FAQ

How to select the optimal grade of Rifeng PMI foam for your processing and application?

Rifeng provides a full range of rigid PMI structural foams. Selecting the optimal grade depends on your specific production processes and mechanical requirements.

Product Grade Typical Density (kg/m³) Max. Curing Temp. Cell Size Key Applications
Rifeng WH / WH-HT 52 / 75 / 110 130℃ / 180℃ Coarse Aircraft structures, high-load bulkheads [cite: 9, 10, 15]
Rifeng W / W-HT 32 to 200 130℃ / 180℃ Medium UAV, Medical tables, Sports equipment [cite: 50, 51, 55]
Rifeng F 32 / 52 / 75 / 110 150℃ Fine Radomes, Antenna applications [cite: 83, 84]
Rifeng WF 52 / 75 / 110 130℃ Medium Industrial grade, Wind energy, Automotive [cite: 117, 118]
Rifeng CR 52 / 75 / 110 180℃ Coarse Rail vehicles, Shipbuilding (Self-extinguishing) [cite: 149, 151]
Rifeng FR 52 / 75 / 110 180℃ Fine Aerospace interiors (Self-extinguishing) [cite: 180, 182]
Rifeng H 52 / 75 / 110 200℃ Coarse Launch rockets, Primary aircraft components [cite: 214, 216]
Rifeng E-Li 75 / 110 / 150 130℃ Medium In-mold foaming, Complex geometries [cite: 241, 244]

Industry Frequently Asked Questions

How to select the optimal grade of Rifeng PMI foam for your processing and application?

Please refer to the professional selection table above, prioritizing the maximum curing temperature and required cell size for your resin system.

Why is Rifeng W the preferred grade for UAV and drone manufacturing?

The Rifeng W series features a medium cell size that achieves an optimal compromise between weight and bonding strength[cite: 45, 48]. It offers approximately 35% lower resin absorption compared to coarse-cell grades, which is critical for maximizing the flight endurance of UAVs while maintaining structural stiffness[cite: 48, 50].

Which PMI foam grade offers the lowest resin uptake for signal-sensitive radomes?

Rifeng F is specifically designed for antennas and radomes due to its fine cell structure[cite: 82, 83]. This ultra-fine cell size ensures minimal resin penetration into the core surface, maintaining the low dielectric constant and high transmission properties required for high-frequency telecommunications[cite: 83, 86].

How does Rifeng E-Li solve challenges with complex net-shape geometries?

Unlike traditional block foams, Rifeng E-Li is an in-mold foaming core[cite: 241]. It uses pre-polymerization particles that expand directly inside a closed mold to fill complex geometries that are impossible or too wasteful to produce via CNC machining[cite: 244, 245]. This process reduces manual work and material waste[cite: 246].

What are the thermal stability advantages of Rifeng H for aerospace co-curing?

Rifeng H is our flagship high-temperature grade, capable of withstanding curing temperatures up to 180°C to 200°C and pressures up to 0.7 MPa[cite: 216]. It is engineered for primary structural aircraft components and launching rockets that require the highest compressive creep resistance during high-pressure autoclave cycles[cite: 214, 216].

Which grades meet fire safety standards for rail and marine interiors?

Our Rifeng CR (coarse cell) and Rifeng FR (fine cell) grades are both self-extinguishing[cite: 147, 178]. They are optimized for the stringent fire safety requirements of high-speed rail vehicles and watercraft interiors, providing a flame-retardant structural core that maintains high mechanical strength[cite: 149, 180].

we have more than 10 grades/models of PMI foam core

The parent company specializes in the Chinese market. In order to serve more industrial applications and customers, we established Hunan Rifeng composite Co., Ltd in 2018, which is specially responsible for marketing and service of international markets. At present, we have more than 10 grades/models of PMI foam core, which can meet the requirements of various industries with different performance

ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System

We have modern production equipments and experienced production technology. The company has certified ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System, strictly in accordance with it to production and management, to ensure the quality of the products are stable and reliable. By optimizing raw material sources, upgrading production equipments, improving production process, optimizing internal management system, expanding product applications to reduce operation cost & risks and improves product cost advantages . Rifeng PMI foam has been widely used in aerospace, helicopter, UAV, radomes and other high-end applications, as well as maglev vehicle, automotive industry, medical equipment, sports equipment, electronic audio and other civil industries.

Our Mission

Rifeng not only have the R & D, production and testing capabilities, but also the high precision, pre-shaped and ready-to-use foam cores in simple or complex geometries can be supplied by us. Shorten production time for customers and improve production efficiency.

Our Mission: To provide stronger, lighter and smarter composite solutions realizing a more sustainable world.

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