Ultimate UD tape for high-performance products

UD-Automated specializes in thermoplastic UD tape. With our proprietary impregnation technology we deliver thin, high-tensile tapes and custom products—maximizing value in your production process.

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Core capabilities

Direct-melt impregnation

Uniform polymer distribution straight from the extruder no solvents, high line speed, consistent quality.

Thin, high-tensile UD-A tape

Typical ~0.15 mm carbon tapes with high modulus and strength for winding, weaving and laminating.

Versatile polymers & fibres

PP, PE, PA6, PA12 and custom made carbon tapes, plus PP glass tapes; broad processing window and easy handling.

Scalable widths & speed

Designed for 100–1200 mm widths and up to ~20 m/min optimized for low scrap and low total cost.

Process

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    Discovery

    Define targets: fibre/matrix, width, mechanical properties, downstream process and cost.

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    Material fit

    Almost all carbon types; adjustable fibre volume, thickness, and surface finish.

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    Trials & samples

    Produce sample rolls and define processing window (e.g., PA12 tapes require drying at 80 °C for 4–12 h).

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    Integration support

    Recommend temperatures and dwell (e.g., PP-based tapes 190–300 °C; keep exposure minimal).

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    Scale-up

    Designed for 100–600 mm widths and up to ~20 m/min—optimized for low scrap and low total cost.

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Baseline vs UD-Automated

Metric Typical baseline UD-Automated Note
Width capability 50–300 mm 100–600 mm Scalable design
Line speed 3–8 m/min up to ~20 m/min Depends on fibre, matrix, heat input
Changeover 45–60 min 15–25 min Quick-release tooling
Throughput 3–6 m/min Up to ~10 m/min Inline sensors + logs