Self-extinguishing foam for safety-critical applications
ROHACELL® S
ROHACELL® S is closed-cell rigid foam based on polymethacrylimide (PMI) chemistry that is completely free of CFC’s. This rigid foam is self- extinguishing and particularly suitable for applications in rail vehicles and watercraft, as well as use in the aerospace industry.
Properties
Density
52kg/m³
3.25lbs/ft³
75kg/m³
4.68lbs/ft³
110kg/m³
6.87lbs/ft³
Compressive Strength
0.7MPa
102psi
1.5MPa
218psi
2.8MPa
406psi
Tensile Strength
1.1MPa
160psi
1.9MPa
276psi
3.2MPa
464psi
Shear Strength
0.6MPa
87psi
1.2MPa
174psi
3.2MPa
464psi
Elastic Modulus
50MPa
7,252psi
90MPa
13,053psi
150MPa
21,756psi
Shear Modulus
20MPa
2,901psi
34MPa
4,931psi
55MPa
7,977psi
Strain at Break
3.5%
3.5%
4.5%
Fire resistance certifications
ROHACELL® S complies with stringent fire resistance standards such as FAR 25.853 and AITM tests, making it suitable for applications in rail vehicles, shipbuilding, and aeronautics.
Self-extinguishing
This foam is self-extinguishing and offers excellent safety features for use in environments with high fire safety requirements.
Efficient processing
Compatible with pre-pregs, vacuum infusion, RTM, and VARTM methods, ROHACELL® S supports single-step co-curing for reduced production times and costs.
