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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.
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.
