BASALT FIBER PROPERTIES
Basalt fibers are naturally found in basalt rock, which is formed from cooling lava that has solidified. When these rocks are processed, they can produce fiber which can be used in different applications. The main reason why basalt fibers are used in many fields of industries is that it has a lot of properties that make them superior to other types of fibers such as glass or steel. The following are the most important properties of basalt fibers :
Basalt fiber has superior mechanical properties. Basalt fiber has compressive
and tensile strength properties of much higher than other fibers. Basalt fiber
is a sustainable, rust-proof alternative to steel reinforcement. It is only 25% of
the weight of steel and has a Specific Tensile Strength that is 2.5 times
greater! Also, basalt fiber has 20 – 40% better mechanical properties and
puncture resistance compared with glass Fiber.
Basalt fiber is a unique fiber material that has been chosen for its
outstanding properties, like its thermal stability properties. Basalt fiber
products can withstand temperatures from -260 °C to 700 °C making it
one of the most used materials today in industrial applications. Basalt
fiber is a very strong material that withstands high temperatures. The
fact that it reacts slowly to changes in temperature enables it to withstand
extreme environments or prolonged temperatures until the completion of the
process.
Basalt fiber has highly corrosion-resistant properties in many environments,
both inorganic and organic, Acidic or alkali media. These properties
make it unaffected by most chemicals and will not support combustion.
The fibers of this material are so strong and tough that almost no other
material can damage it. It is rot-proof and moisture-resistant, plus it has
antibacterial properties.
Basalt fiber has good dielectric properties, which make it widely used
in the production of printed circuit boards in the electronics industry, also,
these properties make it ideal for use as an insulation material in
electrical equipment and building insulation.
Basalt fiber is environmentally friendly, non-toxic, and does not contain
heavy metals, also, Basalt fiber can be recycled, helping to reduce waste
going into landfills.
Basalt fiber particles or fibrous fragments due to abrasion are too thick
to be inhaled and deposited in the lungs, so it can’t harm humans, but care
in handling is recommended.
WHAT IF THERE WAS A MATERIAL THAT COULD BE USED TO BUILD THE
FUTURE?
Arab Basalt Fiber Company envisions a world where all future construction
and repairs are harmless to the planet, our health, and our resources. Join
our mission for a better future.
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