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First worldwide formulator of thermoset molding compounds
IDI Composites International develops, produces and provides thermoset molding compounds, in close partnership with customers to identify the optimal thermoset molding compound for each application.
IDI Composites Europe proposes BMC (Bulk Molding Compound), SMC (Sheet Molding Compound), CIC (Continuous Impregnated Compound) and MMC (Mineral Molding Compound) materials and new innovating compounds.
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Electrical
Superior electrical insulation, heat resistance and dielectric properties, make BMC (Bulk Molding Compound), SMC (Sheet Molding Compound) and CIC (Continuous Molding Compound) the right choice for insulating components of switch gear, circuit breakers, standf off insulators, and motor brush holders.
Some typical applications include :
- electrical connectors, caps, circuit breakers boxes, and contact blocks
- engine mounts, brush carts, brush holders, and starter boxes
- electrical equipments
- electrical insulating fittings
- electrical connecting boxes
Thermoset composite materials exhibit excellent dielectric strength due to the network of cross-linked molecules that create a rigid structure, where molecules are held in place by chemicals bonds.
Compounds made with thermoset binders, can therefore, maintain both physical and electrical properties under mechanical loads during prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures.
Often, parts molded from plastic materials will carbonize or melt during exposure to electrical arcing or tracking.
However, thermoset composites for electrical applications demonstrate minimal effects in these situations and have Comparative Tracking Index (CTI) values exceeding 600 volts and dielectric strength in excess of 15kv/mm.
This, along with excellent thermal properties, makes BMC, SMC, and CIC molding compounds an ideal choice to protect sensitive electrical devices operating in high-temperature environments.
Example of molded parts
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Thermoset compounds for electrical applications exhibit excellent dielectric strength, and maintain both physical and electrical properties under mechanical loads during prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures.
Thanks to all these excellent and high performance properties, the thermoset compounds are becoming the materiel of choice for manufacturers and designs engineers looking to reduce production costs.
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