Zytel and FRN
Zytel and FRN
Can somebody tell me -- are Zytel and FRN the same? I.e., is Zytel just a trade name for FRN? I have heard the Native (for example) referred to as both (as well as "carbon" and several other things).
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Hi Robby and welcome to the Forum.....
I worked with thermoplastic resin compounds in a previous life and I believe Zytel® and FRN are, pretty much, one and the same.
Zytel® is a trademark of Dupont™ and to quote Dupont™ is a "nylon polymer family that offers a range of expertly designed products to help components deliver as designed in harsh environments – resisting aggressive chemicals, flame, heat, cold and even wet, humid conditions. They also are modified for enhanced functionality for use in rugged and demanding applications, delivering improved wear and friction characteristics, added toughness, high flow and productivity. Zytel® can be either reinforced with glass (as in fiber) minerals, or unreinfocrced.
The Zytel® nylon polymer family is available in glass, mineral, Super Tough or unreinforced grades, delivering the essence of nylon – strength, toughness, resistance to harsh environments plus ease of processing – and opening the door to ideas that give shape to smarter ideas that advance everyday living."
There are different grades of Zytel® available depending on your use and manufacturing needs.
Fiberglass reinforced nylon, FRN (also known as Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic or FRP) is a thermoplastic resin composite product that is composed of a plastic resin matrix reinforced by embedded glass fibers. The combination of the plastic resins along with the orientation, quantity and location of the fiberglass reinforcements determine the qualites of the profiles. Profiles are formed with different strength, corrossion resistance, flame retardance and maximum operating temperature. Products are designed with the application in mind.
Seems to me that Zytel® and FRN are the same animal and it’s just a matter of trademark, copyright, and registered brand name use.
Sal, Joyce, or Carlos may have more input but I hope this answers your question. Best to you and welcome again.
Stay safe! Stay sharp!
I worked with thermoplastic resin compounds in a previous life and I believe Zytel® and FRN are, pretty much, one and the same.
Zytel® is a trademark of Dupont™ and to quote Dupont™ is a "nylon polymer family that offers a range of expertly designed products to help components deliver as designed in harsh environments – resisting aggressive chemicals, flame, heat, cold and even wet, humid conditions. They also are modified for enhanced functionality for use in rugged and demanding applications, delivering improved wear and friction characteristics, added toughness, high flow and productivity. Zytel® can be either reinforced with glass (as in fiber) minerals, or unreinfocrced.
The Zytel® nylon polymer family is available in glass, mineral, Super Tough or unreinforced grades, delivering the essence of nylon – strength, toughness, resistance to harsh environments plus ease of processing – and opening the door to ideas that give shape to smarter ideas that advance everyday living."
There are different grades of Zytel® available depending on your use and manufacturing needs.
Fiberglass reinforced nylon, FRN (also known as Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic or FRP) is a thermoplastic resin composite product that is composed of a plastic resin matrix reinforced by embedded glass fibers. The combination of the plastic resins along with the orientation, quantity and location of the fiberglass reinforcements determine the qualites of the profiles. Profiles are formed with different strength, corrossion resistance, flame retardance and maximum operating temperature. Products are designed with the application in mind.
Seems to me that Zytel® and FRN are the same animal and it’s just a matter of trademark, copyright, and registered brand name use.
Sal, Joyce, or Carlos may have more input but I hope this answers your question. Best to you and welcome again.
Stay safe! Stay sharp!