Glass Cloth 25g Plain Weave Ultra Light Woven (950mm)
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Overview
The 25g Plain Weave Ultra Light Woven Glass Cloth is a premium-grade fiberglass material designed for applications requiring high strength with minimal weight. This fabric, woven in a plain weave pattern, is incredibly lightweight at just 25 grams per square meter. Its 950mm width makes it versatile and ideal for large-scale applications where precision and uniformity are essential. The glass cloth’s ultra-thin structure ensures it conforms easily to complex shapes, making it a favorite in industries such as aerospace, marine, and motorsports.
SPECIFICATION
Fabric Specification
| Fibre Specifics | E-Glass | |
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| Weave | 1 x 1 Plain |
Weight and Dimensions
| Thickness | 0.04 | mm |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 950 | mm |
| Consolidated Thickness | 0.04 | mm |
| Areal Weight | 25 | g/m² |
Product Data
| Colour | White | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Woven Fabric | |
| Fibre Type | Glass Fibre | |
| Ends | 22 | cm |
| Picks | 22 | cm |
Compatible With
| Compatible With | Epoxy | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Compatible With | Polyester | Yes |
| Compatible With | Vinylester | Yes |
General Properties
| Gross Weight | 0.025 | kg |
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Features and Benefits
This ultra-light woven glass cloth is known for its excellent mechanical properties. Its plain weave structure provides balanced strength in both the warp and weft directions, ensuring stability and durability. Additionally, the fabric is highly resistant to corrosion, moisture, and UV exposure, making it suitable for harsh environments. Its transparency when laminated with epoxy resins allows for a seamless finish, often used for aesthetic purposes in composite constructions. Moreover, its minimal weight significantly contributes to reducing the overall weight of the final product, without compromising on performance.
Applications
The 25g Plain Weave Ultra Light Woven Glass Cloth is widely used in composite fabrication. It is particularly popular in crafting lightweight yet robust structures such as model aircraft, surfboards, and lightweight paneling. In addition to its use in structural components, this fabric is also ideal for reinforcing surfaces and providing a smooth finish in carbon fiber overlays. Thanks to its ease of handling and compatibility with a range of resins, this woven glass cloth is a go-to material for hobbyists and professionals seeking high-quality results in lightweight composite applications.
Technical Data for 25g Plain Weave Ultra Light Woven Glass Cloth (950mm)
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General Properties:
- Material: E-glass (Electrical-grade fiberglass)
- Weave Type: Plain weave
- Weight: 25 g/m²
- Width: 950 mm
- Thickness: ~0.03 mm (approximate, depending on finish)
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Mechanical Properties:
- Tensile Strength: ~3000 MPa (typical for E-glass)
- Young’s Modulus: ~72 GPa
- Elongation at Break: ~4.8%
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Thermal Properties:
- Service Temperature: -60°C to +200°C
- Glass Transition Temperature (Tg): Dependent on resin used (e.g., epoxy)
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Chemical Properties:
- Corrosion Resistance: Excellent
- Moisture Absorption: Low (<0.1% under standard conditions)
- UV Resistance: High
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Laminating and Resin Compatibility:
- Compatible with polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy resins.
- Produces a clear finish when laminated, ideal for aesthetic applications.
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Applications:
- Aerospace components
- Marine structures
- Lightweight hobbyist models (e.g., RC planes)
- Carbon fiber overlays for reinforcement or finish
These specifications highlight the material's superior lightweight characteristics, making it ideal for applications requiring a combination of strength, flexibility, and reduced mass.