3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation TH4320 is engineered specifically for automotive sound absorption in auto applications requiring thin mats. It features an internal PP/PE web, an overall thickness of just 16 mm and a basis weight as low as 260 g/m2 with excellent compressibility and recovery. Membranes on one or both sides of a single scrim protect the fibers and add acoustic performance.
Excellent for Jobs Requiring Durable Thin Material
Part of the TAI family of acoustic absorbers for automotive OEMs, 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation TH4320 is a very low density (15 kg/m3) NVH material for narrow, confined spaces, such as behind instrument panels, in applications where sound and mass reduction are major goals. Its internal web features thick and thin fibers and is designed specifically to absorb vibration and help reduce unwanted noise from traveling throughout vehicles.
Built for Lasting Noise Absorption
The internal web of the product is comprised of a combination of polyester (PE) and polypropylene (PP) fibers. The PP fibers are extremely fine, allowing for high energy absorption without adding weight. The thicker PE fibers add loft, strength and stability to the web. A reinforcing scrim and exterior membranes attached to one or both sides enhance acoustic performance.
Properties of 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation TH4320
This acoustic insulation material has a caliper of 16 mm. Its basis weight with a single exterior membrane is 260 g/m2, and 302 gm/m2 with membranes attached to both sides. Fibers are also protected by a single acoustic scrim which has been surface treated for abrasion resistance.
Compressible and Conformable
Thinsulate Acoustic Insulation TH4320 is designed for excellent compressibility and recovery. It is very thin yet carries a similar density to thicker Thinsulate acoustic insulation products, making it effective for non load bearing surfaces inside automobile cabins. This product is ideal for installation behind instrument panels.
Versatility Built In
Thinsulate Acoustic Insulation TH4320 can be processed by conventional techniques such as die cutting. It attaches easily using ultrasonic welding, hot melt adhesive or mechanical fasteners. Choose Thinsulate Acoustic Insulation TH4320 with an exterior membrane on one side to face the noise source for enhanced acoustic performance, or with membranes on both sides to save tooling and installation costs.
Why Automotive Manufacturers Choose 3M™ Thinsulate™ Acoustic Insulation
The Science Behind How Thinsulate Acoustic Insulation Absorbs Noise
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