Syensqo introduces orange-colored grades for critical EV components
Fiberglass-reinforced Amodel PPA HFFR-4133 OR resin combines safety and visibility to meet e-mobility’s high-voltage safety standards.
Amodel HFFR-4133 OR as molded (left) and after 1,000 hours at 125°C under a D65 light source (right). Source | Syensqo
Syensqo (Brussels, Belgium) launches Amodel PPA HFFR-4133 orange (OR), a 33% glass fiber-reinforced, halogen-free, flame-retardant polyphthalamide (PPA) resin distinguished by its stable and vibrant orange color. It is well suited for critical electric vehicle components, such as connectors and busbars, and other electronic applications, emphasizing safety and visibility.
In the e-mobility sector, the use of orange-colored connectors has become a crucial safety standard, offering immediate visual identification of live high-voltage components. Amodel PPA HFFR-4133 OR not only meets but exceeds these safety expectations by retaining its bright color even under prolonged heat exposure, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 6469-3, IEC 60664 and relevant UL specifications. This eliminates the need for in-press coloring, streamlining the manufacturing process.
The Amodel PPA HFFR-4133 OR is hot water moldable and boasts a V0 rating, making it ideal for high-voltage automotive applications.
Syensqo is adding Amodel PPA HFFR-4133 OR to a portfolio of battery solutions including Xencor LFT XTreme PPA LGF-1045 Echo BP which was developed for components requiring thermal runaway protection and Amodel PPA AE-8945 HFFR which was developed for high-voltage pyrofuses.
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