Aerospace: Syensqo qualifies epoxy prepreg in NCAMP database

Advanced materials specialist Syensqo has succeeded in having its patented CYCOM EP2190 epoxy prepreg officially included in the NCAMP (National Centre for Advanced Materials Performance) database. This inclusion represents a strategic step forward in the development and qualification of composite materials for use in aeronautics.

Created under the auspices of the American Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and hosted by the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University, the NCAMP programme aims to standardise and accelerate the qualification of composite materials used in aeronautical structures.
It centralises performance data, test reports and process specifications, thus ensuring the traceability and statistical reliability of certified materials. The inclusion of a material in the NCAMP database is equivalent to official recognition of its compliance with international aeronautical standards, facilitating its adoption by OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and tier-one suppliers.

“Having CYCOM EP2190 in the NCAMP database allows our customers to efficiently adopt this high-performance material and rapidly move into the design phase of their programs,” said Greg Kelly, Director of Product and Asset Management at Syensqo Composites.

A material for primary structures

CYCOM EP2190 is a high-performance thermoset epoxy prepreg specifically designed for primary structures in commercial, defence and advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft. This material offers increased mechanical strength while maintaining excellent compression properties, an essential balance for demanding structural applications. The NCAMP-validated data sets cover EP2190 unidirectional tape on Teijin IMS65 intermediate modulus fibre and EP2190 plain weave fabric on Syensqo Thornel T650 standard modulus fibre. CYCOM EP2190 is currently produced at the Syensqo plant in Wrexham, UK. In response to growing demand, the company plans to expand production in North America to better meet the needs of global aerospace players and secure supply chains.