Aurora Material Solutions delivers high-performance engineering plastics & PVC compounds designed to meet the rigorous demands of aerospace applications. Our materials provide exceptional strength, impact resistance, and lightweight performance while maintaining resistance to extreme temperatures, UV exposure, and chemical degradation.
Aerospace manufacturers are increasingly shifting from traditional metals to advanced polymers and composites to achieve better performance, reduced weight, and improved safety. The right material choice directly impacts fuel efficiency, passenger safety, and regulatory compliance. Our AuroraGuard™ and AuroraFlex™ product lines offer the flame-retardant, heat-resistant, and impact-resistant properties essential for aircraft interiors, structural components, and specialized aerospace systems.
Our AuroraGuard™ PEI (polyetherimide) compounds provide exceptional strength-to-weight ratios while meeting the demanding performance requirements of aircraft cabin environments. These materials can be used in seating components, cabin wall panels, flooring systems, overhead bins, and galley equipment.
AuroraGuard™ TPE compounds offer the flexibility and durability needed for seals, gaskets, and cushioning applications throughout the aircraft interior. Their excellent resilience and recovery properties make them ideal for components that experience repeated compression and flexing during flight operations.
Our AuroraGuard™ PEI compounds are inherently flame resistant with excellent mechanical strength and high resistance to elevated temperatures and solvents. These materials provide continuous use capability up to 340°F (170°C).
Common applications include insulation materials, wire and cable protection, cockpit enclosures, and any component where low smoke and toxicity emissions are critical. Our low-smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) options provide additional safety margins for enclosed cabin spaces.
AuroraGuard™ PEI can be used in manufacturing structural components such as ducts, brackets, and housings that are lightweight, strong, and able to withstand high temperatures.
Our materials are also suitable for additive manufacturing processes such as Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), enabling the production of complex shapes and parts with high accuracy and excellent mechanical properties for aerospace applications.
Available from 35A to 95A Shore A durometer, these materials offer the flexibility, durability, and chemical resistance required for demanding aerospace environments.
AuroraFlex™ SBS and SEBS compounds utilize multiple TPE/TPR chemistries to deliver high-performance properties with excellent processing characteristics. Most formulations are 100% recyclable and RoHS compliant, supporting aerospace manufacturers’ sustainability initiatives.
Every aerospace application has unique requirements. Aurora Material Solutions works directly with aerospace manufacturers to engineer, test, and deliver custom compound formulations tailored to specific performance needs. We are a trusted partner for aerospace and defense manufacturers requiring reliable, high-performance polymer compounds. Our expertise in formulating materials for demanding applications sets us apart!
What are the best plastics for aerospace applications?
The best plastics for aerospace depend on the specific application. For high-temperature structural components, AuroraGuard™ PEI compounds offer exceptional heat resistance up to 340°F (170°C), inherent flame resistance, and excellent mechanical strength. For seals, gaskets, and flexible components, AuroraFlex™ TPE and flexible PVC compounds provide durability and chemical resistance. Our technical team can help identify the optimal material based on your temperature, weight, and regulatory requirements.
Why are polymers used in aerospace manufacturing?
Polymers offer several advantages over traditional metals in aerospace: significant weight reduction for improved fuel efficiency, excellent corrosion and chemical resistance, design flexibility for complex shapes, reduced manufacturing costs, and the ability to meet stringent fire safety requirements. Modern aerospace-grade polymers can match or exceed metal performance in many applications while providing substantial weight savings.
What fire safety standards do your aerospace materials meet?
Our AuroraGuard™ PEI compounds are inherently flame resistant and designed to meet FAA fire safety standards including FAR 25.853 requirements for aircraft interior materials. We offer low-smoke, zero-halogen (LSZH) formulations for applications where smoke toxicity is a critical concern. Our materials can be tested and certified to meet specific aerospace fire safety requirements for your program.
Do you provide custom aerospace plastic formulations?
Yes! Aurora Material Solutions specializes in custom-engineered formulations for unique aerospace requirements. Our R&D team works directly with aerospace manufacturers to develop compounds with specific properties including custom color matching, UV stability, anti-static properties, enhanced chemical resistance, and optimized processing characteristics. We can tailor materials for specific OEM specifications and certification requirements.
What is the temperature range for your aerospace materials?
Our aerospace materials cover a wide temperature range. AuroraGuard™ PEI compounds provide continuous use capability up to 340°F (170°C) with excellent thermal stability. AuroraFlex™ flexible compounds are available with improved low-temperature tolerance for applications exposed to cold environments. We can recommend the optimal material based on your specific temperature exposure requirements.
Finding the right thermoplastic compound starts with understanding your unique application requirements. Aurora’s technical sales team is ready to help you identify the ideal flexible ETP or engineering plastic solution; custom formulated to your performance specifications, processing needs, and industry standards. Reach out today to start the conversation.