Glass fabric 160 g/m² (twill weave), width 100 cm
USA: width 39.37", weight 4.8 oz/yd²
Fine glass fiber fabric in twill weave with excellent drapability – ideal for high-quality hand laminates and transparent composite parts.
This 160 g/m² glass fabric features a twill weave, providing superior drapability compared to plain weave fabrics. It conforms easily to curved and complex shapes, making it well suited for a wide range of composite applications. The modified silane finish ensures excellent compatibility with epoxy and polyester resin systems.
Key Features & Benefits
- Areal weight: 160 g/m² (approx. 4.8 oz/yd²)
- Weave: Twill – very good drapability
- Width: 100 cm
- Yarn: EC 9-66 (warp & weft)
- Thread count:
- Warp: 12.0 threads/cm
- Weft: 11.5 threads/cm
- Finish: Modified silane
- Appearance: Good transparency after impregnation
- Processing: Excellent wet-out and uniform resin distribution
Typical Applications
- Model making and mould construction
- Sports and leisure components
- Surface and cover plies for visible laminates
- General composite applications with moderate mechanical requirements
Laminate Data (Hand Lay-Up, approx. 35% fiber volume content)
- Resin consumption: approx. 125 g/m²
- Laminate thickness: approx. 0.179 mm
- Laminate weight: approx. 285 g/m²
These values provide practical reference data and may vary depending on resin system, processing method, and fiber volume fraction.
Processing Notes
This glass fabric is well suited for hand lay-up, vacuum bagging, and light infusion processes. The twill weave allows easy handling and wrinkle-free draping, even on complex geometries.