XPS foam core material 3D|CORE™ XPS

foam for compositesfor composites

The 3D|CORE™ XPS foam core is a high-performance polystyrene foam that is suitable for ultra-light construction applications. The integrated honeycomb structure creates more flexibility and simplifies handling in production. With the various 3D|CORE™ structures, the technical properties of the foam can be improved to a high-performance core with low weight! Properties of 3D|CORE™ XPS: - Available density: 45 kg/m³ - Closed cell foam core (no water absorption, no re-expansion, no outgassing) - Durability - no rotting - Very lightweight foam core - Easy application with epoxy resin systems - Homogeneous bonding of all components - Excellent surface adhesion (bond between surface and core) - Uniform material properties - Good thermal insulation - Integrated flow aid - Low resin absorption - Can be used with all known epoxy and PU resin systems (Not applicable with styrene) Areas of application for 3D|CORE™ XPS: - Automotive: underbody panelling, bonnet, seats, battery housing, side elements, trunk, spoiler - Railway & Transport: ceiling elements, interior, flooring, door modules, partition walls, roof, underbody panelling, front mask, seats - Winding applications: Tubes, tanks, sleeves, rollers - Wind energy: rotor blades, nacelles, spinner - Industry: machine housing Suitable processes: - Hand lay-up - Vacuum Infusion - Vacuum Assisted Light-RTM - Bonding