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Automotive
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Resin transfer molding (RTM) and Wet Pressing
With the unique PrimeTex® reinforcements range Hexcel offers fabrics with a very smooth, closed weave, which give a uniform and highly aesthetical appearance.
In addition, Hexcel offers NCF fabrics for class-A solutions within the HiMax® range with tailored stitching and ply layup for surface flatness. A range of stitch patterns and yarn colours allows customers to display the stitched NCF on final parts, if desired.
Cosmetic parts made from Hexcel fabric/NCF solutions are widely used by OEMs (e.g. BMW M-series roof).
Autoclave
HexPly® M49 prepreg offers excellent resin transparency and UV stability. It is a high tack system to allow for easy manual preforming. In case of high mechanical requirements on visual parts HexPly® M49 can be combined with high temperature-resistant HexPly® M81 prepreg as backing plies.
HexPly® XF3 prepreg has been developed for the manufacture of high-quality Class-A automotive body parts that need minimum preparation for painting. XF3 prevents print-through and provides a Class-A surface finish with excellent resistance to aging tests.
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HexPly® M949 Next Generation Cosmetic Prepreg for Automotive
Discover the next generation cosmetic prepreg for automotive
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HexPly® XF3/300+V24 – Epoxy Surface Film
Suitable for automotive parts that require an excellent surface finish.
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HexPly M49 – 120°C curing epoxy matrix
HexPly® M49 is especially suitable for carbon look applications (eg car interiors).
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HexPly® M949 – Cosmetic High Tg Epoxy Resin for Prepregs
M949 exhibits exceptional surface finish characteristics for
cosmetic carbon-look applications and superior tack for prepreg handling.
cosmetic carbon-look applications and superior tack for prepreg handling.
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HexPly M901 – High Tg Epoxy Resin Matrix for Prepregs
HexPly® M901 is specifically designed for manufacture of structural composites that are exposed to harsh thermal and environmental conditions.