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Reaction Injection Molded DCPD Air Deflector for the Heavy Truck Industry

Reaction Injection Molded DCPD Air Deflector for the Heavy Truck Industry
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A client from the heavy truck industry contracted Romeo RIM, Inc. to reaction injection mold (RIM) a DCPD air deflector. To begin this process, we first worked closely with our customer on the design of this product. Meeting a ± 3mm tolerance, we then used our 300-ton press to fabricate a 9'x8'x4' part. Once we completed the RIM process, the air deflector was placed on a dual head fixture, where we were able to check all part dimensions before mounting holes were drilled.

The customer wanted their air deflector to be constructed from a lighter material that would reduce the part's weight over previously existing deflector models, while maintaining the unit's superior impact performance. We chose to build the deflector from DCPD, which provided a 30% weight savings over previously used material. DCPD is a unique substance that allows customers to design lightweight and durable large parts.

The air deflector also possessed a unique design, which increased overall aerodynamics to improve fuel economy. In addition, the air deflector contained a "B" side geometry, which endowed the unit with additional strength in specific regions. After this part was manufactured, the deflector was primed and shipped to a final location for assembly and top coat painting. Our services on this project satisfied our client's expectations for quality design and workmanship.

DCPD Air Deflector Specifications

Product DescriptionThis DCPD Air Deflector is used within a Heavy Truck application
 
Capabilities Applied/Processes
Design
  • Design work was performed in conjunction with the customer
Reaction Injection Molding (RIM)
Trimming		Drilling
Drill Mounting Holes
Surface Prep
Priming
 
Equipment Used to Manufacture Part10' x 12' - 300 ton press
 
Overall Part Dimensions
Length: 9'
Width: 8'
Height: 4'		Thickness: .125"
Surface Area: 10,000 in2
 
Tightest TolerancesLength: ±3mm
 
Material UsedDicyclopentadiene (DCPD)
 
Material FinishPaint Primer
 
Features & Benefits
DCPD Provided a 30% Weight Savings over the Current Material
Superior Design
  • Improved Overall Aerodynamics
  • Improved Fuel Economy
  • Impact Resistance
Contains "B" Side Geometry
  • Provides Additional Strength in Specific Regions
 
In process testing/inspection performedComponent Placed on Dual Head Fixture
  • Checks Part Dimensionally Before Mounting Holes are Drilled
 
Estimated Part Weight80 lbs
 
Industry for UseHeavy Truck
 
Standards MetCustomer supplied print
Product NameReaction Injection Molded Air Deflector

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