SMC 6016 Sheet Molding Compound

Kaerda SMC 6016 is an automotive-grade Sheet Molding Compound with 28±2% glass fiber content. It features high thermal resistance, high rigidity (flexural strength ≥160 MPa), and excellent dimensional consistency, engineered for commercial vehicle exterior body panels, heavy truck bumpers, and structural under-hood components.

Key Highlights: Glass Fiber Content: 28±2% | Density: 1.75-1.85 g/cm³ | Flame Retardancy: Non-FR | HDT: ≥200°C | Shrinkage: ≤0.1%

Key Technical Specifications

Property Test Standard Unit Value
Density GB/T1463 g/cm3 1.75-1.85
Water Absorption GB/T1462 mg ≤20
Shrinkage Rate GB/T15568 % ≤0.1
Glass Fiber Content GB/T15568 % 28±2
Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT) GB/T1634 ℃ ≥200
Tensile Strength GB/T1447 Mpa ≥65
Flexural Strength GB/T1449 Mpa ≥160
Impact Strength GB/T1451 KJ/㎡ ≥65

Product Features & Engineering Performance

  • 1.75~1.85g/cm³ 30% Lightweight & energy saving: Density 1.75~1.85g/cm³, over 30% weight reduction vs steel, extend EV range and cut fuel consumption.
  • ≥200℃ Outstanding heat resistance: HDT≥200℃, fit high-temperature working condition of batteries and engines.
  • ≤0.1% High driving stability: Shrinkage ≤0.1%, no cracking or deformation under long-term driving vibration.
  • UL-94 High safety performance: Insulation & moisture-proof avoid electric leakage; customizable UL-94 flame retardancy and impact resistance protect passengers and battery cells.
  • Excellent environmental resistance: Resist engine oil, saline, rain and snow, durable for long-term outdoor service.

Applications & Component Suitability

· Battery pack housing & battery underguard · Motor & electronic control unit housing: Excellent insulation and customizable flame retardancy isolate high temperature and protect internal electrical components. · High-voltage junction boxes & insulating brackets · Chassis guard plate & wheel arch liner · Bus seat frame & luggage rack base · Engine heat shield & air intake housing A / / / / A: New Energy Vehicle EV Parts/Chassis & Body Protection Parts/ Bus & Commercial Vehicle Interior Parts/Lamp & Exterior Functional Parts/ICE Engine Peripheral Parts Q: Can you adjust specifications based on project needs? A: Yes. The parameters shown on the page are representative references, and selected projects can be discussed for adaptation and development. Q: Can you provide samples for testing? A: Yes. Sample testing, TDS / MSDS requests, and early-stage technical evaluation are supported. Q: Do you support long-term bulk supply? A: Yes. The product is supported by real production lines and equipment, making it suitable for stable supply and long-term project cooperation. Q: Can you also support molded product development?

Manufacturing Infrastructure & Quality Control

Kaerda supports full-scale production from customized compounding to finished molded parts with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality compliance:

  • 3 High-Capacity SMC Production Lines: Ensuring precise resin-to-fiber distribution and consistent lot-to-lot maturation.
  • 15 Compression Molding Presses (315T – 2500T): Capable of producing large-format, high-density composite enclosures and structural parts.
  • Integrated Testing Lab: Full testing for tensile/flexural strength, heat deflection temperature (HDT), shrinkage, and UL-94 flame retardancy.

Frequently Asked Questions

· Battery pack housing & battery underguard · Motor & electronic control unit housing: Excellent insulation and customizable flame retardancy isolate high temperature and protect internal electrical components. · High-voltage junction boxes & insulating brackets · Chassis guard plate & wheel arch liner · Bus seat frame & luggage rack base · Engine heat shield & air intake housing A / / / / A: New Energy Vehicle EV Parts/Chassis & Body Protection Parts/ Bus & Commercial Vehicle Interior Parts/Lamp & Exterior Functional Parts/ICE Engine Peripheral Parts Q: Can you adjust specifications based on project needs? A: Yes. The parameters shown on the page are representative references, and selected projects can be discussed for adaptation and development. Q: Can you provide samples for testing? A: Yes. Sample testing, TDS / MSDS requests, and early-stage technical evaluation are supported. Q: Do you support long-term bulk supply? A: Yes. The product is supported by real production lines and equipment, making it suitable for stable supply and long-term project cooperation. Q: Can you also support molded product development?

Yes. Kaerda operates an in-house polymer formulation lab and 3 automated SMC production lines. We can adjust glass fiber length and loading, cure kinetics, shrinkage control, and RAL color matching according to your tooling and mechanical requirements.

Absolutely. We provide full TDS/MSDS documentation and batch material samples for initial mold sampling, shrinkage validation, and mechanical testing.

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