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Automotive Aftermarket

Long Fiber Thermoplastic Solutions for Aftermarket Parts 

Did you know you can achieve metal-like structural performance with the ease of injection molding? To keep pace with an evolving market, advanced polymer materials can help you meet challenges to reduce part weight, increase resistance to corrosion and rust, and create products with outstanding performance and utility.

Long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFTs) provide alternatives to and benefits over traditional materials used in aftermarket parts, offering designers fresh options with high strength, low density, resistance to moisture absorption, excellent design freedom, and the ability to eliminate secondary processing. Using LFT not only allows for new product innovation, but often drives reductions in system costs and increases in manufacturing efficiencies.

Whether your team is designing running boards, side steps, bed extenders, mounting kits, or a new product to meet changing objectives, our innovative long fiber composites and in-house technical experts can help you break the status quo and rise to the next level of performance and productivity.

LFT Highlights:  

  • Structural performance on par with metal  
  • Reduced weight versus metal  
  • Low moisture absorption versus nylon  
  • Inherent corrosion resistance
  • No secondary processing required
  • High design freedom through injection molding
  • Recycled content grades available
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Elevating UV Performance for Long Fiber Solutions Article Discover how recent innovations in long fiber thermoplastics deliver outstanding UV resistance and lasting visual appeal for exterior applications. View
Automotive Aftermarket Overview Application Overview Overview of the needs within automotive aftermarket and the long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) technologies to meet those needs. View
Replacing Aluminum with Long Fiber Thermoplastics (LFT) Application Overview Key factors and comparisons to consider when replacing aluminum with long-fiber-reinforced thermoplastic (LFT); including processing and material performance summaries. View
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Brackets and Latches Application Overview Key benefits and data for long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) to replace metal for brackets and latches. View
Long Fiber Technologies Application Development Product + Service Overview Avient long fiber technologies application development center bulletin highlighting services including design support, material validation, simulation support, and in-house prototyping. View
Complēt™ and OnForce™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites - Design Guide Processing + Design Guide Download this guide to learn how to design ribs, bosses, and other features that stand the test of time, better ways to process LFT materials, what to do to minimize part defects and more about Complēt™ and OnForce™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites. View
Services Capabilities Overview Product + Service Overview Discover the comprehensive technical services available through Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient to assist customers. View
Automotive Steering Column Bracket Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced metal steering column supports and lowered weight by 50%. View
Axial Fan Blade Case Study Explore how Complēt™ LFT replaced aluminum, resulting in thinner, lighter, stronger industrial fan blade. View
Complēt™ & OnForce™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites - Processing Guide Processing + Design Guide Guidance on key elements of preparation and molding process for Complet & OnForce LFT View
Marine Application Material Solutions Application Graphic Explore a range of material solutions for marine applications such as boats, jet skis, and docks. View
Snowmobile Application Material Solutions Application Graphic Explore a range of material solutions for snowmobiles and accessories. View
Snowmobile Running Board Case Study Customized Complēt™ Moisture Resistant LFT replaced metal and achieved consistent performance in harsh, wet, cold environments. View
Sustainable Engineered Polymers Video Discover sustainable specialty-engineered polymers from Avient. View
Rethinking Materials for Automotive Aftermarket Parts Article Making the switch from metal to plastic using long fiber thermoplastics. View
Nylon Alternatives for Powersports Applications Application Overview Overview, key characteristics and technical data on nylon alternatives for powersports applications. View
LFT Basics - Understanding Long Fiber Thermoplastics Webinar Learn about long fiber technology and why it’s replacing metal.
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Step Linkage Automotive Aftermarket Part Case Study Complēt™ LGF, moisture-resistant grade delivers improved performance and cost savings for aftermarket parts manufacturer. View
Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (LFT) Solutions for Bicycles Application Graphic Explore long fiber reinforced thermoplastic (LFT) solutions that meet various bicycle application demands. View
Benefits of LFT White Paper Explore the unique capabilities of specialty long fiber reinforced composites. View
Aerospace Seating Component Case Study Complēt™ LCF PES formulation delivered lightweighting for an aerospace seat component through metal replacement (replacing aluminum). View
Wheelchair caster wheels Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber (LCF) composites replaced aluminum to reduce weight and enable design freedom for a wheelchair OEM. View
Wheelchair Caster Wheels Case Study Customer success with Complēt™ Long Fiber to introduce lightweight composite caster wheels for improved wheelchair mobility. View
Engineered Polymer Materials for EV Batteries Video Learn more about advanced polymer technologies that enhance EV battery design and performance to enable benefits such as extended vehicle range, lightweighting and sustainability. View
Seat Pan for Off-Road Recreational Vehicle Case Study Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite consolidated multiple metal parts to streamline manufacturing and assembly of an ATV seat pan. View
Automotive Aftermarket Motor Mount Case Study Complēt™ 50% long glass fiber reinforced specialty PA66 thermoplastic replaces die-cast aluminum. View
Video: Complēt™ REC Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics (Chinese) Video Introducing Complēt REC long fiber reinforced thermoplastics (LFT) containing post consumer and post industrial recycled material (Chinese language version). View
Complēt™ Hybrid Moisture Resistant Watercraft Steering Column Case Study Complēt™ Hybrid Moisture Resistant Composite material used to consolidate parts in a personal watercraft steering column. View
