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Hexcel HexPly: Revolutionizing Lightweight Core Materials

Leading the Aerospace Industry

Hexcel HexPly is at the forefront of honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace market. Offering exceptional stiffness with minimal weight gain, HexWeb honeycomb is a versatile core material available with regular hexagonal cells or in over-expanded form. With options in density, cell size, and other properties, HexWeb is suitable for high volume manufacture. Hexcel, as the first U.S. company to mass-produce expanded honeycomb, now produces over 700 varieties across a wide range of materials and cell configurations.

Wide Industrial Applications

Beyond aerospace, Hexcel honeycomb finds extensive use in sandwich constructions across various industrial applications like boat hulls, train interiors, sports equipment, and automotive chassis and body panels. The application of HexWeb aluminum honeycomb extends to energy absorption needs, such as in automotive crash test barriers.

Specialized Product - HexWeb A10

Hexcel's industrial honeycomb, the HexWeb A10, is a formable and flame-resistant honeycomb crafted from resin-coated Aramid paper. This specialized offering provides unique characteristics that cater to specific industrial requirements while ensuring high performance and safety.

Enhancing Product Knowledge

For further insights into HexWeb honeycomb, detailed information is available on attributes and properties. This resource aids in understanding the versatility and advantages of HexPly, allowing for informed decision-making and optimized product usage in various applications.

Innovative Solutions with Hexcel HexPly Thermoplastics

Introduction to Hexcel HexPly Thermoplastics

Hexcel HexPly Thermoplastics offered by ARC Technologies provide a cutting-edge solution to various interference control challenges. By blending thermoplastics with fillers, ARC Technologies creates a versatile material that can be molded, extruded, or formed into pellets for a wide range of applications. The inclusion of materials such as carbon, ferrite, or iron particles allows for tailored absorption or conductivity, addressing specific performance requirements.

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Exploring Hexcel HexPly Mechanical Testing Services

Comprehensive Mechanical Testing Solutions at ARC Technologies

ARC Technologies, a subsidiary of Hexcel, offers a range of mechanical testing services that cater to various industries. Their custom testing procedures and product offerings provide a one-stop solution for customers, eliminating the need to send products elsewhere for testing. This streamlined process reduces development time, particularly for companies working on prototypes or development pieces. ARC's testing services include electrical testing, mechanical testing, environmental testing, thermal testing, and analytical testing.

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Harnessing the Strength of Carbon Multiaxials with Hexcel HexPly

Introduction to HexPly Carbon Multiaxials

Hexcel's HexPly Carbon Multiaxials are a premier solution for manufacturing components in the aerospace, automotive, marine, and industrial sectors. These carbon multiaxials come in a wide range of fabric options, including Unidirectionals, +/- 30 Biaxials, +/- 45 Biaxials, 0/90 Biaxials, Triaxials, and Quadaxials. This comprehensive range ensures that Hexcel meets the diverse needs of various industries.

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Hexcel HexPly® Snap-Cure: Revolutionizing Quick-Curing Epoxy Prepregs for High-Volume Production

The Innovative HexPly® Snap-Cure Solution

Hexcel's HexPly® M77 is a game-changer in the realm of fast-curing epoxy prepregs. This cutting-edge product allows automotive components and sports goods to be press-cured in an astonishingly short time of just 2 minutes at 150°C. The low tack of HexPly® M77 facilitates precise cutting into specific shapes using a laser cutter, followed by easy assembly and consolidation into a flat preform by automation with robots.

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Hexcel HexPly: Leveraging MAGRAM FD Series for Effective Microwave Absorption

Introduction to MAGRAM FD Series

The Hexcel HexPly MAGRAM FD Series is a cutting-edge solution that combines high-performance magnetic materials with the desirable physical properties of Viton (Fluoroelastomer). This series of microwave absorbers is engineered to provide exceptional energy absorption properties while offering excellent resistance to aggressive fuels and chemicals. With a temperature range from -29°C to 200°C and a high-temperature resistance of up to 400°F/200°C, the MAGRAM FD Series is ideal for applications where exposure to harsh environments, high temperatures, or corrosive substances is a concern.

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