三菱ガス化学株式会社　グリーン・エネルギー＆ケミカル事業部門 List of Products and Services

【Features】 ■ This is a carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic resin (CFRTP) prepreg with excellent resin impregnation achieved through a unique manufacturing method. ■ It has a high fiber ratio per unit volume, providing excellent mechanical strength. ■ The resin is uniformly impregnated throughout the prepreg, allowing for reduced molding time.

"ENDUREDGE" is a thermosetting prepreg that reduces void formation and achieves a good appearance. The design of the prepreg, which allows for easy gas permeability, reduces the occurrence of surface pinholes and internal voids, resulting in an excellent appearance even in out-of-autoclave molding. Since it can be stored at room temperature, it solves issues that have been challenges for thermosetting prepregs, such as low-temperature transportation, freezing storage, and property degradation due to thawing and refreezing. 【Features】 - A unique design with excellent gas permeability in the thickness direction reduces the occurrence of surface pinholes and internal voids. - Room temperature storage is possible due to a unique resin formulation technology. - It is a high-heat-resistant modified epoxy grade. These features enable a reduction in labor and costs throughout the entire process of transportation, storage, curing, and painting. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

This product is developed by Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corporation, a group company. In addition to having higher strength and rigidity than aluminum and zinc, the UD tape based on PP and general-purpose polyamide has low water absorption and excellent stability of physical properties. It enables lightweighting and thinning of products and parts through substitution for metal materials and welding/reinforcement with steel and other materials. 【Features】 ■ Maintains high strength and rigidity even after moisture absorption ■ Lower water absorption than PA6 and PA66, with excellent stability of physical properties ■ Excellent weldability with metals, enabling multi-material applications ■ Superior chemical resistance and gas barrier properties, suitable for various containers ■ Can be stored at room temperature and has excellent moldability

The high-performance polyamide resin fibers are mixed with continuous fibers to create a thread-like form, which is soft and excels in workability and moldability. Additionally, it allows for quick molding and can accommodate various molding methods depending on the environment and application. 【Features】 ■ Compatible with molding using 3D printers and TFP (embroidery machines). There is no waste of material even for complex shapes, and strength design is also possible. ■ High strength and high rigidity, with low water absorption, resulting in excellent stability of physical properties. ■ Can be stored at room temperature and has excellent moldability. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

【Features】 - It has good impregnation and moldability for carbon fibers, resulting in excellent mechanical properties. - Due to its high gas barrier properties, it is expected to reduce the amount of gas leaking from containers and allow for thinner barrier layers and linerless designs. - We have developed grades suitable for filament winding (FW) molding, RTM molding, and more. It can be provided as tow prepreg or resin. It can also be used for coating applications. - It is compatible with various gases, including oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, in addition to hydrogen. *The resin composition can be adjusted according to molding conditions. Please consult us first.

We would like to introduce UD tape as an example of shaping and processing with Suprem. It has mechanical properties close to super engineering plastics like PEEK, and possesses excellent heat resistance and strength retention at high temperatures. 【Features】 ■ High heat resistance (Tg 185°C, Tm 323°C) ■ High strength ■ Flame retardancy (equivalent to V-0 / 3mm thickness) ■ Good heat aging resistance ■ Excellent moldability *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

We will introduce examples of molding and processing using Suprem's CFRP (carbon fiber composite material) matrix resin. Molding and processing into UD tapes, prepregs, and films as alternatives to super engineering plastics such as PEEK and PEKK. This new material offers high strength and high heat resistance, making it suitable for metal replacement. It can be applied to sensor components in automobiles and industrial machinery. 【Features】 ■ Excellent moldability (secondary processability) ■ High heat resistance (up to 150°C), long-term heat resistance (up to 200°C) ■ High strength, flame retardant ■ Good appearance even after crystallization ■ Low dielectric, high electromagnetic shielding properties ⇒ Suitable for antenna and radar components *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce the applications of Suprem's powder fillers (additives). The effects of powder additives include improved heat resistance, enhanced mechanical properties, and improved lubricity. For example, they provide toughness and weight reduction to high heat-resistant CFRP. 【Effects of Powder Additives】 ■ Improved heat resistance ■ Enhanced toughness ■ Improved mechanical properties ■ Improved lubricity ■ Improved chemical resistance ■ Low dielectric *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

"LEXTER" is a carbon-neutral material made from sebacic acid derived from the plant called "tougoma." Compared to other nylons, it has a high modulus of elasticity and, as a polyamide, has an extremely low water absorption rate, making it resistant to a decrease in elasticity even when absorbing water. Utilizing its moldability and wide processing window, we offer a variety of prepreg materials. It can be applied to various uses such as automotive and motorcycle parts, aircraft components, construction materials, and sporting goods. [Features] ■ High strength and high elasticity ■ Polyamide that does not degrade in water or the environment ■ Higher modulus of elasticity compared to other nylons ■ A variety of prepreg materials available (UD tape, mixed fiber yarn, GF woven fabric, non-woven fabric, stampable sheets) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.