NFRP Flax/Epoxy Unidirectional

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· Flax/Epoxy· Natural Fiber Composite

A natural fiber-reinforced polymer composite consisting of unidirectional flax fibers embedded in a bio-based epoxy matrix, manufactured via RTM or compression molding with a relatively low fiber volume fraction (45%). This material combines renewable content with structural performance, making it suitable for applications where weight reduction and environmental footprint are design priorities alongside mechanical requirements. Unlike synthetic fiber composites (carbon/glass), flax/bio-epoxy offers biodegradability and lower embodied energy, though with reduced stiffness and temperature capability—positioning it as a sustainable alternative for semi-structural and non-critical load-bearing applications in automotive, consumer goods, and sporting equipment sectors.

automotive interior panelssporting equipment (skis, rackets)consumer electronics housingslightweight structural panelssustainable/eco-conscious designnon-critical load paths

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
Units:
siimperial
Composite Layup1 ply · 0.30 mm total

Fiber Direction

+0°
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FiberFlax (Linum usitatissimum)
MatrixBio-based Epoxy
ProcessRTM or compression molding
Cure80°C / 60 min
Vf45%

Ply Schedule

+0°Flax/Bio-Epoxy0.3 mm

Laminate Code

[0]T

Fiber angles relative to the 0° reference direction (red arrow in 3D view). 0° = longitudinal, 90° = transverse, ±45° = shear paths.

Property OverviewNormalized to typical max values
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Elongation at Break(εf)
1.500
-—
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS)
280.0
MPa—
Young's Modulus(E)
28.00
GPa—
Verified Unverified Low confidence (<80%) Link to source
PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Maximum Service Temperature(Tmax)
353
K—
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PropertyValueUnitConditionsSource
Density(ρ)
1.300
kg/m³—
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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.