SABIC has introduced Lexan Margard FHC10 film as the latest addition to its ever-expanding portfolio of automotive paint finishes. This advanced new technology design meets ECE Regulation 43 (UN Economic Commission Regulation No. 43) Strict requirements for visibility, strength and wear resistance.
It is characterized by its excellent optical quality on the basis of a sturdy polycarbonate (PC) and incorporates a uniquely hard plastic film that can be processed like an ordinary PC film with sufficient pre-curing. In addition to satisfying ECE In addition to the specifications proposed by R43, Lexan Margard FHC10 film can also save customers the follow-up operations and provide original equipment manufacturers and suppliers of automobiles with a new choice for creating simple, curved designs.
'Market analysts, such as the United States Grand View Research, predict that technological advances in materials such as polycarbonate, as well as the continued demand for increasingly light components - especially in the field of electric vehicles, automotive glaze will have strong growth. Peter Chedd, head of the functional thin film division of SABIC said.
Unique plastic hard film
Lexan Margard FHC10 film's patented, rigid, plastic hard film is based on dual-cure (thermal/thermal) technology. The film is pre-cured to a level that is as easy to handle and fabricate as any normal PC board, but it also maintains sufficient flexibility. , Supports molding within a limited number of times. After molding by various methods (wrinkle forming, high pressure forming, hot press forming, etc.), the film needs to cure at 130°C for 3 hours to achieve the best wear resistance, and Meets the requirements of ECE R43. Advanced thin film technology guarantees excellent adhesion even when subjected to temperature cycling and contact with water and moisture.
Lexan Margard FHC10 film also provides excellent mechanical properties, including outstanding impact strength and high optical quality. It is crystal-clear, characterized by low ripple and distortion, and contains a very low optical enthalpy. In addition, this advanced The new products also have resistance to common chemicals, weathering and UV light resistance.
Lexan Margard FHC10 film is mainly used for the proper form of glazed components in the production of downstream vehicles, which is more cost-effective than injection molding. In addition, Lexan Margard FHC10 film is very versatile and can be used for non-glazing applications such as mechanical protective covers and heavy duty. Cabin for equipment, as well as many other typical processing and subsequent thin film applications.