hello@compositesevolution.com | +44 (0) 1246 266 248 About Products & Services Case Studies News Contact Home > Products & Services > Thermoplastic Tapes Thermoplastic Tapes Evopreg® PA is a range of thermoplastic tapes suitable for automated tape laying, winding and compression moulding Evopreg® PA is a range of thermoplastic tape manufactured from polyamide-6 (PA6) polymer with unidirectional carbon fibre and is suitable for automated tape laying, winding and compression moulding into high-performance, lightweight components. Thermoplastic tapes can provide outstanding mechanical performance, clean manufacturing processes, low waste and the potential for easier recyclability at end-of-life. Much like traditional thermosets, there are also multiple processing routes available; however, processed parts can be subsequently post-formed to create more complex shapes. Additionally, thermoplastic tapes can be stored almost indefinitely, compared to the limited shelf-life of pre-impregnated thermoset tapes. Advantages: Processing speed High automation levels possible Flexible, multi-stage processing is possible – excellent for hybrid structures, inserts and overmoulding Excellent impact resistance More controlled – no chemical reactions or storage issues Improved recycling possibilities Applications: Flexible pipes – oil & gas and water transport Pressure vessels – hydrogen storage tanks, compressed natural gas (CNG) tanks Selective reinforcement of components – metal structures, etc Manufacturing processes: Winding Compression moulding – laid preforms and chopped tapes Automated fibre placement (AFP) Automated tape laying (ATL) Properties Evopreg® PA exhibits a high strength-to-weight ratio and is well suited to a variety of applications where strength and toughness are required. Specifications Description Polyamide-6 (nylon-6) reinforced with continuous (unidirectional) carbon fibres Fibre content 30 – 50% by volume Thickness 0.15 – 0.25 mm Width 6.25 – 235 mm Length Up to 1 km Interest in fibre-reinforced unidirectional thermoplastic tape has advanced significantly in recent years due to the advantages they could offer in a variety of current and emerging applications. Composites Evolution has extensive experience in the development and production of unidirectional thermoplastic tapes and the benefits they offer in a range of sectors. Downloads Composites Evolution Evopreg® Family Brochure (PDF) Can we help you with thermoplastic tapes? Complete the form, or use the contact details and a member of our sales team will be in touch. +44 (0)1246 266248 — OR — hello@compositesevolution.com Yes please, I'd like to receive occasional marketing updates* No thanks, I don't want to receive any marketing updates* Submit *We'd like to send you occasional updates about our products and services, special offers, news and events. We'll always keep your personal details secure and will never share them with third parties for marketing purposes. You can unsubscribe at any time. For further details on how we may use your data, please visit our Privacy Policy. Share this page Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Email Products & Services Epoxy Component Prepregs Epoxy Tooling Prepregs Natural Fibre Prepregs Thermoplastic Tapes Fire-Resistant PFA Prepregs Toll Manufacturing & Specials News We’re attending METSTRADE 2021 12th November 2021 Composites Evolution to showcase high-performance prepregs and new thermoplastic unidirectional tapes at Advanced Engineering 1st November 2021 Register now for Advanced Engineering 2021 and visit us on Stand N90 15th October 2021 Composites Evolution Ltd 1A Broom Business Park Bridge Way Chesterfield S41 9QG UK Company reg no.: 7024132 Quick Links Home About Products & Services Case Studies News Contact Get in Touch +44 (0)1246 266248 hello@compositesevolution.com Social Media © 2018 – 2021 Composites Evolution Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Site T&Cs Terms & Conditions of Sale This site uses cookies: Find out more. Okay, thank you