Polypropylene Satin Gauze

Polypropylene Satin Gauze merges the chemical resistance, low density, and durability of polypropylene with the smooth, closely packed yarn arrangement of a satin weave, resulting in enhanced drape, reduced abrasion, and improved surface uniformity. This structure benefits filtration, controlled fluid flow, and reinforcement where reduced turbulence and even surface texture are advantageous. Industries employ it for fine filtration of corrosive liquids, technical fabrics in marine systems, and reinforcement layers in advanced composite structures. Applications include precision filter media in chemical processing, smooth reinforcement plies in aerospace laminates, and marine fabrics resistant to saltwater degradation. In research, it is utilized for evaluating woven polymer performance under mechanical load, developing functional surface treatments, and studying fluid permeability in low-turbulence textile architectures. The combination of mechanical adaptability, environmental resistance, and refined surface finish makes it a valuable asset for both industrial performance and advanced scientific research.

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Tolerances

Mesh/Gauze

Linear dimension	<100mm	±1mm
Linear dimension	>=100mm	+2% / -1%
Wire Diameter	Woven	±10%

Material Properties for Polymers

Chemical Resistance

Element	Value
Acids - concentrated	Good-Fair
Acids - dilute	Good-Fair
Alcohols	Good
Alkalis	Good
Aromatic hydrocarbons	Fair
Greases and Oils	Good-Fair
Halogenated Hydrocarbons	Good-Poor
Halogens	Poor
Ketones	Good

Mechanical Properties

Element	Value
Coefficient of friction	0.1-0.3
Hardness - Rockwell	R80-100
Elongation at break( % )	150-300, for biax film >50
Tensile modulus( GPa )	0.9-1.5, for biax film 2.2-4.2
Izod impact strength( J m⁻¹ )	20-100
Abrasive resistance - ASTM D1044( mg/1000 cycles )	13-16
Tensile strength( MPa )	25-40, for biax film 130-300,

Electrical Properties

Element	Value
Dielectric constant @1MHz	2.2-2.6
Dissipation factor @ 1MHz	0.0003-0.0005
Dielectric strength( kV mm⁻¹ )	30-40
Surface resistivity( Ohm/sq )	10¹³
Volume resistivity( Ohmcm )	10¹⁶-10¹⁸

Physical Properties

Element	Value
Flammability	HB
Radiation resistance	Fair
Refractive index	1.49
Resistance to Ultra-violet	Poor
Limiting oxygen index( % )	18
Water absorption - equilibrium( % )	0.03
Density( gcm⁻³ )	0.9

Thermal Properties

Element	Value
Heat-deflection temperature - 0.45MPa( C )	100-105
Heat-deflection temperature - 1.8MPa( C )	60-65
Lower working temperature( C )	50
Upper working temperature( C )	90-120
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ )	1700-1900
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ )	0.1-0.22@23°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ )	100-180