Xenoy iQ resin

 Xenoy iQ* resin, chosen by Ford for the pedestrian safety system of its 2011 C-MAX multipurpose vehicle (MPV), has helped the automaker earn a five-star rating from Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Program). The C-MAX's pedestrian safety system features a novel lower leg protector/undertray design using SABIC's Xenoy iQ resin. The inherent physical properties of Xenoy iQ resin make it a highly suitable material for the Ford C-MAX's pedestrian safety system. The resin's superior ductility and great impact resistance, when combined with the part design, provide the energy absorption needed for enhanced lower leg impact protection. The resin is also a great fit with Ford's commitment to sustainability as it offers thermoplastic properties with an extremely low carbon footprint. Overall, use of Xenoy iQ resin in this case demonstrate how SABIC enables both environmental responsibility and exceptional performance. This combination of high strength, lightweight and excellent elongation is not possible with more brittle, glass fibre- or talc-filled materials. Another benefit is its resistance to chipping from road debris. The resin's ease of processing, high flow and low warpage enabled the team to create a large, complex, injection-moulded part that incorporates strategically-positioned channels to enable proper air intake to the intercooler.
SABIC Innovative Plastics
Tel: +1 248 926 4219
E-mail: david.cameron@sabic-ip.com
Website: www.sabic-ip.com
Access code: RE5177