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296 KBSpecification
| Ends | 8 | cm |
|---|
Fabric Specification
| Picks | 8 | cm |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | White | |
| Fibre Orientation | 0, 90 | |
| Type | Component Prepreg | |
| Resin Matrix | Epoxy | |
| Weave | 2 x 2 Twill | |
| Format | Woven Fabric | |
| Fibre Type | Glass Fibre |
Typical Laminate Properties
| Tg Onset (DMA) | 140 | °C |
|---|---|---|
| Tg Peak (DMA) | 148 | °C |
Fibre Properties
| UV Resistance | Good | |
|---|---|---|
| Freezer-life (at -18°C) | 12 | Months |
| Out-life (at 20°C) | 30 | Days |
| Width | 1270 | mm |
| Min Cure Temp | 80 | °C |
| Max Cure Temp | 120 | °C |
| Max Service Temp | 130 | °C |
| Resin Weight | 38 | % |
| Consolidated Thickness | 0.3 | mm |
| Areal Weight | 280 | g/m² |
General Properties
| Gross Weight | 1.22 | kg |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | XPREG |
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.
Package Size
When packaged, this product is over 1m in length. A small 'additional handling' charge will be included in the shipping cost.
Delivery Cost
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XC130 280g (8.3oz) 2/2 Twill Prepreg Glass Fiber 1270mm (50")
- XPREG
- XC130-G41T2-280(1270)-1
- No reviews
Industry standard XPREG XC130 prepreg system with 280g (8.3oz/yd²) glass fiber reinforcement, designed for autoclave or hot-press cure. Oven and vacuum bag (OOA) cure is possible but will require some finishing work.
Glass fiber prepreg is an alternative to carbon fiber prepreg for less demanding applications, or those where carbon fiber is either not permitted, or problematic.
This prepreg reinforcement is 1.27m (50") wide and available in 1m (39"), 5m (5.5yd) and 33m (36yd) roll lengths.
PRODUCT VERSIONS
Roll Length
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XPREG® XC130 is an epoxy-based component autoclave prepreg system with a 130°C (266°F) maximum service temperature developed for autoclave or other positive pressure cure. The prepreg listed on this page uses a 280gsm (8.3oz/yd²) 2x2 twill Hexcel glass fiber reinforcement and is 1270mm (50") wide.
This toughened resin system offers convenient processing and excellent mechanical properties. XC130 has a long out-life, at least 30 days at 20°C (68°F) with an intermediate tack level making for easy handling and laminating whilst its variable cure temperature from 80°C (208°F) allows a wide range of mold systems to be used.
Typical Uses
XC130 is the recommended system for the manufacture of both structural and cosmetic applications where components will be cured in an autoclave or otherwise under positive pressure (such as heated platen press).
This 280g (8.3oz/yd²) 2x2 twill glass fiber reinforced prepreg is as an alternative to our carbon fiber reinforced prepregs and can be used in less structurally demanding applications or those where carbon fiber reinforcement is either not permitted, such as vintage racing, or where carbon fiber is problematic, such as components requiring radio transparency.
- High-end GRP components
- UAV fuselages, radio canopies
- Vintage car/bike components
How to Buy
All XPREG® prepregs are stored on site in our freezers. To reduce handling time and allow same-day dispatch, prepregs are available in pre-cut roll lengths. Choose the roll length you require from the drop-down list at the top of the page. When ordering a full roll of fabric the drop-down list shows the typical roll length but please allow for length variance of plus or minus 1m (1.1yd) which has already been factored into the low unit price of our full length rolls.
Your XPREG® prepreg is sealed in air-tight packaging and will ship from us still frozen. Please see the transport tab for further details and important information about delivery.
The Sample Pack Contains two 400x300mm (15.7x11.8") pieces of pre-preg.
Further Information
Curing
Autoclave Cure
XPREG® XC130 is designed to be autoclave cured or otherwise cured under positive pressure (such as heated platen or pressurised bladder).
