Property |
Units |
Typical Values |
Denier |
g/9000m |
0.8, 1.5, 3.0, 5.0, 15 |
Cut Length |
mm |
0.5 - 25 (precision cut) |
Crimp |
per cm |
0 (except 15 denier) |
Specific Gravity |
|
1.17 |
Tensile Strength |
ksi |
130 - 50 |
Tenacity |
g/den |
2.5 - 3.2 |
Modulus |
msi |
0.70 - 0.85 |
Elongation at Break |
% |
25 - 40 |
Moisture Regain (23°C, 65%RH) |
% |
1.0 - 1.5 |
Shrinkage at 180°C |
% |
10 - 15 |
Sticking Temperature |
°C |
220 - 230 |
Melting Temperature |
°C |
Does not melt |
Resistance to mildew, aging, sunlight |
|
Excellent |
Effect of acids and alkalis |
|
Degrades in strong alkalis |