of a large, thin-walled roller support for a food processor. The precision part, which is subject to high mechanical loads and
must display low warpage and high dimensional stability, is
made of Pocan C 3230 XF (XtremeFlow). This is a blend of PBT and PC reinforced with 30% glass fibres. Lanxess’s Rhein Chemie Additives business unit is
expanding its phosphorous-based halogen-free flame retardant range, which it has developed to meet the fire safety standards for buildings and the automotive and electronic sectors. Levagard TP LXS 51114 is a low-emission flame retardant for flexible PU foams and biopolymers that is characterised by low emissions (fogging) and low scorch. The company says it is suitable for use in polyether and polyester based flexible PU foams for automotive interior applications. It can also be used in biopolymers in applications such as
Left: Lanxess will display this weight-saving Porsche oil pan produced in a 30% glass reinforced Durethan
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