Teknor Apex Company will introduce a new toughened polyamide 6.6 compound for injection moulding that provides good flow properties for intricate or multi-cavity parts, along with flexural strength and low-temperature impact resistance for demanding automotive applications at K 2013.
The flexural and impact strength of Chemlon 104 polyamide enables components such as automotive fuel line fasteners to withstand the stresses of assembly and end use and endure exposure to cold, according to Peter Verhooren, transportation market manager for the Engineering Thermoplastics Division of Teknor Apex. “When un-reinforced polyamide 6.6 provides insufficient flexibility or toughness for an application, Chemlon 104 compound can often fill in the gap,” said Verhooren. “This is a new alternative for automotive manufacturers and is available at a price that is very competitive with toughened polyamides already on the market.”
The Chemlon range of compounds includes polyamides 6, 6.6 and 6.12. Teknor Apex will supply identical formulations of Chemlon 104 compound worldwide from production facilities in Europe, the U.S. and Singapore. The material is available in natural, black, or any colour specified by the customer.