Sound absorption

Evolon® sound absorption layer for automotive applications

  • Mobility & Transport
  • Interiors
  • Evolon

Effective noise reduction for a more comfortable driving experience

Evolon®
Sound absorption layer for car interiors

To achieve optimal acoustics and driving comfort, modern cars need effective noise reduction. Acoustic composites based on Evolon® technology are ideal for this. They help to:

  • reduce weight and thus reduce fuel consumption
  • improve acoustic performance
  • boost processing efficiency.

Evolon® technology is used in various automotive acoustic applications – from interior cladding for dashboards and use in engine compartments to noise-reducing nonwoven mats.

Evolon® microfilaments with optimal airflow resistance for sound absorption

Key Features

  • Ideal porosity and density
  • Minimum thickness thanks to its high-performance microfilament structure
  • Ultra-lightweight, contributing to overall vehicle weight reduction
  • Flexible processing options: can be converted, sewn, or thermo-molded
  • Optional functional treatments, such as polyethylene (PE) adhesive backing, flame-retardancy, and oleophobic or hydrophobic finishes
  • Available widths: up to 2.2 m

Key Benefits

  • Optimum sound absorption between 800 and 4000 Hz: the nonwoven is specifically engineered to target the frequency range most relevant for automotive noise, such as engine, road, and wind sounds – providing noticeable improvements in cabin acoustics and passenger comfort.
  • Optimal and customizable air flow resistance from 150 to 3000 Rayls: the material can be fine-tuned to meet specific acoustic requirements, ensuring an ideal balance between sound absorption and breathability across a range of vehicle applications.

Sound absorption with Evolon® microfilament technology

Evolon® microfilaments are up to 100 times thinner than a human hair and provide outstanding noise absorption.

The tightly entangled multi-directional microfilaments create millions of “micro” air channels, enabling the optimum air permeability required to absorb sound energy.