3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate Description
3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate is a high-performance, Grade F composite manufactured by hot-pressing alkali-free E-glass fabric pre-impregnated with a high-Tg epoxy resin at temperatures around 155 °C. This composite delivers outstanding mechanical robustness: its tensile strength typically exceeds 300 MPa, flexural strength surpasses 340 MPa, and Charpy impact strength reaches approximately 42 kJ/m². Compressive strength perpendicular to the laminate also remains high, making it suitable for structural applications in electrical machinery.
Electrically, it maintains excellent insulation even under wet conditions and when immersed in transformer oil. Dielectric strength in 90 °C transformer oil is above 14 MV/m, and the breakdown voltage exceeds 35 kV. Surface insulation resistance after water immersion remains above 5 × 10^8 Ω, and the dielectric constant stays low (≤ 5.5 at 1 MHz) with a dissipation factor below 0.04. The comparative tracking index typically exceeds 200, ensuring resistance to electrical tracking across the surface.
Thermally, 3242 laminate qualifies for Class F insulation, tolerating continuous use up to 155 °C, with long-term stability under thermal stress. Its water absorption is low, around 1–1.1%, and its density is approximately 1.85 g/cm³, ensuring dimensional stability.
This material finds widespread use in motors, generators, transformer insulation parts, and high-voltage devices, especially in humid or oil-exposed environments. Its combination of mechanical strength, electrical reliability, moisture resistance, and thermal endurance makes it ideal for demanding industrial and electrical insulation components.
3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate Applications
1. Electrical insulation and power equipment: It serves as reliable insulation in high-voltage switchgear, transformer components, generator and motor parts, and printed circuit board substrates—offering durable mechanical strength and stable electrical performance even under hot, humid, or oil-immersed conditions.
2. Structural and mechanical parts in machinery: Thanks to its excellent tensile, flexural, and compressive strength, 3242 laminate is used to make bushings, spacers, gears, and bearing components in industrial machinery and equipment.
3. Aerospace and defense components: With its lightweight yet rugged composite nature, it’s a solid choice for radomes, structural panels, and insulation parts in aircraft, satellites, and defense applications where both strength and thermal reliability are essential.
4. Industrial equipment for harsh environments: The material’s Class‑F thermal rating and moisture resistance make it suitable for thermally insulated plates, housing panels, test fixtures, and other structural elements in plastic molding, heavy electrical systems, laboratory equipment, and industrial automation.
3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate Packaging
Our products are packaged in customized cartons of various sizes based on the material dimensions. Small items are securely packed in PP boxes, while larger items are placed in custom wooden crates. We ensure strict adherence to packaging customization and the use of appropriate cushioning materials to provide optimal protection during transportation.
Packaging: Carton, Wooden Box, or Customized.
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Manufacturing Process
1. Testing Method
(1) Chemical Composition Analysis - Verified using techniques such as GDMS or XRF to ensure compliance with purity requirements.
(2) Mechanical Properties Testing - Includes tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation tests to assess material performance.
(3) Dimensional Inspection - Measures thickness, width, and length to ensure adherence to specified tolerances.
(4) Surface Quality Inspection - Checks for defects such as scratches, cracks, or inclusions through visual and ultrasonic examination.
(5) Hardness Testing - Determines material hardness to confirm uniformity and mechanical reliability.
Please refer to the SAM testing procedures for detailed information.
3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate FAQs
Q1. What is 3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate?
It is a high-strength composite material made by hot-pressing alkali-free E-glass fabric with high-Tg epoxy resin. This laminate offers excellent mechanical strength and stable electrical performance, even under high humidity and in transformer oil.
Q2. What are its key properties?
3242 laminate has high tensile, flexural, and compressive strength, making it suitable for structural applications. It maintains good dielectric properties in both dry and wet conditions, with a high comparative tracking index, indicating resistance to electrical tracking. Thermally, it is rated for Class F insulation, withstanding continuous use at temperatures up to 155 °C.
Q3. Where is it commonly used?
This laminate is widely used in electrical machinery, including motors, transformers, and switchgear components. Its resistance to moisture and transformer oil makes it ideal for applications in humid or submerged environments.
Related Information
1. Common Preparation Methods
3242 Epoxy-Phenolic Glass Fabric Laminate is produced through a meticulous process that ensures high mechanical strength and stable electrical performance. The production begins with alkali-free E-glass fabric, which is chemically treated to enhance its electrical properties. This fabric is then impregnated with a high-temperature-resistant epoxy resin. The impregnated fabric layers are stacked and subjected to hot pressing under controlled temperature and pressure conditions, typically around 155 °C, to cure the resin and form a solid laminate. The result is a rigid, thermosetting composite material with excellent mechanical strength, dielectric properties, and resistance to moisture and transformer oil.
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