Long Fiber Thermoplastic
LFT is a long fiber glass reinforced composite which is gaining credibility for producing a range of structural and semi-structural automotive parts. Called direct and indirect LFT processing and already widely practiced in Europe. It allows molders to self-compound long fiber with pp in line with injection or compression molding.
Advantages
- High impact resistant and energy absorption.
- Weight reduction in comparison with steel.
- Corrosion resistant.
- Short production cycle time.
- Low material cost.
- Price advantage.
- Recycleability.
