The Critical Nature of Military & Aerospace Applications Make Thermoset Composites the Perfect Choice

The military & aerospace market consists of numerous mission-critical applications, where failure in the field can lead to disaster. Manufacturers are realizing the benefits of molding products from field-tested thermoset Bulk Molding Compound (BMC) and Sheet Molding Compound (SMC). Some of the applications that have converted to BMC and SMC include:

• Rifle guards;
• Weapon housings;
• Tote bins;
• Equipment cases.

Thermoset composites for military & aerospace offer dimensional control and structural integrity during long-term exposure to natural elements, making them the material of choice to protect sensitive equipment. Aerospace composites are lightweight, as they possess a superior strength-to-weight ratio to many competing materials. Additionally, thermoset composites offer thermal, corrosion and impact resistance, have radar absorption qualities and excellent memory characteristics, allowing them to spring back to their original shape, minimizing denting.