Fiberglass - a material made on the basis of fiberglass or fiberglass, has good strength characteristics, is resistant to external factors. It is because of its characteristics that the material has found wide application in various industries.
Instructions
Step 1
Fiberglass fabrics are produced from parallel bundled fiberglass or from glass filaments. The latter are made, as a rule, of type "E" glass, in which the content of aluminum oxide ranges from 12 to 15%.
Step 2
The material in question has unique properties:
- resistant to fire, corrosion and chemical factors;
- able to withstand large temperature drops: from -200 to + 550 ° C;
- durable to use;
- is an environmentally friendly material with high resistance to decomposition.
Step 3
All fiberglass fabrics are classified according to the thickness of the threads, as well as the type of weaving. In accordance with the latest classification, linen, satin, twill and multiaxial glass fabrics are distinguished.
Step 4
Satin glass fabrics differ from other types in greater elasticity and rather low density. Both of these factors make it possible to use satin glass fabric for the manufacture of products of complex shapes.
Step 5
The twill weave differs in that the overlap of the threads is at an angle of 45 degrees. This makes the finished product appear scarred. Twill fabrics are denser than satin fabrics, therefore they are used where it is required to create a more or less even surface.
Step 6
In multiaxial glass fabrics, fibers can go in 3 or more directions.
Step 7
But the plain weave fiberglass fabrics have the highest density. Often this material is also called glass horn. The weave of threads in it goes at an angle of 90 degrees in one direction. Strength characteristics also determine the scope of application of this material - reinforcement of heavily loaded sections of plastic of a simple shape.
Step 8
Fiberglass reaches the consumer in rolls, but can be cut into separate elements.
Step 9
Fiberglass fabrics are used in many industries: for the manufacture of fiberglass, as a reinforcing element, in mechanical engineering and shipbuilding, in the production of goods for recreation and sports. Fiberglass is actively used in design and construction. But these are far from all areas of use of glass fabric.
Step 10
Manufacturers recommend storing the material in a dry room with a low temperature. The relative humidity in the warehouse should be maintained at 75% and the temperature should not exceed 35 ° C. Transportation of fiberglass to the place of use must be carried out in sealed original packaging.
