Changzhou Original Chemical Co., Ltd
Filament winding resin is a specialized type of resin designed specifically for the filament winding process. This process involves winding continuous filaments, such as fiberglass or carbon fiber, impregnated with resin, around a mandrel in a precisely controlled pattern. The resin then cures, creating a strong, composite structure. It serves as the matrix material that binds the reinforcing filaments together, providing the final product with enhanced mechanical properties, durability, and resistance to various environmental factors.
Characteristics of Filament Winding Resin
High Viscosity and Good Wetting Ability: It has the right viscosity to ensure thorough impregnation of the filaments, allowing for excellent adhesion between the resin and the fiber reinforcement. This promotes a strong bond and uniform distribution of stress within the composite.
Controlled Cure Profile: The resin exhibits a predictable and controllable curing behavior, which is crucial for achieving consistent quality in the final wound product. It can be formulated to cure at specific temperatures and times, enabling manufacturers to optimize the production process.
Low Volatile Content: Minimizes the release of harmful fumes during the curing process, ensuring a safer working environment and reducing the risk of defects in the composite caused by entrapped volatiles.
Good Chemical Resistance: Offers resistance to a wide range of chemicals, making the filament-wound composites suitable for applications where exposure to corrosive substances is likely.
Name | Type | Viscosity
(25℃) | Geltime
(min.) | Characteristics and applications |
BY-1712 | Ortho | 280-360 | 25-35 | Pre-accelerated, medium viscosity, good glass fiber wet-out characteristic, suitable for general purpose. |
BY-1713 | Ortho | 140-180 | - | Medium reactivity, pre-accelerated, low viscosity, long geltime, containing curing indicator, good glass fiber wet-out, high mechanical property. Suitable for FRP cabin cover, cooling towers with larger dimension by RTM or VARTM. |
BY-1714 | Ortho | 100-150 | - | Pre-accelerated, low viscosity, long geltime, good glass fiber wet-out, relatively high heat resistance and good mechanical properties. Suitable for FRP cabin cover, cooling towers with larger dimension by RTM or VARTM. Approved by CCS for boat building. |
BY-1715 | Ortho | 170-200 | 80-110 | Pre-accelerated, low viscosity, long geltime, good glass fiber wet-out, relatively high heat resistance and good mechanical properties. Specially designed for wind mill blades by RTM or VARTM. |
BY-1716 | Ortho | 300-500 | 70-110 | Pre-accelerated, thixotropic, low volatilization, long geltime, exothermic peak is low, good heat resistance, high mechanical strength and toughness. Suitable for hand lay-up, spray-up wind blades or other larger dimension FRP products. |
BY-1718 | Ortho | 140-180 | - | Medium reactivity, pre-accelerated, low viscosity, long geltime, containing curing indicator, good glass fiber wet-out, high mechanical property. Suitable for FRP cabin cover, cooling towers with larger dimension by RTM or VARTM. |
BY-1719 | Ortho | 170-230 | - | Pre-accelerated, low viscosity, long geltime, good glass fiber wet-out, relatively high heat resistance and good mechanical properties. Suitable for RTM and VARTM to produce parts of vehicles, yachts, cooling towers and other FRP products. |
BY-1710 | ISO | 260-330 | 25-35 | Medium reactivity, pre-accelerated, low viscosity, good glass fiber wet-out, good chemical resistance and mechanical properties. Suitable for automotive parts, boat building, cooling towers etcby RTM or VARTM. |
BY-1711 | PTA | 90-120 | - | Pre-accelerated, thixotropic, well-spliced with acrylic. Suitable for hand lay-up and spray-up FRP reinforcement parts for acrylic sanitary wares. |
BY-1720 | VE | 100-150 | - | Bisphone A type vinyl ester resin. High mechanical strength and toughness, low shrinkage. Suitable for RTM, VARTM, hand lay-up, twine and etc. |
Specific Applications of Filament Winding Resin
Aerospace Industry: Used in the production of rocket motor casings, aircraft fuselage components, and satellite structures. The high strength and lightweight nature of filament-wound composites help reduce fuel consumption and increase payload capacity.
Automotive Sector: Applied in manufacturing drive shafts, pressure vessels, and chassis components. Filament winding resin composites offer improved performance and fuel efficiency while maintaining safety standards.
Oil and Gas Industry: Utilized for creating pipes, tanks, and offshore drilling equipment. The chemical resistance and durability of the composites make them suitable for harsh operating environments.
Sports Equipment: Found in high-performance products like golf club shafts, fishing rods, and bicycle frames. The ability to customize the mechanical properties of the composites allows for the optimization of performance characteristics.
