1. Characteristics of glass fiber surface mat

What is glass fiber surface mat? Glass fiber surface mat is a surface reinforcement material made of high-quality E glass fiber chopped yarn laid and bonded by emulsion or powdered binder. It is usually used as the outermost layer of composite (FRP) products to improve the smoothness, corrosion resistance and mechanical strength of the product surface. It is an indispensable surface material for FRP pipes, storage tanks, automotive parts and other products. Its core characteristics are as follows:

Smooth surface and uniform fiber distribution: improve the appearance quality of FRP products

Excellent resin impregnation: easy to quickly absorb a variety of resin systems

Anti-corrosion and anti-aging: effectively extend the service life of products in outdoor or chemical environments

Improve interlayer bonding: enhance the structural strength of composite materials and prevent delamination or cracking

2. Advantages of glass fiber surface mat

Excellent surface modification ability, improve the appearance finish of FRP products

Excellent acid and alkali resistance, salt spray resistance, suitable for harsh environments

Prevent glass fiber exposure, improve safety and aesthetics

Lightweight and high strength, reduce overall product weight

3. Typical application scenarios

FRP pipes, tanks

Wind turbine blades, auto parts, yachts

Building facades, decorative panels

Chemical equipment, anti-corrosion projects

Sanitary ware, washbasins, swimming pools, etc.

4. Purchase and use guide

Gram weight (g/m2): 30, 40, 50, 60, 80

Fiber diameter: 12µm, also customizable.

5. FAQ

Difference between surface mat and chopped strand mat

Although both surface mat and chopped strand mat belong to glass fiber mat materials, their functions are completely different. Surface mat is made by wet method, with finer fibers and more even distribution. Its main function is to optimize the flatness and appearance finish of the product surface and provide certain anti-corrosion protection. Chopped strand mat is mainly for reinforcement, and the overall strength and thickness of the product are improved by multi-layer stacking. Generally speaking, surface mat is used as the outermost layer and chopped strand mat is used as the internal structural layer. The two are used together for the best effect.

Common process applications

Surface mat can be used in a variety of processes, especially in hand lay-up process. The use of surface mat can effectively cover the glass fiber texture, reduce pinholes, make the product appearance smoother, and make the surface coating easier to adhere.

6. Summary

Surface mat is an ideal material for optimizing the surface performance of FRP products. With its excellent flatness, corrosion resistance and resin impregnation, it is widely used in anti-corrosion, waterproofing, construction, transportation, energy and other industries. It is an indispensable surface solution for high-performance composite materials. 

We are a Chinese fiberglass manufacturer, and our surface mat is widely used as the surface layer reinforcement in FRP pipes and tanks, ensuring a smooth finish and excellent corrosion resistance. We are a fiberglass manufacturer in China. If you are looking for high-quality surface mat, our products will be a good choice.

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