LTM 16B

LTM® 16B
LTM16B tooling prepregs are low/medium temperature curing epoxy resins systems that can be post cured to produce tools with a service temperature of 200°C (392°F).
LTM16B prepregs are suitable for the manufacture of both small and large tools.

Features and Benefits 

• 6 days out life at 21°C (70°F) 
• 12 months storage at -18°C (0°F) 
• Autoclave cure 
• Mould tools directly from low temperature master 
• Prepregs have excellent tack and drape 
• Initial cure temperatures down to 40°C (104°F) 
• Able to produce tools with low residual stress 
• Unsupported (free standing) post-cure 
• Low tool shrinkage matched to Solvay’s tooling block expansion during cure 
• Low tool coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) matched with Solvay-supplied backing structures 
• Good retention of mechanical properties up to 180°C (356°F) when fully post cured 
• Long term service up to 200°C (392°F) in air