3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation SM200L absorbs sounds to provide superior acoustic control in vehicles. Automotive acoustic insulation can be used for a variety of sound management applications. Our Thinsulate acoustic insulation has extremely efficient sound absorption properties, allowing OEMs to use only what they need to make a difference in sound abatement.
Absorbs Noise So That Passengers Ride in Comfort
To make the ride in vehicles more comfortable for passengers, 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation SM200L absorbs noise so that it is quieter in the interior of vehicles. This automotive acoustic insulation is made from a unique combination of fine microfibers that absorb high frequency noise and thicker fibers that provide recovery and loft. It is compressible, lightweight, conformable and can be easily die cut, heat sealed and thermally or sonically bonded to many substrates.
How Thinsulate Acoustic Insulation Works
Our insulation is a unique non woven acoustic absorber composed of polyester and polypropylene fibers. The polypropylene fibers are extremely fine, producing a high energy absorption characteristic with low weight. The polyester fibers are added to strengthen the web, while the scrim protects and contains the fibers.
Application Recommendations
Our SM series of automotive sound insulation is recommended for instrument panels, parcel trays, pillars, trunk liners and wheel wells. Depending on application requirements, 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation SM200L may be evaluated for use in the carpet/dashmat, door panels, headliners and other variable cavity applications. To determine suitability, consult your 3M Acoustic Solutions Technical Service Engineer.
Reasons Why Automotive Manufacturers Choose 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation
Properties for 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation SM200L
This acoustic insulation material has a caliper of 13 mm and a basis weight of 242 gm/m2. Fibers are contained in a single black scrim.
What is Automotive NVH?
In the professional world of sound management for vehicles, the study of Noise, Vibration and Harshness (often referred to as NVH) focuses on the effects and mitigation of noise as it relates to car cabin noise levels. Noise and vibration are easily measured, while harshness is a more qualitative feature determined by human impressions.
Sources of Noise Needing Acoustic Absorption
Noises can be transmitted by either air or structure. Airb