Materials for
Automotive Applications
Rigorous, demanding, precise. Sound familiar? We understand. Making a commitment to service the automotive industry requires focus and agility not only with material selection, but also when responding to processing questions, order fulfillment, and quality documentation. From OEM approval guidance to responsive collaboration, you can count on Alphagary as a solid supply partner who will help your business perform.
The brand names EVOPRENE, GARAFLEX, GARATHANE, MEGOLON, MEXIFLEX, POLIVISOL, SYLVIN, and VINASTAB are trademarks of Alphagary/Mexichem.
Our diverse line of vinyl compounds for interior, exterior, and wiring applications include:
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Matte-finish or gloss-finish PVC
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Grades that provide resistance to grease, oil, chemicals, and automotive fluids
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Extrusion-grade compounds to meet T1, T2, and T3 temperature standards
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Materials for cables up to 125°C rating to meet SAE standards
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Resistance to outdoor weather environments
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Grades that satisfy OEM requirements
Lightweight and recyclable, our range of EVOPRENE TPE compounds is used extensively for in-cabin components (low fogging LF series), and exterior applications where enhanced weather resistance is important.
GARAFLEX TPE compounds are designed for jacket and insulation 105C cable applications for electric vehicle (EV) charging cables.
Low Smoke, Halogen-Free (LSHF) compounds designed for EV charging cables are created with properties that withstand punishing outdoor weather conditions (hot and cold) and maintain the low-temperature flexibility that is critical for performance.
Thermoplastic urethane (TPU) compounds designed for EV charging cables are created with properties that withstand punishing outdoor weather conditions (hot and cold) and maintain the low-temperature flexibility that is critical for performance.
Additives for PVC
Typical Applications
Our materials are used in a vast array of applications - here are some examples. We have numerous off-the-shelf options and often custom-formulate a material to fit customer specifications. By understanding the necessary performance criteria, we can recommend suitable candidates and work side-by-side throughout the approval process.
Put our experience to work.
Consistency with every blend
We understand how important it is for materials to perform consistently and reliably. That’s why we have adopted fixed practices that govern formulation integrity, process control and data acquisition. Customers trust us for this assurance so they can focus on creating dependable and functional products that enhance our lives every day. so critical to our health and wellbeing.
Regulatory Expertise
We have full-time regulatory expertise to help navigate everchanging regulations. And we’re transparent with reporting information. In our Safety Data Sheets, made for each product, we report Substances of Very High Concern, phthalate content, and REACH, RoHS, and Prop 65 information along with the necessary safety precautions typically found on a safety data sheets. Our customers find this information very helpful as they answer regulations and apply for third-party approval.
Dedicated R&D Team
With fully appointed laboratory resources and decades of hands-on experience, we work closely with customers to choose the right candidates off-the-shelf or re-engineer based on performance requirements. Working with a variety of polymers means we have a broad range of solutions to choose from.