PP LGF50 Super Rigid Composite | High Strength LFT Solution | [LFT-G®]
Understanding why PP filled long glass fiber?
Polypropylene (PP) is a thermoplastic polymer widely used in packaging, textiles, automotive components, and more. It is known for its lightweight nature, excellent chemical resistance, and flexibility. However, pure PP has limitations in terms of strength and stiffness, which restricts its use in high-performance applications. To overcome these limitations, manufacturers often reinforce PP with additives such as long glass fibers.
Enhanced Fiber-Matrix Architecture
- PP LGF50 denotes a polypropylene matrix meticulously reinforced with 50% long glass fibers. This higher concentration of long glass fibers results in a significant leap in the material's mechanical capabilities, positioning it as an ideal choice for ultra-demanding applications where exceptional strength, superior rigidity, and unwavering dimensional stability are paramount.
Elevated Performance with Long Glass Fiber:
- Superior Mechanical Properties: Boasting a 50% long glass fiber reinforcement, PP LGF50 showcases remarkably enhanced tensile strength, flexural modulus, and impact resistance when contrasted with its unreinforced PP counterpart. This makes it exceptionally well-suited for critical structural elements that necessitate ultimate robustness and long-term durability under severe operating conditions.
- Exceptional Dimensional Stability: The increased incorporation of long glass fibers leads to even greater improvements in the material's dimensional stability. This minimizes warpage and shrinkage during the molding process, resulting in components with tighter tolerances and superior overall quality, crucial for precision engineering applications.
- Enhanced Recyclability: Similar to PP LGF40, both the polypropylene matrix and the glass fiber reinforcement in PP LGF50 are recyclable materials. This inherent recyclability contributes to the sustainability profile of products manufactured using this composite, aligning with the increasing global emphasis on environmentally responsible manufacturing practices and the circular economy.
Verified Material Performance
| Property | LFT-G®PP LGF50 | PA66-GF30 | PBT-GF25 | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 148 MPa | 125 MPa | 105 MPa | ISO 527 |
| Flexural Modulus | 9.6 GPa | 4.5 GPa | 5.1 GPa | ISO 178 |
| Charpy Impact (Notched) | 45 kJ/m² | 35 kJ/m² | 28 kJ/m² | ISO 179 |
| HDT @1.8MPa | 155°C | 205°C | 155°C | ISO 75 |
| Density | 1.32 g/cm³ | 1.31 g/cm³ | 1.41 g/cm³ | ISO 1183 |
Versatile Industrial Applications
Real-World Implementation
High-Performance Automotive Structural Component
LFT-G® PP LGF50 Composite Granules
New Energy Battery Boxe Plastic Part
Automotive Sector
- Extensively utilized in critical structural applications such as instrument panel carriers, energy absorption components, and chassis elements. Its enhanced strength-to-weight ratio contributes to vehicle safety and fuel efficiency in next-generation designs.
Environmentally Conscious Manufacturing
Sustainability Advantages
- Lower CO₂ emissions: 2.3kg/kg material
- >90% closed-loop material utilization
- Up to 30% post-industrial recycled content integration
Recognized Global Standards
- ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing processes
- Complies with EU REACH regulations
- Certified to meet international automotive material standards (e.g., VDA 230)
Download PP LGF50 Technical Data Sheet PDF
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