Battery-Cover Assembly

This 1-piece, compression-molded battery-cover assembly in sheet-molding compound (SMC) covers and seals the battery packs as received and is designed to protect the batteries and maintain a hermetic seal even in the event of a severe crash.  Special low/mid density SMC was developed for this application, saving an estimated 1.13 kg vs. standard SMC.  The part also features installed hardware seals, a reflective foil covering, and 73 openings to fasten the cover to the battery tray on this electric vehicle.

OEM/Vehicle General Motors Co. 2011 Chevrolet Volt System Supplier GM Brownstown Material Processor Continental Structural Plastics

Material Supplier Continental Structural Plastics Resin Low/Med. Density SMC Tooling/Equipment Supplier Century Tool & Gage

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