Unidirectional Fabrics

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Overview of Unidirectional Fabrics
Unidirectional fabrics, primarily used in the wind energy sector and increasingly in automotive applications, are made from carbon fibers aligned in a single direction. These fabrics are available in various weights and stabilizing methods, including stitching and thermoplastic bonding.

Product Specifications

Low crimp and lightweight construction from heavy tow fiber.
All modulus types can be processed, ensuring high stability.
Suitable for parts with long aspect ratios.
Area weights range from 200 to 1,000gsm.
Widths available from 100 to 2,540mm.
Bonding styles include stitched or thermoplastic bonded.
Yarn options range from 3K to 50K in standard, intermediate, and high modulus.
Roll sizes vary from 50 to 300LM.

Global Presence
Sigmatex operates globally with facilities in the USA, UK, and China, providing a wide range of conversion technologies and proprietary manufacturing processes. The company emphasizes a collaborative approach to meet customer needs and ensure high-quality assurance.

Contact Information

Sigmatex Europe: Runcorn, UK - T: +44 (0)1928 570050
Sigmatex Americas: South Carolina, USA - T: +1 803 828 7886
Sigmatex Asia: Shanghai, China - T: +86 21 6735 5986

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Unidirectional Fabrics www.sigmatex.co.uk Product overview Utilising carbon fibers in just a single direction, unidirectional fabrics are produced in a wide range of weights with a variety of stabilising methods such as stitching, thermoplastic and scaffolding yarns. This technology is mainly used in the wind energy sector but is also increasingly being used in automotive applications. Product attributes Low crimp Area weights: Lightweight fabric construction from heavy tow fiber Bonding styles: stitched or thermoplastic bonded Yarn options: 3K to 50K in standard, intermediate and high modulus Roll sizes: All modulus can be processed Fabrics highly stable Suitable for long aspect ratio parts

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Global coverage Sigmatex Americas Sigmatex Europe Sigmatex Asia Shanghai, China Sigmatex Americas Sigmatex Europe Sigmatex Asia Sigmatex (Americas) Limited 1 Sigmatex Drive, Cameron, South Carolina, 29142. Sigmatex (UK) Limited Manor Farm Road, Manor Park, Norton, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 1TE. Sigmatex (Shanghai) Limited Building Number 1, 65 Huan Dong Yi Lu, Fengjing Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai. United Kingdom Designed for performance Established in 1986, Sigmatex is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of carbon fiber textiles for the Advanced Materials sector. By working...

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