PVC is a low cost low cost membrane suitable for some short life applications in 'plain' form or special applications in nylon cloth reinforced form.
'PVC' sheets can be can be produced in a wide variety of specifications in a range of thicknesses, from 0.20mm to 3.00mm in plain (foil) form and 0.50mm to 2.00mm in reinforced form.
Some PVCs, like our 'PW' range, are approved for drinking water use.
If you are unsure which PVC material would be most suited to your needs please contact us on + 44 (0)1277 653281.
PVC Mechanical Properties
| Typical Properties |
PE610 |
PW1100 |
PW1250 |
| Base cloth |
HTP |
1100 d/tex high tenacity polyester |
1670 d/tex |
| Total weight (approx.) |
610 g/m2 |
1100 g/m2 |
1250 g/m2 |
| Construction |
~ ~ ~ |
12/13 threads/cm |
12/13 threads/cm |
| Coating calender |
Dull |
Dull |
Gloss |
| Lacquering |
~ ~ ~ |
1-side dull lacquer |
1-side dull lacquer |
| Breaking strength |
2100 N / 5cm |
4000 N / 5cm |
5000 N / 5cm |
| Tear strength |
325 N |
600 N |
800 N |
| Adhesion |
100 N / 5 cm. |
90 N / 5 cm |
125 N / 5 cm. |
| Temperature resistance |
-300 to +700 C |
-300 to +700 C |
-300 to +700 C |
| Lightfastness |
7 |
8 |
7 - 8. |
| Colour |
Various |
Beige 1695 |
Beige 1695 |
| Special properties |
~ ~ ~ |
Special quality for contact with potable water and food |
Special quality for contact with potable water and food |
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