https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/2023 OHP Off Road Application Bulletin.pdf
DURABILITY
High Impact Strength, Weatherability
SOLUTION: PP, HDPE, ASA,
Nylon Engineered Formulations
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Color & Special Effects, Paint Replacement
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants,
Pre-Colored High-Gloss Thermoplastics
THERMAL MANAGEMENT
LED Heat Sinks, Design Flexibility
SOLUTION: Thermally Conductive
Formulations
EXTREME PERFORMANCE
Chemical & Fire Resistance,
High Temperature Performance
SOLUTION: Nylon Engineered
Formulations, Long Fiber Reinforced
Composites, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates, Flame
Retardant Polyolefin Formulations
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
High Stiffness-to-Weight Ratio,
Metal Replacement
SOLUTION: Pultruded Rods,
Tubes & Custom Profiles, Long
Fiber Reinforced Composites
SENSORY EXPERIENCE
Vibration Damping, Durability, Customization,
Custom Color, Low Friction
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs),
Custom Polymer Colorants, Internally Lubricated
Formulations, Advanced Composite Springs
STRENGTH & STABILITY
Excellent Dimensional Stability,
High Stiffness, Impact Resistance
SOLUTION: Short & Long Fiber
Formulations, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates
SURFACE PROTECTION
Performance Enhancements
SOLUTION: Scratch & Mar
Resistance, UV Stable
Additives, Anti-Static
Additives
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Corrosion Resistance,
Lightweighting
SOLUTION: Long Fiber Reinforced
Composites, Nylon Engineered
Formulations, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates,
Chemical Foaming Additives
METAL REPLACEMENT
Lightweighting, Heat Management, Load Carrying Capability
SOLUTION: Long Fiber Reinforced Composites, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates
TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft-Touch Feel, Durability
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic
Elastomers (TPEs)
A COLLABORATION THAT BRINGS
STYLE & GRIT
To all thrill seekers, fans and
enthusiasts, your brand says,
“Bring it!”
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-edgetek-screwdriver-handle.pdf
P R E M I U M TO O L
B R A N D
S C R E W D R I V E R H A N D L E
• High impact resistance
• High tensile strength
• Aesthetic surface
• Good processability
• Customized a nylon 6 based formulation,
with an emphasis on the impact properties
and processability, yet delivering the
desired aesthetic surface
• Met the customer’s aggressive timeline
and helped troubleshoot application needs
to determine the best material solution
Custom Edgetek™ Nylon Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-11/avient-design-ergonomic-design-guide.pdf
https://doi .org/10 .1186/s12891-021-04054-6
Figure 11: Duration of use
Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 47 2 (2015): 154-60 .
The team selected
a long glass fiber-reinforced nylon material
(Complēt™ PA66-LGF50 composite) for the shaft
substrate to provide strength and to withstand
hammering impact .
Epoxy and nylon plugs were
used for the ends .
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Glass-reinforced polyketone (PK) thermoplastics offer chemically resistant and eco-conscious alternatives to nylon
Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced aluminum to provide better fatigue resistance and reduce weight
Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced metal steering column supports and lowered weight by 50%
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Learn more about moisture resistant nylon long fiber reinforced composites
Webinar: Polyketone, a next generation sustainable nylon alternative
Nymax™ nylon substrate and Versaflex™ TPE overmold combine to deliver structural integrity and comfort for archery OEM
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Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite supports the weight of a 25-pound motor without creep while being lower in weight and less costly to produce
Artisan™ Nylon Formulations
Injection molding parameters and troubleshooting recommendations for the the Nymax™ prime and Nymax™ REC recycled nylon materials
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&page=15
Learn more about moisture resistant nylon long fiber reinforced composites
Webinar: Polyketone, a next generation sustainable nylon alternative
Nymax™ nylon substrate and Versaflex™ TPE overmold combine to deliver structural integrity and comfort for archery OEM
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=125&document_type=63&form_build_id=form-BVD2tghPqXIOPcl0vxmei8LDvjHG38Ntio8GI-puaQg&form_id=resource_filter_form&industry=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&product_family=81&product_name=0&product_subfamily=0&page=0
Comprehensive guide for designing molded parts with Nymax nylon formulations
Artisan™ Nylon Formulations
Injection molding parameters and troubleshooting recommendations for the the Nymax™ prime and Nymax™ REC recycled nylon materials