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Description
Description
Our Premium Glass Fibre Square Tubes are pultruded in a polyester matrix to BS EN 13706 specifications. The fibreglass layup consists of multi-layered cross-ply glass fibre fabrics, providing enhanced across-axis strength for outstanding mechanical properties.
These glass fibre tubes offer numerous benefits, including a lightweight construction and a high strength-to-weight ratio, ensuring reliable performance even under heavy loads. Their versatility and ease of handling make them a practical, cost-effective choice for a wide range of structural applications, while their resistance to corrosion makes them ideal for use in demanding environments. They can be easily machined and cut to size, allowing for customization to meet the unique requirements of your project.
With high performance and durability, combined with ease of handling and installation, these glass fibre tubes are an ideal solution for various applications.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Material | Glass Fibre |
| Shape | Square Tube |
| Colour | Grey |
| Density (g/cm³) | 1.8 |
| Water absorption (%) | 0.5-2 |
| Construction | Pultrusion |
| Resin Matrix | Polyester |
| Fibre Orientation | Crossdirectional |
| CLTE (10⁻⁶K⁻¹) | 7.2 |
| Barcol hardness | 40-70 |
| Tensile strength (MPa) | 500 |
| Flexural strength (MPa) | Up to 13.8 mm dia: 650 |
| Over 13.8 mm dia | 450 |
| Compressive strength (MPa) | Up to 13.8mm dia: 190 |
| Over 13.8mm dia | 150 |
| Tensile modulus (MPa) | 2.7 x 10⁴ |
| Flexural modulus (MPa) | Up to 13.8mm dia: 3.0 x 10⁴ |
| Over 13.8mm dia | 2.4 x 10⁴ |
| Heat distortion temp (°C) | 125-145 |
| Dielectric strength (kV/mm) | 25 |
| Surface resistivity (Ω) | 10¹⁰-10¹⁵ |
| Volume resistivity (Ω) | 10¹⁵ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the advantages of using glass fibre tubes? Glass fibre tubes are lightweight, have a high strength-to-weight ratio, and resist corrosion, making them suitable for various applications.
- Can the tubes be customized? Yes, glass fibre tubes can be easily machined and cut to size for customization based on project needs.
- What industries can benefit from using these tubes? Industries such as construction, manufacturing, and marine applications can greatly benefit from the use of glass fibre tubes.