CFRTP Carbon/PPS
Verifiedcomposite· CF/PPS· Carbon/Ryton
Carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite with a polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) matrix, manufactured via press consolidation at 320°C. This unidirectional 0° layup combines T300 carbon fibers at 50% volume fraction with an inherently flame-resistant, chemical-stable thermoplastic resin. CFRTP/PPS is chosen for demanding aerospace and automotive applications where high stiffness, low density, chemical resistance, and elevated temperature performance are required without the processing constraints of thermoset epoxies—the thermoplastic matrix enables rapid consolidation, potential re-molding, and improved impact tolerance compared to brittle thermoset alternatives.
aerospace structural componentshigh-temperature composite partschemical/corrosion-resistant structuresautomotive lightweight frameselectrical connector housingsflame-retardant components
Compliance & Regulations
?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | — | ksi | — | — | |
Young's Modulus(E) | — | ksi | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Glass Transition Temperature(Tg) | — | °F | — | — | |
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax) | — | °F | — | — |
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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Density(ρ) | — | lb/in³ | — | — |
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Regulatory Screening
Environmental
RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.