Initial cure is possible from 80°C (208°F) although service temperature will be determined by the final cure temperature.
Out-of-Autoclave Cure
Unlike with our carbon fiber prepregs, Easy Composites does not supply an XC110 (out-of-autoclave cure) glass reinforced prepreg. The reason for this is because the XC110 system does not reliably produce the trademark ‘pin-hole free’ surface finish when curing glass reinforced laminates under vacuum pressure and oven cure only.
In situations where you want to use a glass prepreg and cure out-of-autoclave, this XC130 glass prepreg can be used, although minor surface pin-holes, requiring some finishing, should be expected.
CURE CYCLES AND RESULTING Tg
| Cure Temp | Comments | Initial Min Cure Time | Resulting Tg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80°C (176°F) | (Minimum) | 16hrs | 90°C (194°F) |
| 90°C (194°F) | 8hrs | 100°C (212°F) | |
| 100°C (212°F) | 4hrs | 110°C (230°F) | |
| 120°C (248°F) | (Maximum) | 2hrs | 120°C (248°F) |
| 130°C (266°F) | Post Cure | 2hrs | 140°C (284°F) |
Suitable Molds/Tooling
Molds/tools should be epoxy-based composite molds, epoxy tooling board or metal. In all cases, molds must be temperature stable to a minimum of 85°C (185°F) but ideally to 120°C (248°F).
Fully Compatible:
- High temp epoxy hand-layup molds (e.g. EG160 / EMP160)
- Carbon or glass fiber prepreg molds (e.g. XPREG® XT135)
- Epoxy tooling board (e.g. EB700 Epoxy Tooling Board with S120 Board Sealer)
- Aluminum / stainless steel molds
- Toughened glass (for flat sheet/panels)
It is not recommended to use hand laminated Uni-Mold tools in an autoclave due to the likelihood that voids within the molds will cause blisters and distortion in the mold at elevated temperature and pressure.
Storage and Handling
When not in use, XPREG® prepregs should be kept frozen at -18°C (0°F) in sealed plastic packaging. When ready to use, the material should be removed from the freezer and allowed to thaw fully to room temperature before being removed from the packaging.
Remaining material should be re-sealed before returning to the freezer to avoid the risk of moisture uptake.
XPREG® XC130 is an epoxy-based component autoclave prepreg system with a 130°C (266°F) maximum service temperature developed for autoclave or other positive pressure cure. The prepreg listed on this page uses a 280gsm (8.3oz/yd²) 2x2 twill Hexcel glass fiber reinforcement and is 1270mm (50") wide.
This toughened resin system offers convenient processing and excellent mechanical properties. XC130 has a long out-life, at least 30 days at 20°C (68°F) with an intermediate tack level making for easy handling and laminating whilst its variable cure temperature from 80°C (208°F) allows a wide range of mold systems to be used.
Typical Uses
XC130 is the recommended system for the manufacture of both structural and cosmetic applications where components will be cured in an autoclave or otherwise under positive pressure (such as heated platen press).
This 280g (8.3oz/yd²) 2x2 twill glass fiber reinforced prepreg is as an alternative to our carbon fiber reinforced prepregs and can be used in less structurally demanding applications or those where carbon fiber reinforcement is either not permitted, such as vintage racing, or where carbon fiber is problematic, such as components requiring radio transparency.
- High-end GRP components
- UAV fuselages, radio canopies
- Vintage car/bike components
How to Buy
All XPREG® prepregs are stored on site in our freezers. To reduce handling time and allow same-day dispatch, prepregs are available in pre-cut roll lengths. Choose the roll length you require from the drop-down list at the top of the page. When ordering a full roll of fabric the drop-down list shows the typical roll length but please allow for length variance of plus or minus 1m (1.1yd) which has already been factored into the low unit price of our full length rolls.
Your XPREG® prepreg is sealed in air-tight packaging and will ship from us still frozen. Please see the transport tab for further details and important information about delivery.
The Sample Pack Contains two 400x300mm (15.7x11.8") pieces of pre-preg.
