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

Q1: What is the difference between surface mat and chopped strand mat?

 A: Surface mat is prepared by wet method and is mainly used for surface modification of products. The fibers are finer and more uniform, which improves the appearance and anti-corrosion performance; chopped strand mat is mainly used as a structural reinforcement layer, emphasizing strength and thickness.

Q2: What processes are suitable for surface mat?

 A: It is suitable for various FRP molding processes such as hand lay-up, molding, RTM, winding, pultrusion, etc.

Q3: How to choose between emulsion and powdered binders?

 A: The emulsion type has good flexibility and is suitable for curved products; the powdered type has better water resistance and is suitable for outdoor anti-corrosion purposes.

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. If you are looking for high-quality surface mat, our products will be a good choice.

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