Huntsman syntactic resins used in the aerospace industry
Syntactic resins serving the global aerospace industry for over 70 years
Due to the growing demand for mobility, energy efficiency and climate change concerns, high priority is given to developing the aerospace sector as a key mode of transport by promoting innovative innovations for aircraft manufacturers supplying commercial airlines and general aviation worldwide.
By providing unique, certified or patented technologies combined with high quality and reliability, Huntsman chemists and experts add value to you, ensuring your success!
Syntactic resins for densification and edging
Araldite syntactic resins and Epocast epoxy resins, offer solutions for edge bonding, honeycomb shaping, potting applications of metal and plastic inserts, as well as honeycomb reinforcement and repair.
Applications
1 – Edge fill and close-out
Your needs :
- Good impact & vibration resistance
- High protection against chemicals and moisture
- Low density
- Paintable
Our solutions :
| References Huntsman | OEM specifications |
|---|---|
| Araldite® 252-1 A/B | Airbus ASNA 4072 ind.B / Airbus AIMS 10-03-005 |
| Araldite® 1641 A/B | Rolls-Royce MSRR 1076 |
| Araldite® 1644 A/B | Airbus AIMS 10-03-001 |
| Araldite® 1645 A/B | Huntsman standard certification |
| Epocast® 1614 A1 | Boeing / MESA HS5933 (A) 100-25 Rev E, 150-25 Rev E, 150-35 Rev E, 150-50 Rev E, 150-100 Rev E |
| Epocast® 1633 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 18, Class 2 |
2 – Panel forming
Your needs :
- Core splicing and strengthening of radii and corners
- Good environmental resistance
- Low density
Our solutions :
| References Huntsman | OEM specifications |
|---|---|
| CG 1305 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 7, Class 1 / Alenia MDL8027, Type 7 / Spirit SMS-116201, Type 1 |
| Epocast® 1652 A/B | Grumman GM 4006, Type 1, Class B, FM 1 / Sikorsky SS-9587, (-003A) Type 2, Class 1 / Embraer MEP 10-051, Type 2, Class 1 / Gulfstream GMS 4005, Type 1, Class B, FM 1 / Allied Signal PCS 5606 / Hurel-Hispano HS/DFO-010 |
| Epocast® 1656 A/B | Grumman GM 4006, Type 1, Class B, FM 1 / Vought VM 4006, Type 1, Class D, FM1, AM 2 / Pratt and Whitney CPW 505 |
3 – Panel and core reinforcement
Your needs :
- Reinforce high stress areas in honeycomb structures
- Improve mechanical performance including compression resistance
- Fill voids
- Secure long shelf life of the composite parts
Our low density solutions :
| References Huntsman | OEM specifications |
|---|---|
| Araldite® 252-1 A/B | Airbus ASNA 4072 ind.B / Airbus AIMS 10-03-005 |
| Araldite® 1644 A/B | Airbus AIMS 10-03-001 |
| Epocast®1610 A2 | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 10 |
Our high density solutions :
| References Huntsman | OEM specifications |
|---|---|
| Epocast® 1635 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 31 |
| Epocast® 1636 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 6 / Gulfstream GMS 4005, Type 1, Class C, FM 2 / Kaman CMS-007-3 |
| Epocast® 1627-2 | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 27 / Airbus Coasa RP1021209 |
4 – Insert potting
Your needs :
- Easy to apply
- Fill voids
- Provide good vibration and shock resistance
- Good multimaterial compatibility
Our solutions :
| References Huntsman | OEM specifications |
|---|---|
| Epocast® 1618 D/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 18, Class 1 |
| Epocast® 1619 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 19 |
| Epocast® 1626 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28 Ty 26 Cl 1 / Bell 299-947-097, Ty 5 |
| CG 1305 A/B | Boeing BMS 5-28, Type 7, Class 1 / Alenia MDL8027, Type 7 / Spirit SMS-116201, Type 1 |
More information :
Need information on our Huntsman range of synthetic resins? Contact our technical department at +33 426 680 680 or fill out our contact form.
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