SABIC launches LNP ELCRIN DC0051RC1 — 75% PCR carbon-fiber PC compound
- Contains 75% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.
- SABIC’s first PCR-based carbon fiber-reinforced compound, formulated with polycarbonate (PC) resin.
- Achieves UL94 V0 flame retardancy at 0.8 mm and offers high modulus, dimensional stability and low warpage for thin-wall parts.
- Uses non-chlorinated, non-brominated flame retardant chemistry and is commercially available globally.
Product
SABIC introduced LNP ELCRIN DC0051RC1, a carbon fiber‑reinforced compound formulated with polycarbonate resin that contains 75 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. It is noted as SABIC’s first PCR-based carbon fiber‑reinforced compound and is positioned for consumer electronics housings.
Performance and compliance
The material delivers high modulus, excellent dimensional stability and low warpage suitable for laptop housings and other large, structural thin‑wall components. SABIC reports the compound meets UL94 V0 flame retardancy at 0.8 mm.
Circularity and formulation
SABIC says the formulation was developed to support circularity goals while retaining key mechanical and flame retardant properties. The compound uses a non‑chlorinated, non‑brominated flame retardant chemistry to reduce potential health and environmental impacts.
Availability
LNP ELCRIN DC0051RC1 is commercially available worldwide.
Source: SABIC