Processability
- TEG
TEG is flexible, lightweight and very processable. For example, it can easily be cut.
TEG expands when exposed to heat. In this state, it can be compressed without using a binder and can easily be processed into a sheet form.
Leveraging its processability, TEG is generally used as the material for graphite sheets.
To add TEG to resins, rubber or other combustible materials, they must be temporarily dissolved.
This requires a high temperature around 200 °C. Within the temperature zone, TEG does not change shape or performance and therefore excels in terms of the selection of processing conditions.
Specific processability features of TEG
Specific processability features of TEG
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TEG can be compounded with a broad range of resins (multipurpose resins to engineering resins).
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Adding even a small amount of TEG can achieve flame retardancy. Thus, TEG contributes to low-cost compound design.
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Being non-halogen, TEG is able to prevent the emission of hazardous gases during processing.
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MZ-260, the type of TEG that we originally developed to expand at high temperatures is characterized by its ability to improve heat resistance to a range between 260 and 280 °C and contributes design for high-temperature conditions.
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TEG is available in small lots (paper bag/20 kg) or large lots (flexible container bag/500 kg). Orders can be in accordance with the relevant processing conditions.
Applications for TEG
Fields of use
Graphite sheet
Reasons to use TEG
Graphite sheets are used in automobile engines and other high-temperature parts, plant pipes, semiconductor manufacturing devices and in other applications. This requires TEG to be processed for use in narrow spaces with complex shapes.
TEG is flexible, lightweight and can easily be cut. These characteristics enable TEG-derived processability that suits users' needs.
Fields of use
Flame-retardant resin pipes (for water supply and drainage)
Reasons to use TEG
Water supply and drainage pipes in buildings such as condominiums must be non-combustible or flame-retardant to stop fires from spreading.
Conventionally, iron and clay pipes have been used for these applications. But they have problems such as their heavy weight and their long processing time.
As a solution to this problem, TEG-based flame- retardant resin pipes have become available. Besides flame retardancy, they are lightweight and very processable.
Fields of use
Flame retardants for engineering plastics
Reasons to use TEG
Engineering plastics with applications as electric and electronic parts and in automobiles must be flame-retardant.
Flame retardants have conventionally been halogen-based. Because of safety and environmental considerations, it is expected that the use of TEG in non-halogen flame retardants will increase.
Our product lineup also includes MZ-260, a highly heat-resistant grade of TEG adaptable to the high processing temperatures typical of engineering plastics.
Frequently asked questions
Can the amount of expansion, the ash content and other properties of TEG be changed on request?
They can be changed to some extent.
For more information, please contact our sales representative.
What does it look like?
It is a dark gray powder.We are able to provide a sample. If you would like to pick it up in your hands and see it up close, contact our sales representative.
Does it have an expiration date?
Basically, TEG will not deteriorate. But we recommend that you use it within the first six months.
Can we collaborate with you on research, establish a technical partnership or other similar activity?
Yes. Contact us so we can talk about it in detail. First, please contact our sales representative.