Phenolic Fiberglass Sheets

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Phenolic Fiberglass Sheets

Phenolic fiberglass sheet is a novel composite material produced through a specialized process, utilizing phenolic resin as the matrix and glass fibers as the reinforcing material. Phenolic resin is a common synthetic resin primarily composed of phenols and aldehydes. It possesses excellent properties such as abrasion resistance, thermal stability, electrical insulation, and chemical stability. When combined with glass fiber, phenolic resin forms a composite material that combines the superior flame retardancy and heat resistance of the resin with the high strength and high modulus of the glass fiber. It is widely utilized across various fields, including industry, construction, and electrical engineering.

Product Features

  • High Strength and Rigidity

Through the addition of glass fiber reinforcement, the composite material exhibits excellent mechanical properties.

  • Heat Resistance

Phenolic resin possesses excellent high-temperature resistance, enabling the composite material to function effectively in high-temperature environments.

  • Corrosion Resistance

The composite material demonstrates good resistance to corrosion by a wide range of chemical substances.

  • Electrical Insulation

The composite material features excellent electrical insulation properties, making it suitable for applications in the electrical and electronics sectors.

Material Composition

  • Base Resin: Phenolic Resin (Thermosetting resin; provides bonding, heat resistance, and flame retardancy).
  • Reinforcement: Glass Fiber (Continuous fibers, chopped fibers, or glass cloth; provides strength and rigidity).
  • Additives: Curing agents, accelerators, flame retardants, coupling agents, etc. (Optimize processing and performance).

Typical Specifications (Customizable)

ItemSpecification
Thickness0.7mm – 5.0mm
SizeCoil: 50m – 200m.
Sheet: 1220mm x 2440mm or customized.
Surface FinishSmooth / Anti-slip
ShapeFlat / Corrugated
Flame Retardancy RatingB1 / Class A

Basic Physical Properties

ItemSpecification RangeTest Standard
Density1.4 – 1.9 g/cm³ASTM D792
Tensile Strength80 – 200 MPaASTM D638
Flexural Strength120 – 250 MPaASTM D790
Compressive Strength100 – 300 MPaASTM D695
Impact Strength (Charpy)8 – 20 kJ/m²ISO 179
Elastic Modulus5 – 15 GPaASTM D638
Water Absorption≤ 1.0 – 2.0%ASTM D570

Thermophysical Properties

ItemSpecification RangeTest Standard
Heat Deflection Temperature (HDT)120 – 180 ℃ASTM D648
Long-Term Service Temperature120 – 150 ℃
Short-Term Heat Resistance180 – 250 ℃
Thermal Expansion Coefficient2 – 5 ×10⁻⁵ /KASTM E831
Thermal Conductivity0.2 – 0.4 W/m·KASTM C177

Common Types of Phenolic Fiberglass Sheets

Natural Color Phenolic Resin Fiberglass Reinforced Sheets
Natural (Uncoated) Sheets

A composite of phenolic resin and fiberglass, with no surface coating.

Gel-Coated Phenolic Resin Fiberglass Reinforced Sheets
Gel-Coated Sheets

A layer of gel coat applied on the surface, providing a smooth finish and improved appearance and weather resistance.

Anti-slip Phenolic Resin Fiberglass Reinforced Sheets
Anti-Slip Sheets

The surface is embossed with anti-slip textures, mainly used for flooring applications.

Corrugated Phenolic Resin Fiberglass Reinforced Sheets for Roofing
Corrugated Sheets (Gel-Coated)

Primarily used for building roofing applications.

Notes

  • Phenolic resins and additives may contain hazardous substances; therefore, appropriate safety protocols must be observed—such as wearing protective gloves and eyewear, and maintaining a well-ventilated work environment.
  • During use, prolonged contact with high-temperature objects should be avoided to prevent compromising the performance properties of the composite material.
  • Discarded phenolic fiberglass composite materials must be properly processed and disposed of in accordance with local environmental regulations.

Typical Applications

🚆 Transportation

  • Train Interior Panels.
  • Subway Car Panels.
  • Marine Interior Panels.

🏭 Industrial

  • Chemical Equipment Liners.
  • Factory Wall Panels or Roofing (Corrugated Sheets).

🏢 Industrial

  • Fire-Resistant Partitions.
  • Tunnel Wall Panels.
  • Public Building Interiors.

⚡ Specialized Fields

  • Electrical Insulation Panels.
  • Laboratory Furniture.