Cast Polyamides Additives
As a globally leading supplier of raw materials for the production of Cast Polyamide and associated additives such as catalysts, activators and impact modifiers, Brüggemann relies on intense R&D in the field of Anionic Polymerization.
AP-Nylon® additives from Brüggemann are key to obtaining structurally improved polyamides of
high impact toughness and durability. As a result of these advantages, AP-Nylon® cast polyamides continue to open up ever new applications.
As a “rough and tough” material, cast polyamide is the perfect choice for a broad diversity of applications in polyamide parts are produced by anionic polymerization.
This 'Rough and Tough' material is an ideal choice for applications in:
- transport / shipping
- industrial installations / heavy-duty equipment
- building and road construction
- safety technology
- mining
Typical products range from large semi-finished stock (e.g., bars, tubes and sheets) with low inherent stresses to complex castings which cannot be obtained by injection molding or extrusion.
BRUGGOLEN® additives – efficient and sustainable
The BRUGGOLEN® C range of additives comprises catalysts and activators which have been purpose-developed for the production of high-grade cast polyamides by Anionic Polymerization. Of course we provide as well the suitable monomer AP-NYLON® Caprolactam as solid flakes or liquid in full truck loads. In our ongoing refinement and innovation of the Bruggolen® C-Series, effectiveness and efficiency are key considerations, along with our focus on sustainability. One example of this approach is
BRUGGOLEN® TP-C1608, our new heat stabilizer. It expands the application range of cast polyamide parts to temperatures up to 150°C.
AP-Nylon® Materials
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Product |
Function |
Characteristics |
BRUGGOLEN® C additives for the production of cast polyamide
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BRUGGOLEN® C10 |
Highly efficient catalyst |
Highly efficient solid catalyst for anionic polymerization of caprolactam with quick reaction times at low temperatures. |
BRUGGOLEN® C20P |
Highly efficient activator |
Highly efficient solid activator for anionic polymerization of caprolactam with quick reaction times at low temperatures. |
BRUGGOLEN® C235 |
New, highly efficient liquid activator |
Highly efficient liquid activator for anionic polymerization of caprolactam with quick reaction times at low temperatures. To our knowledge BRUGGOLEN® C235 is the only liquid activator without usage of N-Ethyl-Pyrrolidon (NEP). NEP is a substance of very high concern and limitations of its use are expected. |
BRUGGOLEN® C25 |
Highly efficient retarding activator |
BRUGGOLEN® C25 allows to retard the solidification of the reactive caprolactam melt. It is selected for applications that benefit from longer periods of time until solidification, e.g. for slower filling of complex large geometries or degassing of narrow rod diameter molds. |
BRUGGOLEN® C540 |
Highly efficient impact modifier |
BRUGGOLEN® C540 improves the impact strength of anionic polymerized casted or roto-molded caprolactam. |
BRUGGOLEN® TP-C1312 |
Viscous elastomeric for the activator side |
BRUGGOLEN® TP-C1312 improves the impact strength of anionic polymerized casted or roto-molded caprolactam. At higher dosage >20% soft polyamides can be produced. |
BRUGGOLEN® TP-C1608 |
Heat stabilizer enables Cast Poylamide long term applications up to 150°C |
BRUGGOLEN® TP-C1608 improves the tensile strength of anionic polymerized casted or roto-molded caprolactam after heat aging applications. |
New Developments:
- BRUGGOLEN® C25 is a new retarding activator system for the Anionic Polymerization of Caprolactam. It is mainly used for the casting of thin rods or bulky pieces in order to avoid pinhole issues, lunkers and voids.
- BRUGGOLEN® TP-C1608 is a new heat stabilizer system for the Anionic Polymerization of Caprolactam. It is applied on the activator side and prolongs the mechanical strength at temperatures up to 150°C.
In addition, Brüggemann supplies a portfolio of further additives such as crystallization accelerators and processing auxiliaries to assists users in realizing a host of products – application advice included.