https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&page=4
Read more about how automotive aftermarket parts are making the switch from metal to plastic by using long fiber thermoplastics
Explore three key opportunities for metal-to-plastic conversion
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=0&document_type=59&form_id=resource_filter_form&industry=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&product_family=0&product_name=0&page=9
Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite consolidated multiple metal parts to streamline manufacturing and assembly of an ATV seat pan
Polystrand™ aPET thermoplastic composite tri-ply laminate solution replaced metal and provided an impact resistant and corrosion-proof composite material to prevent dents and rust.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=357
PG 17646 METAL BU SAN
PG 17649 METAL BU SAN
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-expands-automotive-engineered-polymer-portfolio-electriplast-conductive-long-fiber-technology
This highly engineered, filled thermoplastic polymer replaces metal in electromagnetic and radio-frequency (EMI/RFI) shielding applications at up to 60 percent lighter weight.
With ElectriPlast's Flexible Content Technology (FCT), the percentage and kind of metal fibers can be tailored to meet each OEM's specifications.
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/stat-tech-tpe-static-dissipative-electrically-conductive-thermoplastic-elastomers
The design and lightweighting benefits of thermoplastics with the conductive performance of metal
Formulations combining the EMI/RFI shielding properties of metal with the lightweighting & processing ease of plastic
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=2440
GRAY METALLIC
METALLIC CHAMPAGNE 8003C
https://www.avient.com/news/new-lsfoh-formulation-avient-helps-prevent-environmental-stress-cracking-armored-cables
Metal armoring is utilized within the cable structure to protect against cracking; however, as environmental temperatures fluctuate, the armoring and other cable materials expand and contract at different ratios, further increasing the risk of cracking.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which improves fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduces the carbon footprint
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-launches-moisture-resistant-nylon-6-and-6/6-complēt-long-fiber-composites-enhanced-appearance
As a result, the materials are ideal for metal replacement and lightweighting initiatives in automotive and powersports applications that encounter varying climates or intermittent exposure to water.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation
https://www.avient.com/news/specialty-wire-and-cable-solutions-featured-avient-wire-china-2023
Fiber-Line™ High Performance Fiber can add strength, reduce cable weight or diameter, and replace metal in the most demanding wire and cable applications.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-features-polystrand-thermoplastic-composite-materials-acma-s-thermoplastic-composites-conference
Composites are inherently lightweight alternatives to metal and other materials, enabling sustainability initiatives such as material reduction and fuel economy improvements in many end products.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
