GPETG UD Tapes is a composite material of continuous glass fiber and PETG (Polyethylene terephthalate glycol) resin. It is safe, environmentally friendly and recyclable.
- Resin: PETG (Polyethylene terephthalate glycol).
- Fiber: Continuous glass fiber.
Description
What is UD Tape?
UD tapes (unidirectional prepreg tapes) are composite materials used to create lightweight, high-strength structures. They consist of fiber reinforcements (such as carbon fiber or fiberglass) pre-impregnated with a matrix material (usually resin). The fibers are aligned in a single direction to maximize strength in a specific direction. Prepreg tapes can be laid in specific directions to produce composite structures with specific mechanical properties. Unidirectional prepreg tapes are valued for their strength, toughness, and lightweight, making them ideal for high-performance applications.
Product Features
- High strength and high stiffness: Unidirectional fiber reinforced materials provide excellent mechanical properties and can withstand high strength and high stiffness requirements.
- Excellent thermoplasticity: The thermoplastic polymer matrix allows the material to be shaped and processed after heating and solidifies after cooling, making it reproducible.
- Lightweight: Compared with traditional metal materials, thermoplastic unidirectional tape has a lower density, which can significantly reduce the weight of the structure.
- Corrosion resistance: Thermoplastic composite materials have good corrosion resistance and are not susceptible to chemical attack.
- Design flexibility: It can be designed and processed according to specific application needs, adapting to different shapes and structures.
- Environmental protection: Thermoplastic polymers can be recycled and reused, meeting the requirements of environmental protection and sustainable development.
Specifications
Items | Standards | Condition | Unit | Value |
Density | / | 23℃ | g/m3 | 1.79 |
Glass Fiber Content | / | 23℃ | %wt | 55 |
Tape Thickness | / | 23℃ | mm | 0.3 |
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength | ISO 527-5/ Tape | 10mm/min | MPa | 700 |
Flexural Strength | ISO 14125 | 2 mm/min | MPa | 885 |
Flexural Modulus | ISO 14125 | 2 mm/min | GPa | 31 |
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