Leading Plastics Supplier for Electric Vehicles
To align with our dedication to ‘creating for tomorrow’, Asahi Kasei Plastic North America (“APNA”) is devoted to the growth of electric vehicles and helping them become the mode of transportation for generations to come. We are committed to providing the most innovative and sustainable materials that also meet our customers’ needs.
Asahi Kasei’s Commitment to the Electric Vehicle Market
Electric vehicles will soon be the vehicle of choice over the traditional combustion engine. APNA has and will continue to invest in our technology dedicated to advancing the electrical vehicle market growth. This aligns with our initiatives toward providing sustainable solutions while focusing on continuous improvement.
To meet the unique requirements of our customers and this market, our products offer a diverse range of characteristics that are critical for electric vehicles. By using plastics in place of the traditional steel and aluminum applications allows for vehicle applications to be lighter weight, giving batteries an extended range of use. Many of our product grades feature high flame retardancy, ideal for applications in this segment.
Asahi Kasei offers both semi-crystalline and amorphous grades for various electric vehicle battery applications, including injection molding and thermoforming process capability. Our grade offerings can be tailored from low warpage, high rigidity and impact, superior electrical properties, and flame-retardant characteristics. Asahi Kasei can support part design optimization and mold flow analysis including CAE analysis.
Extending Battery Range
- Xyron PPE/PS material offers weight savings by providing low density, high flowability and dimensional stability.
- Thermylon® and Leona™, our PA66/6i grades, provide high strength, thin wall rigidity and high flowability.
- Thermylene® material features low density and high flowability as a more cost-optimized selection.
Safety
- Xyron™, Thermylon® and Leona™ grades provide improved electrical performance and safety with high CTI / electrical properties, high heat resistance and flame retardancy.
- Thermylene® material features flame retardancy, low moisture absorption, heat resistance, chemical resistance providing the material with improved electrical performance and safety features.
Sustainability
- Xyron™, Thermylon® and Leona™ contribute to a safer environment by being a non-halogenated and non-red phosphorus material.
- Thermylene® flame retardant grades are Deca-BDE free, making them safer for the environment. Thermylene is also RoHS compliant.
Superior Featured Material
APNA developed an internal test method to compare flammability performance during an extended flame exposure event. Molded plaques were exposed to a flame exceeding 1400°F. Flame exposure continued until a burn-through hole appeared or until 5 minutes elapsed.
In the video below, we show a highlight of a previously conducted burn test. Our featured material, Leona, displays exceptional flammability performance, perfect for rigorous and challenging environments.
Generic Grade
Non-Flame Retardant
Leona SN - Non Halogen
Flame Retardant - V0
Electric Vehicle Applications
Asahi Kasei's diverse product family allows us to offer solutions for a wide range of applications. Hover over the pictures below to learn how our products enhance applications.
Note: More than one material can be used for these applications
APNAs former Vice President of Sales and Technology and current President, Todd Glogovsky spoke with Plastics News about the future of electric vehicles. With electric vehicle sales increasing and the total cost to produce batteries decreasing, Glogovsky predicts the consumer cost will ultimately drive the market. Click to read the full story and why APNA offers thought leadership in this segment.
Need Material Solutions for Electric Vehicles?
APNA can support specialty grades that are tailored to your business-specific needs. Click here to contact us today to find out what solutions we offer you.