FLAXPREG 110g (3.2oz) Unidirectional Prepreg Flax Fiber, 600mm (24") Wide

This uncured prepreg is made using 110gsm (3.2oz/yd²) unidirectional flax fiber with 50% RW epoxy matrix (resulting in an overall weight of 220gsm (3.2oz)) and is laminated and cured in just the same was as a conventional glass or carbon fiber prepreg.

Like all ‘prepreg’ reinforcements supplied by Easy Composites, it is stored frozen at -20°C (68°F) and shipped to customers straight from our freezers however the prepreg does have an outlife of 6-8 weeks at 23°C (73°F) and so can travel safely on normal transport and does not necessarily need to be stored frozen on receipt.

For a UD reinforcement, FLAXPREG is surprisingly conformable and easy to laminate and is quite capable of conforming around tight and complex mold shapes and contours, as can be seen in the additional image of an S-Bend intake component, laminated using a FLAXPREG surface ply.

About Flax Fiber

Flax fiber is environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to traditional composite reinforcements such as glass fiber.

Although flax fiber offers lower overall strength and stiffness compared to reinforcements such as glass fiber, it does offer particular advantages in vibration damping and sound absorption, along with adequate mechanical properties and a natural aesthetic to complement its environmental credentials.

How to Process

FLAXPREG can be cured at temperatures from 110°C (230°F) (2hrs, resulting in a >113°C (235°F) Tg) to 150°C (302°F) (30mins, resulting in a >136°C (277°F) Tg).

Although the prepreg is primarily designed for curing under positive pressure, such as in an autoclave or hot-press, good results can be achieved under vacuum pressure-only oven cure (out-of-autoclave) where the main compromise is likely to be some slight dryness of the surface texture.

See datasheet for full details on storage, handling and cure cycles.

Typical Uses

This UD flax prepreg can be used on its own (in multiple plies) or combined with other prepreg reinforcements (provide they have similar cure profiles and rheology). When used in combination with other reinforcements, FLAXPREG can be used to provide a natural appearance or to add vibration damping properties to glass or carbon prepreg laminates.

FLAXPREG is already being successfully used in volume production for automotive interior trim components.

Canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards
Skis, snowboards, skateboards
Dinghies, yachts
Furniture, architectural moldings, and panels
Dashboards, car interior trim

How to Buy

This 110g (3.2oz) unidirectional prepreg reinforcement is 600mm (24") wide and is available in rolls of 2, 10 and 90 linear meters (2.2, 11 and 98 linear yards).

About Eco-Technilin

With 20 years of experience, France-based Eco-Technilin is the European leader in the technical use of natural fibers. Easy Composites are proud to be the official distributors for Eco-Technilin and support them in their goal to make environmentally friendly technical materials as affordable and accessible as possible.

Downloads (2)

	Safety Datasheet (SDS) - EN	197 KB
	Technical Datasheet (TDS)	230 KB

Specification

Weight and Dimensions

Width	600	mm
Areal Weight	100	g/m²
Resin Weight	50	%
Consolidated Thickness	0.15	mm

Fabric Specification

Fibre Specifics	FlaxTape 110gsm
Fibre Orientation	Unidirectional
Weave	Unidirectional

Product Data

Colour	Brown
Type	Component Prepreg
Format	Unidirectional
Fibre Type	Flax Fibre
Brand	FlaxPreg

Mechanical Properties

Resin Matrix	Epoxy
Min Cure Temp	110	°C
Max Cure Temp	150	°C
Glass Transition Temperature	141	°C

General Properties

Gross Weight	0.9	kg
Brand	Eco-Technilin

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Shipping Information

Non Hazardous

This product is not classed as dangerous goods for transport and can be shipped to all US addresses without restriction.

Prepregs are Perishable!

Prepreg materials are stored in our freezers at -20°C (-4°F) and are shipped from our warehouse still frozen. This prepreg has an 'out-life' of at least 30 days at room temperature and so typical delivery times will still leave plenty of 'out-life' remaining.

During summer months or periods of hot weather, it is recommended to order prepregs at the start of the week (Monday or Tuesday) to avoid adding extra shipping days over the weekend.

Unless you plan to use the product immediately, it should be placed into frozen storage as soon as possible on receipt.

Because of their perishable nature, we only ship prepregs internationally on priority (air) services. As a result of this, it may not always be possible to order prepregs at the same time as some large or bulky items. If this is the case, the shipping calculator will warn you and suggest that you remove large items or place separate orders.

Customs Clearance

Although orders to the USA are delivered 'duty paid', orders over $800 are still subject to a 'formal' customs entry procedure where US customs may contact you to confirm some details. We remind customers that customs clearance is your responsibility and that when ordering perishable 'prepregs' it is important to respond quickly to any such request in order to avoid delay and potential damage to the material. Easy Composites cannot be held responsible for damage caused to prepregs during transport as a result of customs delays. By placing an order for prepreg materials, you accept these conditions of sale.