Product Description
Altex 400 Aramid Fiber Blend Welding Fabric
Altex 400 is a woven lightweight fabric of an Aramid fiber blend over a fiberglass core yarn. Altex 400 is UV sensitive, resistant to reflective heat sources, and has good solvent and chemical resistance. With an excellent abrasion resistance rating, this fabric offers good thermal protection for safety garments.
Specifications
| Fabric | Fiberglass |
| Finish | Woven Aramid Fiber Blend |
| Weave | Plain |
| Color | Yellow |
| Width | 40 inches |
Available Weights
| Weight | Thickness | Construction | Warp Strength | Fill Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 oz | 0.027" | 20x17/in² | 125 lbs/in | 120 lbs/in |
| 17 oz | 0.057" | 20x10.5/in² | 282 lbs/in | 130 lbs/in |
| 30 oz | 0.110" | 31x14/in² | 370 lbs/in | 230 lbs/in |
Thermal Properties
| Property | 8 oz | 17 oz | 30 oz |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Factor (BTU/inch/hr/sq ft/°F) | 0.360 | 0.441 | n/a |
| C Factor (BTU/inch/hr/sq ft/°F) | 12.00 | 8.700 | n/a |
| R Factor (BTU/inch/hr/sq ft/°F) | 0.083 | 0.115 | n/a |
Applications
- Safety clothing and garments
- Welding curtains
- Heat shields
- Filtration cloth
- Rubberized hose reinforcement
Key Features
- Aramid fiber blend over fiberglass core for superior strength
- Excellent abrasion resistance
- Good solvent and chemical resistance
- UV sensitive — resistant to reflective heat sources
- Lightweight yet durable
- Available in 3 weights: 8 oz, 17 oz, and 30 oz
- Available by the yard or by the roll (50 yards)
Made in USA | Flame Retardant Fabric
