Performance requirements
UL 94 target and thicknessGlow-wire where applicableCTI / tracking resistanceMechanical retention
Compound family
Flame-retardant compounds
Thermoplastic compounds developed around flammability, electrical, mechanical and processing requirements.
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Flame-retardant compounds
Thermoplastic compounds developed around flammability, electrical, mechanical and processing requirements.
Material system
Heat agingElectrical propertiesFlow
Processing & production
Surface qualityColorRegulatory constraints
Applications
Applications for this material capability.
Application requirements, service environment and production process define the formulation targets.
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Electrical components
Housings, connectors and functional parts with defined flammability and electrical requirements.
02
Wire & cable
Insulation and jacketing with flame, smoke, flexibility and extrusion requirements.
03
Building, mobility & energy
Components with application-specific flammability, mechanical and thermal requirements.
Performance priorities
What drives the formulation.
Performance, service environment and production requirements define the compound targets.
Performance requirements
UL 94 target and thicknessGlow-wire where applicableCTI / tracking resistanceMechanical retention
Material system
Heat agingElectrical propertiesFlow
Processing & production
Surface qualityColorRegulatory constraints
Formulation development
Development & evaluation
Define target properties and processing constraints. Develop or source candidates. Generate representative material. Compare against incumbent or acceptance criteria.
Development support01
Halogen-free systems where appropriate
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Phosphorus-based systems
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Mineral systems
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Synergists
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Drip control
06
Stabilization
07
Reinforcement
08
Impact modification
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Processing aids
Production & qualification
Production
Confirm processing window, part performance and supply requirements before routine production.
Relevant markets
Where this capability can matter.
Material requirements vary by component, process and operating environment.
Qualifying an Alternative Material Without Disrupting Production
A risk-based approach to screening, processing trials, comparative testing and production approval when changing material.
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Material Substitution: What Has to Match?
A replacement material does not need to duplicate every datasheet value. It needs to satisfy the requirements controlling part function, processing and approval.
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Discuss a flame-retardant compound requirement.
Share the application, process and key material requirements.
Discuss a compound requirement