Aramid Plain Weave 1500d 5oz/170gsm
Description
Aramid Plain Weave 1500d 5oz/170gsm Fabric
This premium aramid (Kevlar®-style) plain weave fabric is engineered for demanding composite applications where high strength, toughness, and impact resistance are critical. Woven from durable 1500d yarn in a classic plain weave, it delivers a balanced, stable reinforcement that is easy to handle in the shop while providing excellent in-service performance.
Key Features
- Weight: 5oz/170gsm – lightweight yet robust for structural and protective laminates.
- Fiber: High-performance aramid offering exceptional impact, tear, and abrasion resistance.
- Weave: Plain weave construction for dimensional stability and clean, uniform aesthetics.
- Handle & Drape: Conforms well to simple and moderately contoured molds while maintaining fabric integrity.
- Durability: Outstanding fatigue resistance and toughness compared to traditional glass or carbon alone.
Recommended Applications
- Motorsports bodywork, impact panels, and abrasion-resistant skid areas
- Marine components, canoes, kayaks, and paddle protection
- Protective gear, shields, cases, and equipment housings
- Reinforcement layers in hybrid laminates with carbon or fiberglass
- General composite structures requiring a strong, lightweight, damage-tolerant skin
Processing Notes
This fabric is compatible with most common resin systems, including epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyester. For best clarity and performance, we recommend a high-quality epoxy resin. Always fully wet-out the fibers and follow proper cure schedules specified by the resin manufacturer.
Ordering
- Width: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12, 50, 60 (inches)
- Sold by:Linear Yard — 1 yard = 36" length × full width
- Continuous Lengths: Multiple yards ship as one continuous piece whenever possible.
Color Disclaimer: Due to variations in monitors, lighting, and settings, the color shown on your screen may not exactly match the actual fabric you receive.
How We Sell
We sell this fabric by the linear yard. You will receive a continuous piece of fabric at the width listed.
For example, if the fabric is 50" wide, a quantity of 1 (linear yard) equals a continuous piece measuring 50" wide × 36" long. A quantity of 5 (linear yards) equals a continuous piece measuring 50" wide × 180" long.