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(Exton, Pa., U.S.) introduces Fluon+ functionalized fluoropolymers that reportedly enhance the performance of carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic (CFRP & CFRTP) composites. These compounds are ideal for composites applications that require a durable, lightweight material, such as automobiles, aircraft and sports products, as well as printed circuit boards requiring low transmission loss and high heat resistance.

AGC says the performance benefits of these compounds include:

• Wide temperature range (-200°C up to 260°C)
• Impact strength
• Vibration damping
• Near-zero water absorption
• High-temperature adhesion
• Flame retardancy
• Reduced micro-cracking
• Prevention of galvanic corrosion
• Superior chemical resistance
• Excellent dielectric properties
• Low-friction surface.

AGC’s fluoropolymer-modified polyether ether ketone (mPEEK) can be used to produce different geometries such as sheets, rods, tubes, gears, liners, wire and cable insulations and films that withstand demanding operational conditions. According to AGC, the compound improves processability via extrusion molding, injection molding and compression molding. It also demonstrates a lower dielectric constant than standard PEEK at high temperatures up to 260°C.

In addition, AGC’s fluoropolymer-modified polyphenylene sulfide (mPPS) can be used to produce films, bearings, bushings, hoses and other flexible tubing and liners for chemical processing in oil and gas. AGC says it is ideal for applications that require high-temperature (>200°C) and chemical resistance, as well as retained performance.