Material Solutions for
E-mobility
E-Mobility Applications and Solutions
Busbar Insulation
A crucial aspect of e-mobility is ensuring the safe and efficient transmission of electricity. Arkema's Rilsan® Polyamide 11 safety orange pellets, designed for crosshead extrusion, injection molding/over molding, and Rilsan® Polyamide 11 Fine Powders for metal coating, are excellent material solutions for busbar insulation. For scenarios requiring resistance to extreme heat, especially in cases of thermal runaway, Arkema's Kepstan® PEKK offers an e-mobility material solution that ensures reliability under high temperatures.
Busbar by Powder Coating
Rilsan® Polyamide 11 coatings offer exceptional abrasion and oil resistance for long-lasting use in automotive and transportation applications. These bio-based polyamide coatings favor great protection from high voltage while also providing excellent flexibility, impact and abrasion resistance, corrosion protection, and UV resistance.
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Busbar by Injection & Extrusion
Arkema offers Rilsan® Polyamide 11 pellets to provide insulation to busbar. The coating can be obtained by injection molding/over molding or cross-head extrusion. The latter technology allows to coat long length of copper or aluminum, which are then cut and formed to the desired geometry. These grades are available in orange color stable after long time exposure at high temperature.
Extreme Dielectric Protection
Some electrical insulation applications have extreme requirements that standard insulation materials cannot endure. This can include exposure to extremely high temperatures in instances of thermal runaway, high voltage isolation requirements at low thicknesses, strong chemical resistance, and extreme durability. Arkema's Kepstan® PEKK is capable of handling these intense requirements, while also providing excellent adhesion to conductive metal components. This makes Kepstan® PEKK a great solution for e-motor magnet wires and more
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Advanced Materials for Battery Cell
Arkema's contributions to e-mobility extend into the heart of EVs—the battery. Kynar® PVDF, a material celebrated for its reliability in battery cell manufacturing, stands out as a solution for separator coating and electrode binder. This showcases Arkema's dedication to providing material solutions that bolster the battery industry, a cornerstone of e-mobility's success.
Thermal Management Enhanced by High Performance Material Solutions
Rilsan® Polyamide 11 and Rilsamid® polyamide 12 are key material solutions for battery cooling systems, providing excellent thermal control essential for the optimal performance and longevity of electric vehicle batteries. Tubes crafted from Rilsan® Polyamide 11 and Rilsamid® Polyamide 12 are designed to efficiently manage the transfer of cooling liquid between the radiator and battery pack. These materials are prized for their superior mechanical strength, long-term durability, and straightforward integration into battery systems, marking them as essential components in the advancement of e-mobility technology.
EV Cooling Lines with Bio-based Rilsan® Polyamide 11
Air Suspension Systems in E-mobility
As air suspension systems become increasingly common in electric vehicles, Arkema's e-mobility material solutions, including Rilsan® Polyamide 11, Rilsamid® Polyamide 12, and multi-layer structures based on Rilsan® Tielfex technology, play a critical role. These materials offer the necessary flexibility, strength, and durability for advanced air suspension systems in electric vehicles, improving performance and passenger comfort.
Material Solutions for Wire & Cable Protection
Kynar Flex® fluoropolymer resins are pivotal in the development of jacketing material for e-mobility applications, where their flexibility, toughness, and resistance to chemicals and corrosive fluids are essential. These resins are compatible with standard polyolefin equipment, facilitating seamless processing and integration into electric vehicle manufacturing workflows.
Kynar® PVDF stands out in the e-mobility sector for its exceptional high-temperature performance, flexibility, flame retardancy, and resistance to aggressive chemicals, abrasion, and cut-through. This makes it an ideal choice for material solutions, ensuring durability and safety in the demanding conditions faced by electric vehicles.
Reliable Electrical Connectors
Rilsan® and Rilsamid® polymers showcase an exceptional blend of flexibility, chemical resistance, low moisture absorption, and remarkable dimensional stability, making them perfect for use in quick connectors and fittings within the e-mobility sector. Similarly, Kepstan® PEKK ultra-performance polymers stand out in the realm of material solutions, offering a distinctive set of properties tailored for high-demand applications.
Sustainability in the Automotive Market
Bio-based Materials
Arkema is the leader of Advanced and Bio-circular material for automotive applications, coming from castor oil. Our flagship Rilsan® Polyamide 11 has a proven legacy in meeting some of the world’s most demanding material challenges and it is derived from the castor bean, a renewable crop that does not compete with food and does not cause deforestation. Arkema is a leading driver of renewable castor farming in India. More about our sustainable solutions:
Virtucycle® program: partially recycled material
The Virtucycle® program is a partnership program offered to Arkema’s high-performance polymers customers and downstream users.
The program enables our partners to “step into the loop” by providing polymer for reprocessing or to source new materials with minimum recycled content and no compromise in performance
MORE ABOUT OUR VIRTUCYCLE® RECYCLING PROGRAM
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