The integration of flame retardant functionalities is crucial to reducing the fire hazard of polymer parts in a wide range of applications, including aviation, automotive, and electronics. At LKT, research is being conducted into flame retardancy for SLS, SLA, and injection-molded components, among other things.
Flame retardants are added to the powder, granulate, or resin to minimize the flammability of the components. In this context, we at LKT are developing highly efficient, innovative flame retardant solutions with a decisive focus on the recyclability of SLS powders. Special attention is also paid to the use of halogen-free flame retardants, which not only offer a high level of fire safety but are also more environmentally friendly. These flame retardants reduce the flammability of the components by either creating a protective barrier against the spread of fire or preventing the access of oxygen. The aim is to develop safe and sustainable solutions.
In addition to the standard UL-94 and LOI tests, our fire testing also includes a cone calorimeter test, in which the gas phase products can be analyzed using an FTIR unit or GC-MS and evaluated for toxicity.
Paul Roumeliotis, M.Sc.
Institute of Polymer Technology
New Materials and Material Properties
- Phone number: +49 9131 85-71053
- Email: paul.roumeliotis@fau.de