HexMC® Materials for Industries

HexMC® is a high performance molding material, suitable for the high volume production of complex shaped parts (10,000+) and specifically designed for compression molding. With long carbon fibers (50mm) and a low resin content, HexMC® provides better mechanical properties than any other short or long fiber molding compound.

The HexMC® epoxy resin system cures in a short cycle - from 15 minutes at 250°F /120°C depending on part thickness. Complex shapes can be achieved and inserts can be integrated during the molding process. HexMC® is particularly beneficial for sporting goods, automotive and marine applications, as well as a wide range of industrial components.

HexMC® enables composite parts to be manufactured for :

  • Applications where complex 3-D shapes limit the use of typical fiber reinforced matrices/reinforced laminated composites;
  • Use for applications where previously metal was the only solution;
  • Parts with abrupt change of cross-sectional thickness;
  • Applications where co-curing of elements is desired, i.e. : metal inserts or mixing with other materials, etc…
  • Use with automated production process similar to SMC molding;
  • Production of parts with zero material waste.
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     HexMC® Properties - Density and Specific Tensile Modulus
    HexMC® Materials for Industries

     

    HexMC® Materials for Industries 








    HexMC ® Aerospace Grade
    HexMC® Aerospace Grade is exclusively provided by Hexcel as manufactured and finished parts. The engineering and production resources are in place at Hexcel to custom design, manufacture, test and inspect detail components to meet customer specifications.
    For further information, please contact Mike Ward at 253-872-7500 x 4589.
    Resources
  • HexMC® User Guide
  • HexMC® Data Sheets
  • HexMC® Video