Airbag containers in Akulon®: More security, closer tolerances

Secondary Restraint Systems (Airbags) are safety critical components. They are required to be extremely reliable with very high production capability, operating exactly as intended when required under all conditions over the life of the vehicle. And there should be no risk of harm to vehicle occupants from the way they work.

Plastic containers and retainers for airbag systems deliver:

• Lower system costs through parts integration
• Reduced weight compared to metal retainers
• Tighter tolerances, hence safer parts, than with metals due to single molded part component
• Deployment enhancements due to design flexibility

Akulon® PA6 is the first choice for tough performance conditions where others fail

• Splinter free behavior at low temperatures under high speed deformation conditions
• Stiffness and strength to cope with high temperature conditions without failure
• Consistently delivers zero failures during deployment testing and qualification
• Supported by technical expertise to ensure right-first-time designs

DSM supports safety systems manufacturers with special materials testing to ensure the most reliable components. Combined with Akulon®’s outstanding performance profile, this represents the highest quality and reliability available to manufacturers.

Automotive expertise areas

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Air Fuel
Engines
Powertrain
Gears
Interior Components
• Airbag containers
• Airbag covers
• Panels and IP's
• Pedals and brackets
Exterior Trim
Lighting
Auto E&E
Brake systems

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Airbag deployment conditions are more severe

Materials with identical property profiles based on standard laboratory testing, perform very differently under airbag testing conditions.

The forces generated in a few milliseconds create severe stresses that slower lab testing does not simulate.

DSM has developed special tests to routinely evaluate materials in this crucial respect.

View airbag applications in the applications database

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