50g Unidirectionele vlasvezelband (400mm)

This ultra-lightweight 50g tape is the lightest of all our flax reinforcements and at just 50gsm is best used as a thin surface ply to give a natural aesthetic to more substantial reinforcements.

Being made from 100% UD fibres, with no cross weaving, the UD flax tapes have a continuous, unidirectional grain-like appearance, very similar to that of wood grain.

Over vlasvezel

Vlasvezel is een milieuvriendelijk en duurzaam alternatief voor traditionele composietversterkingen zoals glasvezel.

Hoewel vlasvezel over het algemeen minder sterk en stijf is dan versterkingen zoals glasvezel, biedt het bijzondere voordelen op het gebied van trillingsdemping en geluidsabsorptie, samen met adequate mechanische eigenschappen en een natuurlijke esthetiek die de milieuverdiensten aanvullen.

Hoe te verwerken

Flax fibre can be processed in a similar way to most dry composite reinforcements including glass or carbon fibre reinforcement and is suitable for use with a wide variety of resins such as epoxy, vinylester and polyester resin, including more sustainable or environmentally friendly synthetic and bio-based systems. Flax reinforcement can be used on its own or in conjunction with other types of reinforcement, including glass or carbon, to achieve the desired properties or appearance.

Dry flax fibre can be laminated using a range processes including hand layup, vacuum bagged hand layup, resin transfer moulding (RTM), resin infusion and matched tool/press moulding however the 100% unidirectional construction of this material does result a very dense reinforcement which may infuse considerably more slowly than its woven counterparts.

Typisch gebruik

Flax reinforcement is most typically used in applications with a focus on environmental sustainability, in particular products like canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, furniture, and leisure products designed for environmentally conscious consumers. When used without a coloured paint or gelcoat, flax fibre has a low-key, natural appearance, perfectly in keeping with homes, workspaces and lifestyles of this growing market.

Flax fibre is also used in mass-market applications for its vibration absorption properties including in skis, snowboards and skateboards to create equipment with a dampened feedback.

• Kano's, kajaks en paddleboards
• Ski's, snowboards, skateboards
• Dingshies, jachten
• Meubilair, architectonisch lijstwerk en panelen
• Dashboards, car interior pieces

Bioharsen

To support our range of natural fibres, Easy Composites has sourced a range of bio epoxy resins which use plant derived content from sustainable sources to lower environmental impact without compromising on performance. They are an ideal match for use with these flax fibres. We have our LB2 bio derived epoxy laminating resin which you can find here: LB2 Epoxy Laminating Bio Resin and our IB2 Infusion grade epoxy resin here: IB2 Epoxy Infusion Bio Resin.

Kopen

This 50g unidirectional reinforcement is 400m (~16") wide and the fabric is sold by the linear metre. Simply enter the qty according to the number of linear metres you want to buy; the fabric will be supplied in one continuous length.

De getoonde eenheidsprijs is voor 1 strekkende meter, maar voor grotere hoeveelheden stof gelden automatisch kwantumkortingen.

Please note: When ordering quantities of less than 5m, the flax will be supplied carefully folded and bagged. Flax is a flexible and resilient material and is not damaged by folding in this way but if you want to ensure the material is supplied on a roll, please order a minimum of 5m.

Opslag

Flax fibre should be stored in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Flax fibre can absorb moisture from the atmosphere so drying may be required before use, especially if exposed to excessive humidity.

Over Eco-Technilin

Met 20 jaar ervaring is het in Frankrijk gevestigde Eco-Technilin Europees marktleider op het gebied van technisch gebruik van natuurlijke vezels. Easy Composites is er trots op de exclusieve Britse distributeur van Eco-Technilin te zijn en hen te ondersteunen in hun doel om milieuvriendelijke technische materialen zo betaalbaar en toegankelijk mogelijk te maken.