Contributing to One-Shot Molding and Improved Production Efficiency: Nittobo’s Commingled Glass Cloth
Combining the toughness of glass fiber and the moldability of resin in a single sheet. Nittobo’s "Commingled Cloth" enables one-shot molding of complex shapes and dramatic productivity improvements.
Nittobo’s "Commingled Glass Cloth" is an innovative composite material created by twisting and weaving high-strength "glass fibers" with thermoplastic "organic fibers (plastic fibers)" using proprietary technology. Its greatest feature lies in "one-shot molding," which allows products to be manufactured using only heat and pressure. Since the resin is already uniformly mixed with the fibers, the material exhibits exceptional mold-following capability and impregnation. This allows for the precise molding of deep-drawn shapes and complex contours—previously difficult to achieve—in a single process. Consequently, it strongly supports a dramatic shortening of manufacturing steps, cost reduction, and labor savings. Furthermore, by leveraging the properties of thermoplastic resin, post-molding reprocessing and recycling are made easy, contributing to a reduced environmental footprint. While lightweight, it possesses high reaction force and superior impact resistance that surpass aluminum, providing a new standard for manufacturing sites where both strength and productivity are required.
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[Basic Structure] ・Fabric made from commingled yarn (a blend of glass fiber and organic fiber/resin yarn). [Primary Material Composition] ・Reinforcing Fiber: E-glass (Continuous Glass Fiber) ・Matrix Resin: Polyamide (PA) [Physical Properties] ・Please download the technical documents for detailed specifications. [Product Form] ・Cloth (Fabric) [Features] ・Excellent deep-drawing moldability (mold-following), superior impregnation, high rigidity, and impact resistance.
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[Automotive & Mobility] ・Bumper Reinforcements: Achieving weight reduction through metal replacement and high impact absorption. ・Battery Trays & Cases: High-rigidity enclosures for protecting lithium-ion batteries. ・Engine Peripheral Parts: Complex-shaped parts such as oil pans and seat pans. [Electronic Devices & Precision Parts] ・Mobile PC & Smartphone Enclosures: Thin, lightweight covers for mobile devices that are resistant to drop impacts. ・Sensor Housings: Cases for various sensors to protect precise internal structures. [Industrial & Consumer Goods] ・Suitcases: Lightweight and tough travel bags utilizing deep-drawn shapes. ・Structural Reinforcement: Increasing the rigidity of existing parts and promoting multi-material designs. [Key Takeaways] ・While its initial rigidity may be lower than metal materials like aluminum, its reaction force until failure surpasses that of metal. Its tenacity—meaning it "does not snap or break" even under impact—has been proven through testing.
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Nittobo Group: Creating a Healthy and Comfortable Future The Nittobo Group is dedicated to enhancing social value and contributing to a prosperous society. Under our long-term vision, "Big VISION 2030," we strive to be a Global Niche No. 1 provider in "Environment & Energy," "Digitalization," and "Health & Safety." Combining a century of expertise in glass fiber, functional chemicals, and textiles, we serve as the best partner for our customers' product development.