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Material and Technology in Motion Regardless of fuel or propulsion system, one statement is consistent in automotive powertrain development: Cut the weight, improve the performance, reduce my overall costs.

DuPont offers the automotive industry thermoplastics, elastomers and innovative materials technology to meet those objectives. Combined with global design and technical expertise honored with dozens of awards for industry firsts and innovative applications, DuPont stands ready to put its materials and technology in motion for you – from concept to commercialization.

Multifunctional car oil pan made from Zytel® increases functionality

Functionality is the distinguishing feature of the oil pan made of Zytel®, providing emissions reductions, design freedom and reliable molding.

 
DuPont™ Zytel® in the first polymer oil pan module for serial-production cars

The polymer oil pan module made of DuPont™ Zytel® used in Daimler's new 4-cylinder diesel engine (OM651), which powers Mercedes-Benz C Class vehicles, promotes weight savings, production efficiency and design freedom.

 

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Innovative coolant valve saves fuel, reduces emissions

Three key parts molded from DuPont™  Zytel®  HTN PPA make major contributions to the reliable functioning and durability of a digital rotary control valve that optimizes automotive powertrain temperatures under different driving conditions.  

 

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Integration of rocker cover and air cleaner cuts costs, saves space

Zytel® nylon replaces multiple metal parts to create an integrated rocker cover and air cleaner.

 

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Thermoplastic oil pan gasket with an integrated windage tray molded from Zytel® nylon

Windage tray eliminates a very labor-intensive, time-consuming assembly step and reduces costs significantly.

 

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