Fiberglass Biaxial Cloth is a #1708 E-glass Biaxial (+/-45 degree) Cloth with 3/4 oz mat backing. The fiberglass tows are held together by light nylon stitching which do not affect the structural integrety of the cloth.
The flat non-crimped fibers yield reduced print-thru and higher stiffness than other woven fabrics
The mat backing adds extra thickness and makes for a smoother finished product when applied over scratches and dents. This cloth is ideal for repairs, tabbing, and reinforcing.
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1708 signifies the weight of each layer.
+/- 45 biaxial weave cloth is 17 ounces per square yard.
mat backing is 8 ounces per square yard
yields a total weight of 25 ounces per square yard
Weave:
Biaxial
Questions & Answers about Fiberglass Cloth - 17 oz Biaxial 3/4 oz Mat Back:
2012-06-18GILL BARLOW asked: is this product equivalent to the west 738 biaxial fabric? I assume you put it in with the cloth up -- smooth side up?
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2012-06-18MARY BJORAKER: Hi Jill,
I'm sorry I do not have a specific answer to this. In order to verify equivalency I would email the manufacturing company w/ these type of questions. What side of material to use would also depend on what it is being used for, and the environmental conditions it would endure. For example: will it be used next to solvents,acids, high or low temperatures. Also if you use this in a specific way: sculpture or repairing boats etc, I'd talk to specialists who already do that kind of work/repair to get their opinion.
2012-06-18GENERAL FLOORING CO INC ATTN: DEREK LUGG: Fiberglass Biaxial cloth is stronger than the west 738 cloth. The West system is for light duty, surface layups. The Fiberglass Biaxial from Jamestown is ideal for heavy duty layups such as inside corners.
You are right Gill - smooth side up!
Derek
2012-06-19BRIAN BODAS: Biaxial is what you want to use with epoxy resin. It's chopped strand mat on one side and woven on the other and very strong when laminated in multiple layers with epoxy resin. I only used west systems epoxy for one part of my job,and a different companies (non-blushing) epoxy for most of by bow rebuild project. Chopped strand side down. Epoxy doesn't like UV rays, so you'll need to paint or gel coat over if exposed to sun
2012-05-02GARY E. SIMS asked: Can you tell me if this is used with the 105 epoxy resin and 206 hardener?
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2012-05-03RON SIEGEL: Yes, I used West 105 & 206 epoxy building new amas (pontoons) for my trimaran, I used 1708 biaxial E-glass and also one layer of carbon fiber.
Ron
2012-05-03ANDY MARKS: Yes. I have tried several brands of Epoxy and have found that the West systems with the pumps is the most consistent and easiest to use. I have successfully used the 105/206 combo with several different cloths from 4oz to 8oz as well as biaxial cloth. Just need to make sure that you saturate the cloth fully.
2012-05-03CLAY YOUMANS: Gary,
I have used West 105 (any hardener) and MAS epoxy with this cloth works fine. The biaxial cloth is stronger and does not unravel when cut. It takes about 128cc (16 pumps) of MAS resin for a square foot. The slow 206 hardener is especially good over 70F. BTW, Biosolv is good for cleaning the grooved fiberglass rollers. Put it in a container of Biosolv, wipe dry later and reuse. I use white vinegar for cleaing resin from my hands. Good luck!
2012-05-04BRIAN BODAS: Biaxial is the way to go with epoxy...I used west systems with it and it worked fine. I also used another local brand of epoxy as well and it worked great too. You can tint the epoxy with typical pigments used for fiberlass. You can also add cabosil or other fillers if you need a little thicker epoxy. I rebuilt an area on the bow that had rot and supports a windlass. The repair is super strong now. Epoxy doesn't like UV light so make sure and paint or even gel coat over, just sand a bit if you gel coat over.
2012-05-04DAVID MORROW: That resin system would work fine for this cloth
2012-05-04JOSEPH JORGENSEN: i used mas epoxy had to thin it a little i was happy with the cloth
2012-05-05PAT TILSON: Sure, but the cloth is thicker and will take more than the usual cloth.
2012-05-06CRAIG KAUFAMN: No, it's used with polyester resin. It's csm with cloth stitched to it
2011-10-18BRANDON BOYER asked: the price sais per pack what is in a pack?
Comments about Jamestown Distributors Fiberglass Biaxial Cloth:
i've fixed three transoms on glasrtron boats now and this is the best product i have used. it wets well but you need to make sure that the resin is at a warm temperature. i had the resin in the garage and it was a little thick at first. the flat roller and corner roller work great when forming. for the beginners, try to wet the structure and both sides of cloth before you lay it in. of coarse i mean this when you use it on a vertical not horizontal. good luck! jamestown was the best price for all the materials i purchased. resin, rollers, fiberglass(cloth, mat) and don't forget the pumps.
10/27/2008
5.0
Good stuff!
By Frank you
from New York, N.Y.
About Me Beginner
Pros
Easy to Use
Protects Well
Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
Outdoor
Comments about Jamestown Distributors Fiberglass Biaxial Cloth:
This stuff is great. Has a cloth backing which adds to the structure when applied with epoxy and dried. Lots of strength.
I like to work with it and how it adheres and hardens.
3/24/2008
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
3.0
Great Product
By El Creno
from VA
About Me Recreational
Pros
Easy to Use
Protects Well
Weather Proof
Cons
Best Uses
Outdoor
Comments about Jamestown Distributors Fiberglass Biaxial Cloth:
I used it as a reinforcing laminate layer in a kayak paddle I made.
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