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Fiberglass

The manufacturing of fiberglass or glass which has been extruded into extremely fine filaments frequently used in today high speed communications network.

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intumescent

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

A fire-retardant technology which causes an otherwise flammable material to foam, forming an insulating barrier when exposed to heat.

dielectric strength

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

The value of a material as an electrical insulator or the resistance to the flow of electric current.

contact molding

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

Refers to the use of a single or open mold onto which layers of polymer and reinforcement materials can be applied. Contact molding is characterized by one finished cosmetic side.

viscosity

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

The liquid properties of a material. Resistance to flow.

surface mat

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

A lightweight tissue (10-30 mils thick) of glass or synthetic fiber used to provide a resin-rich surface.

roving

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

A collection of bundles of continuous filaments in untwisted strands. Used in the spray-up (chopping) process.

cure time

Manufacturing; Fiberglass

Time between introduction of catalyst or initiator to a polymer and final cure.

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