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Tenax™ TPUD is a thermoplastic unidirectional prepreg that combines two high-performance materials: carbon fiber with a tailored sizing for thermoplastic applications and a high-temperature polymer.
Tenax™ ThermoPlastic UniDirectional (TPUD)
Tenax™ TPUD is a thermoplastic unidirectional prepreg that combines two high-performance materials: carbon fiber with a tailored sizing for thermoplastic applications and a high-temperature polymer (i.e. PEEK). The TPUD is available in a wide range of widths (6.35 mm to 609,6 mm). Tenax™ TPUD is offered in different fiber grades such as HTS and IMS.
Production Process:
The material can be laid per hand or automatically (automated tape laying, automated fiber placement) without the need for de-bulking like in thermoset prepreg, for example. It can then be consolidated in a press (static or semi-continuous) or in an oven under vacuum. Winding processing can also be applied to manufacture tubular parts in only one step.
Benefits at a Glance
Our Product – Your Benefits
- High-performance mechanical properties
- Low flammability, smoke and toxicity
- Excellent resistance to chemicals and solvents
- Room temperature storage and shipping
- Compliant with Health, Safety and Environment requirements
- Recyclable
Your Process Benefits
- Out of autoclave consolidation (press forming, vacuum bagging)
- Short cycle time
- Thermoformable
- Automated processes (automated tape laying, winding for tubular parts and pressure vessels)
- Thermoplastic joining technologies
Medical Applications
Tenax™-E TPUD PEEK-HTS45 is tested as non-cytotoxic according to DIN EN ISO 10993-5. There is no expected risk for patients when this material is reprocessed in medical devices if the contact with human skin, mucosa or damaged tissues does not exceed 24 hours.
Typical Applications
