Selector Chart
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Prepreg System Selector Chart
| Name | Description | Fibre Weights | Tg | Typical Cure Cycle | Typical Applications | Features | Typical Fibres | Datasheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP 510-2 | Cost efficient "standard" FAW - 120˚C system | 75-300gsm | 110˚C | 1 hour at 120˚C | Industrial applications, masts | Good balance of properties vs cost - curable at 80˚C | HSC, HEC |  |
| TP 736 | Thin Ply capable - Very low FAW - 80˚C system | 20-75gsm | 110˚C | 8 hours at 80˚C, 2 hours at 120˚C | Thin Ply laminates for lower temperature processing e.g. with some synthetic core materials | Very low fibre weights possible - 80˚C curable | HSC, HEC, IMC | Please Enquire |
| TP 736LT | High strength marine grade 80˚C system - Lloyds approved | 75-300gsm | 140˚C | 8 hours at 80˚C, 2 hours at 120˚C | Marine structures - hulls, decks, bulkheads | Lloyds Register approved, 80˚C curable, high strength | E-glass, HEC, IMC | |
| TP 513-4 | Very low FAW 120˚C systems with increased strength | 20-150gsm | 150˚C | 2 hours at 120˚C, 1 hour at 135˚C | All round system for ultra-lightweight Thin Ply prepregs | Versatile system | Quartz, HSC, HEC, IMC, HMC / UHMC | |
| TP 402 | 135˚C curing high performance epoxy | 15-150gsm | 170˚C | 2 hours at 135˚C, 2 hours at 160˚C | Ultra lightweight, Motorsports, automotive bodywork | High Tg system, good strength - Ultra lightweight possible | HEC, IMC, HMC, UHMC, PBO, Aramid | |
| TP 402T-1 | Rubber toughened version of 402 for sporting goods applications | 15-150gsm | 150˚C | 2 hours at 135˚C | Ultra lightweight sports equipment | Toughened system with Ultra lightweight possible | HEC, IMC, HMC, UHMC, PBO, Aramid | Please Enquire |
| TP 135 | 135˚C curing PES toughened multi functional super high strength resin system | 25-150gsm | 160˚C | 4 hours at 150˚C | Motorsports, foils, highly loaded structures | Medium Tg, high strength, high toughness, structural system. Very low fibre weights possible | HEC, IMC, HMC, UHMC, Quartz | |
| TP 150SC | 150˚C ultra-low enthalpy very fast curing / snap cure system | 50-150gsm | 140˚C | 2 mins at 150˚C | Automotive, fast cycle, high volume production | Very fast curing, UV stable, can be coloured, high strength | E-Glass, Quartz, HSC, HEC | |
| TP 175 | 175˚C curing strong and PES toughened structural system | 70-150gsm | 180˚C | 4 hours at 180˚C | Aerospace structural parts | High Tg, exceptional strength, toughness and compression after impact properties. Good hot wet performance. | HEC, IMC, HMC | Please Enquire |
| TP 180-380CE | Cyanate Ester system used for space applications | 30-150gsm | >300˚C | 120˚C for 6 hours followed by post cure | Space structures | Low CTE, available with pitch carbon fibres, very high Tg capability | HEC, IMC, HMC, UHMC, Pitch | |
| GF736 | 80˚C curing Adhesive film | 150-400gsm with 25gsm scrim glass, 25-150gsm unsupported | 100˚C | 8 hours at 80˚C | Honeycomb, certain core and steel bonding | Toughened for impact resistance and peel strength. Controlled flow. 80˚C curable | NA | |
Note that NTPT measures Tg using DMA T Onset point which typically gives a result 15 to 25˚C lower than Tg by Peak Tan Delta. Tg by T onset is the safest number to use, please be aware of this when comparing NTPT data with that from other suppliers.
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NTPT™ has developed a unique process to spread reinforcement fibres and make the thinnest unidirectional prepreg tapes on the market, with fibre aerial weight down to 15gsm. A wide range of fibres can be processed, such as carbon, glass, quartz, aramid, and impregnated with a selection of in-house developed epoxy or cyanate ester resin systems.
| Fibre Type | NTPT Thin Ply Prepreg Aerial Weights Available |
|---|---|
| Carbon | From 15gsm with MR70 12K |
| From 30gsm with typical PAN-based fibres | |
| From 40gsm with pitch-based YSH70 | |
| From 90gsm with pitch-based K63712 | |
| Glass | From 48gsm with 9μ S-glass fibres |
| Quartz | From 30gsm with 14μ fibres |
| Aramid | From 20gsm |
| PBO and other synthetics | From 30gsm |
Thin plies offer significant improvements in the mechanical properties of composite laminates and NTPT™ makes it possible for composite fabricators to integrate thin plies into their process while improving quality and reducing lay-up time.
For more information about the benefits of Thin Ply Prepregs, visit Thin Ply Advantage
While NTPT™ is naturally known for expertise in lightweight prepreg materials, we understand that these products are often part of a wider solution needing a broader material portfolio. Customers typically want to marry the performance and chemistry of thin ply with more “conventional” prepregs.
NTPT™ offers a wide range of typical reinforcements, pre-impregnated with the same resin systems as Thin Ply products. The conventional range includes UD prepreg up to 300gsm woven (0/90) cloth prepregs, 300g and 400 g biaxials (+/-45), adhesive film, and prepreg peel ply. Other FAW materials, glass or Aramid prepregs can also be produced. If in doubt, please contact our sales team.