Automotive Applications
Explore the variety of our applications!
Table Of Content
Exterior Applications
First impressions are decisive – and the exterior is the first part of the automotive that meets the eye.
Asahi Kasei’ engineering plastics are offering a broad variety of solutions that contribute to
premium and lasting exterior looks.
→ Main Application: Metal replacement such as mirror brackets.
Leona 90G33
Application:
Exterior Rear View Mirror
Benefit:
Combination of Surface Quality & Mechanics
Very High UV Resistance (when unpainted)
Vibration Resistance
LEONA 90G33
Application:
Painted Door Handle
Benefit:
Combination Surface Quality & Mechanics
Vibration Resistance
Strenght & Stiffness;
LEONA 90G33
Application:
Painted Door Handle
Benefit:
Combination Surface Quality & Mechanics
Vibration Resistance
Strenght & Stiffness;
Tenac CZ3513
Application:
Safety Belt Push Button
Benefit:
Surface Quality
Low Emission
High Weatherability
High Impact
Xyron AT600
Application:
Wheel Cover
Benefit:
Heat Resistance
High Impact
Excellent Paintability
Xyron EX101
Application:
Head Light Lamp Extension
Benefit:
Material Cost Reduction
Excellent Appearance
Excellent Flowability
Low Specific Gravity
High Dimensional Stability
Exterior Applications (Rear View)
Leona 90G60
Application:
Trunck Lock
Benefit:
Combination of Surface
Quality & Mechanics
UV Resistance when unprinted
Vibration Resistance
Strength & Stiffness
Leona 90G60
Application:
Spoiler
Benefit:
Combination Surface
Quality & Mechanics
Vibration Resistance
Strength & Stiffness
Exterior Applications (Right)
→ Main Application: Metal replacement such as mirror brackets.
Leona 90G33
Application:
Sun Roof Systems
Benefit:
Combination Surface & Quality Mechanics
Vibration Resistance
Strength & Stiffness
Leona 90G60
Application:
Exterior Mirror Stays
Benefit:
High Stiffness
Good Appearance & Vibration Resistance
Weatherability & Good Transferability of Cavity Texture
THERMYLENE P8
Application:
Door Carrier Plate
Benefit:
Easy Molding with Modulus eqal to LGF-PP
Superior Creep Resistance
Tenac CZ4520
Application:
Lumbar Support
Benefit:
Low VOC
Creep Resistance
Moldability.
Tenac CZM413
Application:
Door Handle
Benefit:
No Design Limitations
Cost Reduction by avoiding painting
lower ecological Footprint
Under-The-Hood Applications
Regulations regarding the reduction of CO2 emissions and car noise levels have been significantly pushing the demand for new and innovative lightweight materials as a substitute for metal and aluminum parts. At the same time these materials have to live up to the high safety standards in the automotive industry, and to provide solutions to the changing and tightening regulations worldwide. Engineering plastics with their broad range of properties will become a key in this field, contributing to a reduction of CO2 emissions of conventional passenger cars with an internal combustion engine.
Leona 14G
Application:
• Air flow sensor
• Air intake manifold
• Alternator Housing
• Bumper Enforcement
• Charge air cooler
• Charge air duct
• Coolant Hose Connectors
• Cylinder Head Cover
• ECU/Fuse/Relay Housing
Interior Applications
Lightweight materials will significantly add to the future automotive. From the manufacturer’s point of view lightweight materials are first and foremost a key factor to achieve the CO2 fleet emission goals. At the same time they contribute to a better range or fuel efficiency – without compromising safety.
From the user’s point of view lightweight itself is no emotional experience. Especially when used in the interior of the car, human senses come into play. The materials should not smell, appeal to the eye and – due to the rising popularity of car sharing – also withstand intense use by many different users. With the automotive interior becoming a living space, the materials should contribute to make the car user feel as comfortable as possible.
Leona 90G60
Application:
Air Vents
Benefit:
Combination of Stiffness & Surface Quality
Low VOC
Low Fogging
Excellent UV Stability
Easy Processing (Tool & Screw temp.)
SOFORM
Application:
SoForm Dashboard
Benefit:
Low VOC
Low Gloss
Low Fogging
Superior Scratch Resistance
Tenac C-Z3510
Application:
Window Carrier / Pully
Benefit:
High Viscosity
Low VOC
High Strength
Tenac C-ZM413
Application:
Door Handle
Benefit:
No Design Limitations
Cost Reduction by avoiding Painting
Lower Ecological Footprint
Tenac CZ3513
Application:
Safety Belt Push Button
Benefit:
Surface Quality
Low Emission
High Weatherability
High Impact
Tenac CZ4520
Application:
Lumbar Support
Benefit:
Low VOC
Creep Resistance
Moldability