BASF further expands its high temperature nylon (PPA) portfolio: the new Ultramid? Advanced T2000 will be launched at the Chinaplas in Guangzhou. This product is a high temperature nylon PA 6T/66 based composite with excellent mechanical properties and dielectric strength at high temperatures for a wide range of joints in the electronic and electrical (E&E) industry. Ultramid Advanced T2000 has a partially arylated chemical structure that provides solutions for parts that require high stiffness and high hardness at different temperatures, while providing high temperature, moisture and flame retardant properties. The solution is suitable for the electrical and electrical connector manufacturing industry where high resistivity is required, as well as the transportation industry that needs to maintain material strength over a wide range of temperatures and environments.
Abdullah Shaikh, global team director for BASF's high-temperature nylons, said: "The new demand in the electronics and electrical industries, especially in the field of connector manufacturing, has spurred the development of next-generation high-performance components. So far, the performance of common materials has not met the components. The mechanical properties and dielectric strength requirements in a variety of harsh environments.Ultramid Advanced T2000 products are another high-temperature nylon material that we provide to our customers, allowing customers to select the right plastic material for the requirements of the components. Its advanced flame retardant technology meets the new requirements of electrical and electronic equipment."
E-electricity and automotive industry have broad application prospects
BASF's new Ultramid Advanced T2000 has excellent mechanical and dielectric strength and is the preferred material for new applications in the electrical, electronics and automotive industries, such as miniature connectors, switches and miniature circuit breakers with flame retardant requirements in notebook constructions. The product has outstanding flow performance during the injection molding process, which can meet the thin wall design requirements of customers and improve the appearance quality. BASF's new high-temperature nylon material also guarantees the integrity of the part: even in the event of a short circuit, the material does not melt due to the high temperatures caused by the short circuit and can withstand external mechanical shocks.
In addition, the glass-reinforced Ultramid Advanced T2000 combines ease of processing with excellent strength at temperatures above the glass transition point. This product is a universal replacement for all types of automotive metal parts, such as drain valves, pumps, fuel system components, actuators, gearbox sensors and clutch parts – in other words, the product can meet the above components within its operating temperature range. High strength, high stiffness and high resistivity requirements, including drying and conditioning. Ultramid Advanced T2000 is well tolerated for common automotive media such as coolants, fuels, oils and lubricants, as well as automotive fluids such as detergents and road salts.
BASF's new generation of high temperature nylon products have lower water absorption than standard aliphatic nylons, resulting in higher dimensional stability and higher impact strength than standard nylon (PA) 66. The product has a melting point of 310 ° C and a heat distortion temperature of more than 280 ° C. It is an ideal material for lead-free soldering. Ultramid Advanced T2000 is significantly more fluid than other high temperature nylons, helping to increase customer productivity without sacrificing flexibility or strength. Customers can also use Ultramid Advanced T2000 products with standard aliphatic nylon or high temperature nylon materials for subsequent processing such as soldering and laser marking.
Tailored for the electrical and electronics industry
To expand the range of applications, BASF has developed a range of 30% to 40% glass fiber reinforced grades of flame retardant products that meet UL 94 V-0 flame retardant levels and a variety of color schemes. In addition, the Ultramid Advanced T2000 series has also developed 30% to 50% glass fiber reinforced grades with improved impact strength and a choice of colorless and laser-markable blacks. Products with different heat stabilizer technologies are also available depending on the application.