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Video Stronger, tougher, and lighter. Learn about Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics. View
Engineered Materials for EV Batteries Application Graphic Discover engineered polymers to advance battery design and performance. View
Long Fiber Technologies Application Development Product + Service Overview Avient long fiber technologies application development center bulletin highlighting services including design support, material validation, simulation support, and in-house prototyping. View
Advanced Simulation Capabilities for Structural Applications Video Learn more about enhanced modeling and design technology capabilities to more accurately predict long fiber reinforced thermoplastic performance in structural metal replacement applications View
Fan for Outdoor Blower and Vacuum Case Study Complēt MT proved material performance success through extensive Mold Flow and FEA simulations to prove concept without prototyping and minimize development costs. View
Automotive Aftermarket Side Step Case Study Moisture-resistant Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced formulation improves strength, design freedom, and finish. View
Avient Long Fiber Technology Video Provides structural performance that can go head-to-head with metals at a fraction of the weight. View
Personal Watercraft OEM Steering Column Case Study Complēt™ Hybrid Moisture Resistant Composite provided part consolidation, design consultation, and robust FEA support. View
Complēt™ PKE Formulations Product + Service Overview Overview of key characteristics, markets and applications for Complēt PKE Formulations. View
Avient Supports a Sustainable Future for Plastics - Video (Chinese) Video Plastics provide tremendous benefits to our quality of life, but the challenges of plastics must not be ignored. Learn what Avient is doing to support a sustainable future (Chinese language version).
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Avient Supports a Sustainable Future for Plastics - Video Video Plastics provide tremendous benefits to our quality of life, but the challenges of plastic must not be ignored. Learn what Avient is doing to support a sustainable future. View
Environmentally Stabilized Composites White Paper Learn more about moisture resistant nylon long fiber reinforced composites. View
Services Capabilities Overview Product + Service Overview Discover the comprehensive technical services available through Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient to assist customers. View
Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Long Fiber Thermoplastic Nylons Video Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Long Fiber Thermoplastic Nylons provide gradual moisture uptake to maintain structural properties longer View
Video: Complēt™ REC Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Video Introducing Complēt REC Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics (LFT) containing post consumer and post industrial recycled material. View
Piranha Marine Propeller Case Study Complēt™ MT Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 improved durability and vibration damping allowing the blades to flex and absorb energy from minor impacts. View
Piranha Propeller - Case Study Case Study Read how long fiber composites helped Piranha Propellers add toughness and design flexibility. View
Complēt™ REC Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Product + Service Overview Performance data and information on Complēt REC long-fiber-reinforced composites incorporating recycled resin. View
Complēt™ LFT - Stronger. Tougher. Lighter. Video Compare the strength, toughness and weight of long fiber thermoplastics against other materials. View
Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Nylons Product + Service Overview Environmentally stabilized nylon 6 and 6/6 long fiber composites for application intermittently exposed to water high humidity that require consistent structural performance. View
Snowmobile Engine Mounting Bracket Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced aluminum to provide better fatigue resistance and reduce weight. View
Automotive Removable Roof Bracket Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced polyphthalamide composite replaced steel in bracket securing roof panels and achieved an 80% weight reduction. View
Support Yoke for Hanging Industrial Motor Case Study Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite supports the weight of a 25-pound motor without creep while being lower in weight and less costly to produce. View
Aerospace Passenger Seating Components Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced PES composite reduced weight 40% and met FAA requirements for flammability and survivability. View
Bettcher Industries – Case Study Case Study Metal replacement, design improvements and Complēt™ long fiber technology provide powerful solution for Bettcher Industries. View
Craftech Non-Metallic Fasteners Case Study Custom formulated and pre-colored Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced ETPU composite offered corrosion resistance while matching the structural capabilities of metal fasteners. View
Injection Molded Composite Baseball Bat Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced composites allows deployment of injection molded material solution for design flexibility and customization. View
Unified Seat Shell for Off-Road Recreational Vehicle Case Study Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite consolidated multiple metal components into a unified seat shell permitting weight and cost reductions. View
Innovative Office Furniture Task Chair Case Study Strategically positioned unidirectional tape inserts overmolded with Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite provide fatigue endurance to allow part reduction for office chair. View
Trail Bicycle Rear Suspension Linkage Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced ETPU composite reduced weight 33% and performance analysis services confirmed metal-to-thermoplastic conversion success. View
Scorpyd Crossbow Integrated Rail and Riser Case Study Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced ETPU composite along with product design and performance analysis services create industry-first integrated rail and riser assembly for Scorpyd Crossbow. View
Internal Frame Structure for Hunting Backpack Case Study Injection molded Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite delivered high stiffness and low weight while simplifying manufacturing. View
Complēt™/OnForce™ LFT Overview Product + Service Overview Optimize stiffness, strength, and toughness to obtain structural performance with lightweight long fiber reinforced thermoplastics. View
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