Complēt™ MT Long Fiber Composites
Boosted Impact Resistance for Demanding Applications
Long fiber reinforced composites are renowned for their ability to provide high-impact resistance which enables them to be a solution for a variety of demanding applications. Complēt MT™ (maximum toughness) takes long fiber material performance to the next level with long glass, carbon and hybrid (glass + carbon) fiber-reinforced nylon (polyamide) composites.
Complēt MT offers maximum toughness with notched impact resistance up to 20% higher than standard long fiber materials. Longer fiber length retention provides more surface area for the polymer and fiber to interact – allowing for more efficient energy transfer between the polymer and fiber. This, in turn, increases impact resistance and defends against crack propagation.
These impact-boosted materials are for use in applications with high cyclical usage and physical demand, especially with drop testing requirements or repetitive impact during use. They also perform well in cold environments, positioning themselves as a great outdoor solution for metal replacement.
Markets include Tools & Hardware (handles, battery enclosures), Sports & Fitness (protective guards, athletic equipment components), Transportation (automotive structural brackets), Recreational Vehicles (seating components) and Industrial (material handling structures).
Impact
- Amplified impact resistance to prevent cracking or failure under stress
- Great load bearing capability and creep resistance
- Improved cyclical fatigue resistance
- Reduction in stress whitening
- Outstanding performance at low and elevated temperatures
- Excellent dimensional stability
- Low coefficient of thermal expansion
Complēt MT Maximum Toughness Customer Successes
| Technical Property | Test Method | LGF30-PA66 MT | LGF40-PA66 MT | LGF50-PA66 MT | LGF60-PA66 MT | LCF30-PA66 MT | LCF40-PA66 MT | LCF50-PA66 MT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D792 | 1.37 | 1.45 | 1.6 | 1.7 | 1.27 | 1.31 | 1.37 |
| Tensile Strength (psi) | ASTM D638 | 22,500 | 30,000 | 32,000 | 37,000 | 40,000 | 40,000 | 41,000 |
| Tensile Modulus (psi) | ASTM D638 | 1,350,000 | 1,700,000 | 2,200,000 | 2,450,000 | 3,300,000 | 4,300,000 | 5,500,000 |
| Tensile Elogation | ASTM D638 | 2-3% | 2-3% | 2-3% | 2-3% | 1-2% | 1-2% | 1% |
| Flexural Strength (psi) | ASTM D790 | 39,000 | 43,000 | 49,000 | 59,000 | 52,000 | 60,000 | 64,000 |
| Flexural Modulus (psi) | ASTM D790 | 1,200,000 | 1,400,000 | 2,400,000 | 2,600,000 | 2,400,000 | 3,110,000 | 4,000,000 |
| Notched Izod Impact (ft-lb/in) | ASTM D256 | 2.8 | 6.6 | 6.0 | 8.0 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| Un-notched Izod Impact (ft-lb/in) | ASTM D4812 | 26.0 | 27.0 | 27.0 | 30.0 | 20.0 | 21.0 | 22.0 |
| DTUL @ 264 psi (1820 kPa) | ASTM D648 | 470 ℉ | 475 ℉ | 475 ℉ | 475 ℉ | 470 ℉ | 475 ℉ | 480 ℉ |
| NAME | CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Aftermarket Overview | Application Overview | Overview of the needs within automotive aftermarket and the long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) technologies to meet those needs | View |
| Avient Long Fiber Technology | Video | Provides structural performance that can go head-to-head with metals at a fraction of the weight | View |
| Benefits of LFT | White Paper | Explore the unique capabilities of specialty long fiber reinforced composites | View |
| Complēt™ & OnForce™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites - Processing Guide | Processing & Design Guides | Guidance on key elements of preparation and molding process for Complet & OnForce LFT | View |
| Complēt™ and OnForce™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites - Design Guide | Processing & Design Guides | Download this guide to learn how to design ribs, bosses, and other features that stand the test of time, better ways to process LFT materials, what to do to minimize part defects and more about Complēt™ and OnForce™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites | View |
| Complēt™ LFT - Stronger. Tougher. Lighter. | Video | Compare the strength, toughness and weight of long fiber thermoplastics against other materials | View |
| Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Long Fiber Thermoplastic Nylons | Video | Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Long Fiber Thermoplastic Nylons provide gradual moisture uptake to maintain structural properties longer | View |
| Complēt™ MT Long Glass Fiber Blower Vacuum | Case Study | Complēt™ MT 40% Long Glass Fiber Impact Modified Formulation used to produce fans for lawn blowers and vacuums | View |
| Complēt™ MT Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Piranha Propeller | Case Study | Complēt™ MT Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 used in watercraft propeller blade | View |
| Complēt™/OnForce™ LFT Overview | Product/Service Overview | Optimize stiffness, strength, and toughness to obtain structural performance with lightweight long fiber reinforced thermoplastics. | View |
| Fan for Outdoor Blower and Vacuum | Case Study (Snapshot) | Complēt MT proved material performance success through extensive Mold Flow and FEA simulations to prove concept without prototyping and minimize development costs | View |
| Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (LFT) Solutions for Bicycles | Application Graphic | Explore long fiber reinforced thermoplastic (LFT) solutions that meet various bicycle application demands | View |
| Long Fiber Technologies Application Development | Product/Service Overview | Avient long fiber technologies application development center bulletin highlighting services including design support, material validation, simulation support, and in-house prototyping | View |
| Piranha Marine Propeller | Case Study (Snapshot) | Complēt™ MT Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 improved durability and vibration damping allowing the blades to flex and absorb energy from minor impacts | View |
| Replacing Aluminum with Long Fiber Thermoplastics (LFT) | Application Overview | Key factors and comparisons to consider when replacing aluminum with long-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic (LFT); including processing and material performance summaries | View |