Long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) manufacturer Plasticomp has demonstrated its aesthetic ability through the velocity high fluidity long fiber reinforced nylon composite material.

It is reported that this series of products simplifies the injection molding process of high fiber content lft parts, and can produce a smoother surface without fiber.

Plasticomp developed Velocity series of high fluidity nylon 6 and nylon lft composites, which are designed to make glass fiber or carbon fiber material with high content of the molding become more simple and quick.

The fiber content of the standard type LFT material is 50% or above, has a high viscosity characteristic, can appear the problem in the molding, especially in the thin-walled field.

“Increased liquidity was a spin-off of the velocity fiber product, but it became a very important requirement,” said Eric Wollan, Plasticomp business development manager. “LFT is evolving, with these materials in industrial products, The appearance and surface of these products have become an even more important selection criterion for the increased use of internal structural elements and even consumer and exposure enclosures. ”

For the standard high fiber content materials, in order to obtain the thickness of the resin-rich layer, it requires a high molding temperature, which in turn leads to slower production cycle and increase operating costs.

When using the plastic map velocity fiber-grade material, it is alleged that a fiber-free surface can be formed at the lower processing temperature of 30-40°f (17-22°c).

A smooth, resin-rich surface makes the color more vibrant and can handle better rolling details-the visual characteristics that consumers want to build on the quality of high-end products are important.

“Velocity LfT product superior surface finish in essence to the needs of any two spraying operations, through the polishing die may achieve close to the a-level surface,” Wollan said, “Combining these aesthetic advantages with Velocity production of thin-walled products, More complex designs can be done with less material.

Plasticomp’s long fiber reinforced materials are ready to serve the next generation of applications.”