Vistex's PFL ≥ Autoclave
A direct comparison of Vistex's PFL process and autoclaving was done with the help of leading composites manufacturers. A peer reviewed journal paper reports that PFL cured components are equivalent to autoclaved parts but with a variety of cost and time saving features.
Vistex's process gets its speed and efficiency from direct conduction heating and direct application of pressure. In fact, not only does the direct contact with the part reduce cycle time and process costs, but the PFL acts as a pressure intensifier, reducing bridging effects, creating more dimensionally uniform parts.
Vistex's PFL ≥ Autoclave
A direct comparison of Vistex's PFL process and autoclaving was done with the help of leading composites manufacturers. A peer reviewed journal paper reports that PFL cured components are equivalent to autoclaved parts but with a variety of cost and time saving features.
Vistex's process gets its speed and efficiency from direct conduction heating and direct application of pressure. In fact, not only does the direct contact with the part reduce cycle time and process costs, but the PFL acts as a pressure intensifier, reducing bridging effects, creating more dimensionally uniform parts.
Vistex's PFL > Autoclave
PFL™ Tooling
Autoclave Quality
Thermoset composites made with the PFL™ have void volumes, fiber volume fraction, strength and stiffness all equivalent or superior to autoclave processed components.
Extremely Rapid Cycle
Vistex shares industry leading cycle times of 10 minutes for snap cure resin systems and is closing in on 2 minutes for thermoplastic composites, enabling new high volume applications.
No Vacuum Bagging
The PFL™ cuts pre-processing cycle time and reduces waste through elimination of wasteful vacuum bagging steps, and provides a vastly superior B-side surface finish.
Less Energy & Less Waste
Conduction based heating drastically reduces process energy consumption and with elimination of bagging materials, there is only minimal process waste.
