Although both SMC and FRP are composite materials widely used in industry, they are actually quite distinct. What are their main differences? This article breaks it down in four simple parts: their composition, manufacturing processes, typical uses, and cost differences.
1.Composition:
SMC: Sheet Molding Compound is a premixed dry molding compound made of unsaturated polyester resin, chopped glass fiber, and filler through impregnation and compaction into sheet material.
FRP: Fiber Reinfo...