In the manufacturing world, businesses are constantly on the lookout for materials to make and improve their products. Thermoset Composites are the gold standard in terms of customization and usability in an ever-increasing quality controlled manufacturing landscape.
Thermoset composites allow for customization, focusing on the key needs of the business. When considering if thermoset composites should be used in your products you need to consider:
FDA approved
Thermoset composites go through rigorous testing in order to comply with FDA requirements.Cost effective
These composites traditionally have low costs for their raw materials, thus lowering the cost of manufacturing the product.
Durability
When the thermosets are cured, their fibrous structure of molecules bind and create a strong and solid shape that will withstand pressure and use. The cross-linking process of the fibers further stabilizes and strengthens the composite.
Longevity
Due to the strong fibrous structure mentioned above, the composites can withstand years of use, lending to a longer life cycle for your product with minimal maintenance.
Safety and resistance
With its composition and lack of metal in its creation, thermoset composites are resistant to corrosive and chemical environments as well as environments with electricity, further enhancing its safety. Composites are also UV resistant and maintain their color, making them perfect for outdoor use.
Reaction to heat
In contrast to thermoplastics, when thermosets react to high heat, they will not melt but instead degrade. Customizable formulations can be made to ensure that the necessary heat ranges are met for your products. They also offer creep resistance.
Weight vs. Strength
Thermoset composites can be customized to have a low density, resulting in the same durability and strength with the added benefit of being lightweight.
Adhesion
Composites offer excellent adhesion to paint and other non-composite materials, like powder coating.
Automotive and other commercial uses
Automotive approved, they are also used in jet engines and wind turbines where they are subject to constant pressure and friction.
Metal or plastic replacement
With its rigidity and strength of cross-linked fibers, thermosets prove to be a great replacement for metals. Its customization properties and resistance to heat, UV, as well as corrosive and chemical environments make it a perfect substitute for plastics. Thermoset composites offer the benefits of metals and plastics while enhancing the options of usability and customization, in addition to cost savings to deliver the key specifications your product needs.
With all of these different reasons to use thermoset composites, the real question becomes: How would you not benefit from using thermoset composites in your products?
