GMW17425
Polyester Sheet Molding Composite (SMC) - Low Profile, 27.5% Glass Reinforced (Smooth)
| Organization: | GMW |
| Publication Date: | 1 October 2020 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 5 |
scope:
Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.
Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.
Purpose/Material Description.
This specification covers the properties of a low profile unsaturated polyester sheet molding compound that is reinforced with 27.5% chopped glass fibers that are 25 mm long and randomly oriented. This material can be coated in the molding press to seal porosity In-Mold Coat (IMC), bonded, and painted. Laser Optical Reflected Image Analyzer (LORIA) readings < 85 are required to meet this specification.
Symbols.
Not applicable.
Applicability.
Typical applications include exterior and interior body panels.
Remarks.
None.
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