Colorant Chromatics™ and BASF Ultrason® high-performance polymers in metallic colors provided lightweight and food contact-approved colors solutions for molders CRTM™ Composite Sandwich Panels reduced component complexity compared to metal for door panel on rail car

Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite consolidated multiple metal parts to streamline manufacturing and assembly of an ATV seat pan Polystrand™ aPET thermoplastic composite tri-ply laminate solution replaced metal and provided an impact resistant and corrosion-proof composite material to prevent dents and rust.

A shift from metal to Therma-Tech™ formulation drives improved product line for LED component manufacturer Artisan™ AR7300 pre-colored thermoplastics are customized ABS formulations to help manufacturers achieve brilliant and high-gloss metallic effect, excellent chemical resistance, and scratch resistance

Design freedom, metal replacement and Thermally Conductive Formulations provide powerful solution for Elausa Electronics Metal replacement, design improvements and Complēt™ long fiber technology provide powerful solution for Bettcher Industries

Replacing Metal with Vinyl - Case Study Explore how replacing metal with vinyl materials can shine a light on value. 

GL AS S/ EP OX Y TA B M AT ER IA L N O T AB BREAK Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) 420 lbs 191 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) 2 in 370 lbs 168 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) 332 lbs 151 kg 984 lbs 446 kg Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 1298 lbs 589 kg Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 501 lbs 227 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 839 lbs 381 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 1156 lbs 524 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - Crestomer 1152PA Adhesive NA 1530 lbs 694 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - Crestomer M1-30 Adhesive NA 1471 lbs 667 kg Mixed Conditions ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION ADHESIVE GRADE MANUFACTURER AVERAGE BOND STANDARD DEVIATION FAILURE MODE BEST ADHESION 2k Urethane 75421 Lord 2281 psi 15.73 MPa 184 psi 1.27 MPa Substrate Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 AccraLock 2211 psi 15.24 MPa 78 psi 0.54 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 psi 14.97 MPa 262 psi 1.81 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 2102 psi 14.49 MPa 138 psi 0.95 MPa Substrate 2k Urethane 75451 Lord 2047 psi 14.11 MPa 68 psi 0.47 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:2 AccraLock 1966 psi 13.56 MPa 68 psi 0.47 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic Scotchweld 8010 3M 1907 psi 13.15 MPa 61 psi 0.42 MPa Adhesive Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 psi 13.00 MPa 432 psi 2.98 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 psi 12.91 MPa 281 psi 1.94 MPa Substrate  2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:2 AccraLock 1779 psi 12.27 MPa 127 psi 0.88 MPa Cohesive 2k Urethane 75422 Lord 1716 psi 11.83 MPa 190 psi 1.31 MPa Cohesive Adhesive 2k Urethane 75452 Lord 1535 psi 10.58 MPa 98 psi 0.68 MPa Adhesive 2k Methacrylate Polyfuse Icon Containment 1610 psi 11.10 MPa 98 psi 0.68 MPa Adhesive INTERMEDIATE ADHESION 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk C010817 AccraLock 724 psi 4.99 MPa 58 psi 0.40 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 722 psi 4.98 MPa 44 psi 0.30 MPa Cohesive 2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix Loctite 508 psi 3.50 MPa 81 psi 0.56 MPa Adhesive 2k Epoxy Gorilla Glue Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 psi 2.35 MPa 198 psi 1.37 MPa Adhesive NOT RECOMMENDED  2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond ADHESIVE SELECTION Brands identified are owned by the manufacturers of the adhesive products. 1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T FASTENER TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS Through-Bolting Best mechanical locking system Need back side access to panel Screw-In Anchor Highest pullout strength Requires pilot hole Cup Washer Spreads compressive load Requires relief hole; For substructure and hard point attachment Wide Grip (Bulb-Style) Rivet Ease of use—no installation torque limitations For lower load attachments Sheet Metal or Wood Screw Readily available, low cost Penetrate both skins for improved pullout Shoulder Washer Limits compressive load Requires relief hole; For substructure and hard point attachment For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners for specific applications, please contact Avient.

THERMA-TECH™ THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE FORMULATIONS PROCESSING GUIDE 2 Therma-Tech Therma-Tech™ Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive Formulations have been engineered to combine the heat transfer and cooling capabilities of metals with the design freedom, weight reduction and cost advantages of thermoplastics.

Replace heavy metal components with lightweight, structural composites. Replace heavy metal components with lightweight, structural composites.

MP107 DEEP BLUE METALLIC MP107 Spruce Green Metallic

METALLIC GREEN METALLIC GOLD 8642C