Background

A continuous multi-filament yarn similar to those made wholly from alumina, relative to which it has a lower upper-use temperature but is more flexible. Similarly, it is used for composites and thermal insulation.

Key Properties

Physical Properties Density ( g.cm-3 ) 3.1 Thermal Properties Upper continuous use temperature ( °C ) 1600 Properties Alumina/Silica Fibre Property Value Density g.cm-3 3.1 Tenacity GPa 1.6