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Subsea Buoyancy Syntactic Foam
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Subsea solid buoyancy material (syntactic foam) is a lightweight composite formed by embedding hollow microspheres in polymer matrices. These low-density (0.35-0.7g/cm³), high-strength (1-100MPa) materials feature minimal water absorption (<1%) and corrosion resistance, serving as essential counterweights for underwater equipment. Their applications enable deeper dives, increased payload capacity, and stable operation in deep-sea environments, making them crucial for subsea technology.
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Subsea buoyancy foams are high-performance deep-sea composite syntactic materials specifically engineered for extreme deep-sea environments. They feature lightweight design, high strength, corrosion resistance, and ultra-high pressure resistance (capable of withstanding pressures at depths exceeding 10,000 meters). These subsea buoyancy composites are typically fabricated by lightweight fillers like hollow glass microspheres to reduce density, often combining reinforcing fibers (e.g., carbon fiber, glass fiber) with polymer matrices (e.g., polyurethane, epoxy resin). Subsea buoyancy foams are widely used in deep-sea equipment. They serve critical roles in manned submersibles, buoyancy modules for ROVs/AUVs, subsea oil and gas pipelines, and deep-sea mining systems. By minimizing structural weight and enhancing durability, these syntactic foams significantly extend operational lifespans and improve energy efficiency. As deep-sea resource exploration advances, deep-sea composites are indispensable for enabling cutting-edge technologies and driving sustainable development in ocean engineering.
We have two kinds standard syntactic foam block 320x320x100mm and 500x500x100mm. Compressive strength and compression modulus ASTM D695-15 axial loading test.
Density range of 0.3-0.7g/cm³ provides exceptional lifting capacity.
Water absorption rate is not more than 1%.
High compressive strength with <5% deformation at maximum rated water depth.
Withstands extreme depths up to 7000m without structural failure.
20+ year lifespan with minimal annual buoyancy loss (<0.1%).
Modular designs allow shape/size adaptation for specific project needs.
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