Mitsubishi Polyester Film GmbH

HOSTAPHAN™ polyester films for GRP panels and prepreg applications

Release films are used as a carrier material in the production of GRP panels. After processing, the film is removed. The surface of the film influences the appearance of the final product and can be glossy or matt. The release film can be up to 4.20 m wide and can be used multiple times depending on the process.

In addition to our proven release films, we offer you the high-quality HOSTAPHAN™ Protective Films. These specialised protective films are UV-stabilized, extremely durable and ideal for demanding applications. They effectively absorb UV rays and protect the product underneath.

Prepregs are uncured, sheet-like materials before processing. HOSTAPHAN™ serves as a carrier here. Under heat and pressure, the resin crosslinks to form a composite. The carrier must be easy to separate and survive the curing process unscathed.

Product portfolio

Different HOSTAPHAN™ films are suitable for use as release film:

  • Transparent or matte films
  • Sealable films
  • Films with release coating
  • Thickness range from 23 to 350 µm

Properties

HOSTAPHAN™ offers the following advantages for release films:

  • Good separation properties
  • High mechanical resilience
  • Excellent temperature stability
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Film widths up to 4.20 m
  • High dimensional stability under the influence of moisture, heat and tension
  • No cutting dust
  • No influence of moisture before processing
  • High density and resistance to reactive resins
  • Inspection through the film possible

Applications

Typical applications of HOSTAPHAN™ as a release film are:

  • Glass fibre reinforced plastic panels for e.g.
    • truck bodies, mobile homes, buses
    • Composites
    • Roofs, skylights
  • Prepreg

Contacts

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