Xenia, which makes reinforced thermoplastic composites for injection molding and additive manufacturing, has introduced a range of composite materials for the chemical industry designed to handle aggressive fluids, high temperatures and explosive atmospheres in ATEX-classified environments. The range spans conductive HDPE, PP and PVDF compounds offering electrical conductivity up to 10^6 ohm·m alongside chemical resistance and thermal stability.
The conductive HDPE combines carbon fiber with HDPE for high electrical conductivity and mechanical strength, suited to piping and protective components. Conductive PP compounds, available with 10%, 20% or 30% carbon fiber reinforcement, add stiffness and conductivity while keeping PP's chemical resistance, targeting tanks, containers and piping systems. Conductive PVDF compounds provide permanent antistatic performance for ATEX compliance, a V0 fire rating, and improved UV resistance, making them suited to pumps, valves, sensors, cables, and battery or electronic components exposed to corrosive environments.
Xenia says the range offers a metal alternative where weight reduction and process efficiency matter, combining mechanical performance, chemical resistance and controlled conductivity in one material system.
Source: xeniamaterials.com
