The RN series are novolak type phenolic resins modified by special elastomers. This series consists of a grouping of acrylic rubber modified resin in addition to the RS-2210MB grade, a silicon rubber modified resin.
This phenolic resin series is recognized worldwide by the automotive industry for its thermal shock and chemical resistant properties. In addition, this particular series possesses anti-brake noise and vibratory qualities in brake pad applications.
Some of the most demanding electrical applications choose phenolic resin due to the material's high dielectric strength, superior insulation resistance and high temperature resistance. Typical applications include use as an Epoxy Resin hardener for electronic materials such as encapsulation for I.C., an adhesive with elastomers and to improve the high heat resistance of thermoplastics.
The XL series is composed of phenol aralkyl resins, of which there are three different grade levels. The XL line is known for its stable friction and abrasion, excellent heat and chemical resistance and anti-noise and vibratory qualities.
In automotive applications, this type of phenolic resin is used in brake pads due to its stable friction and low abrasion. In electrical applications, the material is used as a molding compound that yields excellent heat and moisture resistant electrical insulation.
The RX series features one-grade level. The RX line is the company's most flexible friction technology developed to date. RX possesses the same characteristics and properties as XL, which are stable friction and abrasion, heat and chemical resistance and anti-noise and vibratory qualities.