Further Information
Curing
Autoclave Cure
XPREG® XC130 is designed to be autoclave cured or otherwise cured under positive pressure (such as heated platen or pressurised bladder).
Initial cure is possible from 80°C (208°F) although service temperature will be determined by the final cure temperature.
Out-of-Autoclave Cure
Unlike with our carbon fiber prepregs, Easy Composites does not supply an XC110 (out-of-autoclave cure) glass reinforced prepreg. The reason for this is because the XC110 system does not reliably produce the trademark ‘pin-hole free’ surface finish when curing glass reinforced laminates under vacuum pressure and oven cure only.
In situations where you want to use a glass prepreg and cure out-of-autoclave, this XC130 glass prepreg can be used, although minor surface pin-holes, requiring some finishing, should be expected.
CURE CYCLES AND RESULTING Tg
| Cure Temp | Comments | Initial Min Cure Time | Resulting Tg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80°C (176°F) | (Minimum) | 16hrs | 90°C (194°F) |
| 90°C (194°F) | 8hrs | 100°C (212°F) | |
| 100°C (212°F) | 4hrs | 110°C (230°F) | |
| 120°C (248°F) | (Maximum) | 2hrs | 120°C (248°F) |
| 130°C (266°F) | Post Cure | 2hrs | 140°C (284°F) |
Suitable Molds/Tooling
Molds/tools should be epoxy-based composite molds, epoxy tooling board or metal. In all cases, molds must be temperature stable to a minimum of 85°C (185°F) but ideally to 120°C (248°F).
Fully Compatible:
- High temp epoxy hand-layup molds (e.g. EG160 / EMP160)
- Carbon or glass fiber prepreg molds (e.g. XPREG® XT135)
- Epoxy tooling board (e.g. EB700 Epoxy Tooling Board with S120 Board Sealer)
- Aluminum / stainless steel molds
- Toughened glass (for flat sheet/panels)
It is not recommended to use hand laminated Uni-Mold tools in an autoclave due to the likelihood that voids within the molds will cause blisters and distortion in the mold at elevated temperature and pressure.
Storage and Handling
When not in use, XPREG® prepregs should be kept frozen at -18°C (0°F) in sealed plastic packaging. When ready to use, the material should be removed from the freezer and allowed to thaw fully to room temperature before being removed from the packaging.
Remaining material should be re-sealed before returning to the freezer to avoid the risk of moisture uptake.
Specification
| Ends | 8 | cm |
|---|
Fabric Specification
| Picks | 8 | cm |
|---|---|---|
| Colour | White | |
| Fibre Orientation | 0, 90 | |
| Type | Component Prepreg | |
| Resin Matrix | Epoxy | |
| Weave | 2 x 2 Twill | |
| Format | Woven Fabric | |
| Fibre Type | Glass Fibre |
Typical Laminate Properties
| Tg Onset (DMA) | 140 | °C |
|---|---|---|
| Tg Peak (DMA) | 148 | °C |
Fibre Properties
| UV Resistance | Good | |
|---|---|---|
| Freezer-life (at -18°C) | 12 | Months |
| Out-life (at 20°C) | 30 | Days |
| Width | 1270 | mm |
| Min Cure Temp | 80 | °C |
| Max Cure Temp | 120 | °C |
| Max Service Temp | 130 | °C |
| Resin Weight | 38 | % |
| Consolidated Thickness | 0.3 | mm |
| Areal Weight | 280 | g/m² |
General Properties
| Gross Weight | 1.22 | kg |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | XPREG |
Unfortunately we do not stock any pre-pregs with a flexible resin. The only flexible resin we supply is our EF80 Flexible Epoxy Resin which is suitable for wet lay and vacuum bagged processes.
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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.
Package Size
When packaged, this product is over 1m in length. A small 'additional handling' charge will be included in the shipping cost.
Delivery Cost
To find the cost for delivery of this item to your address, add it to your cart then use the instant shipping calculator on the cart page.
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