Reinforcements

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Overview

Reinforcements for Composite systems can be any long fibre that has tensile properties superior to that of the resin matrix.

The most common is that of Fibreglass, however many others also exist such as Natural fibres (ell Jute, sisal) also
Carbon Fibres, Nylons, Kevlars (Aramid) and even metal fibres. Mostly Glassfibres will be discussed..
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Information

Duroplastic supplies a wide range of glass fibres .
  • Chopped fibres (12 , 16 or 24mm)
  • Yarns for weaving
  • Rovings (Chopper Gun , Filament winding or pultrusion)
  • Woven Roving (450 & 600gmlm2)
  • Glass cloths (195 & 300gm/m2)
  • Stitched cloths (Quads, triax ) For marine and other uses.
  • Resin Infusion fabrics
  • Scrims (80 , 140 & 160 gm/m2) used for mosaic backing,
  • Grinding disc reinforcement and cement/tennis court

Duroplastic's stocks or can source
  • Carbon Fibres ( Plain . Twill )
  • Kevlar or Carbon Kevlar Fabrics
  • S Gjass
  • Dyneema or Spectra Fabrics


Contact your nearest Branch for details


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