Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Kaneka FM40 Toughener

Kaneka FM40 Toughener is a high-performance liquid epoxy resin modifier from Kaneka’s FM series, designed to enhance toughness, impact resistance, and thermal stability of epoxy systems without compromising processability or glass transition temperature. Widely used in aerospace composites, electronic encapsulants, and structural adhesives.
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Features Of Kaneka FM40 Toughener

  1. High-performance liquid epoxy resin modifier for enhanced fracture toughness without sacrificing glass transition temperature (Tg).

  2. Reactive functionality enables covalent bonding with epoxy matrices, ensuring permanent toughening and long-term stability.

  3. Low viscosity improves processability and facilitates homogeneous dispersion in standard epoxy formulations.

  4. Halogen-free composition supports compliance with RoHS, REACH, and other environmental regulatory requirements.

  5. Enables significant improvement in impact resistance and delamination resistance in cured composites.

Typical Applications Of Kaneka FM40 Toughener

  1. Aerospace structural adhesives and prepreg systems requiring high damage tolerance.

  2. Electronic encapsulants and underfill materials demanding thermal cycling reliability.

  3. Wind turbine blade resins where fatigue resistance and interlaminar shear strength are critical.

  4. High-performance composite tooling matrices used in autoclave and out-of-autoclave manufacturing.

  5. Automotive under-hood components subject to thermal shock and mechanical vibration.

Specifications Of Kaneka FM40 Toughener

Chemical TypeReactive liquid polyetheramine-modified epoxy toughener
Product FormClear, low-viscosity liquid
AppearancePale yellow to colorless, transparent liquid
Primary ApplicationsEpoxy resin toughening for aerospace, electronics, and renewable energy composites
Key FeaturesReactive, halogen-free, low volatility, excellent compatibility with DGEBA and novolac epoxies
BenefitsImproved crack propagation resistance, retained Tg, reduced microcracking, enhanced peel strength
Storage ConditionsStore at 5–30°C in sealed containers; protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Shelf Life12 months from date of manufacture when stored properly


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