Silicone Calendered Fiberglass Fabric
- Advanced calendered silicone impregnation for deeper coating penetration and stronger fiber bonding
- Smooth, dense, pinhole-free surface for improved sealing and protection performance
- Continuous temperature resistance up to 260°C (500°F)
- Excellent weather, UV, and aging resistance for long-term outdoor use
- Superior abrasion resistance compared with conventional coated fabrics
- Strong coating adhesion prevents peeling, cracking, and delamination
- Good resistance to oils, chemicals, and moisture
- Available in plain weave and satin weave with customizable thickness and colors
Description
Silicone Calendered Fiberglass Fabric is a high-performance silicone coated fiberglass fabric manufactured through an advanced calendering process. Unlike traditional silicone dip-coated fiberglass fabrics that only form a surface coating, the calendering process uses high pressure and controlled temperature to force silicone compound deeply into the fiberglass weave structure.
This unique manufacturing method creates a smooth, dense, and pinhole-free silicone surface with enhanced coating adhesion and improved mechanical stability. The tightly integrated silicone and fiberglass structure provides excellent resistance to high temperatures, weathering, UV exposure, abrasion, chemicals, and dimensional changes.
Designed for demanding industrial environments, calendered silicone fiberglass fabric offers superior durability and reliability for flexible connections, expansion joints, insulation covers, and high-temperature protection applications.
Calendered Process Advantages
The calendering process is the key difference between silicone calendered fiberglass fabric and standard silicone coated fiberglass fabric.
During production, silicone rubber is pressed into the fiberglass fabric under high pressure and temperature, allowing the coating material to penetrate the fabric structure instead of simply covering the surface. This results in:
- Higher silicone-to-fiber bonding strength
- More uniform coating distribution
- Reduced surface defects and pinholes
- Better flexibility and dimensional stability
- Longer service life under mechanical stress
The result is a premium silicone fiberglass fabric with enhanced performance for critical industrial applications.
Specifications
| Style No. | Width | Thickness | Color | Temperature resistance |
| SC15 | 1m;1.2m(1.1yds;1.30yds) | 1.5 mm (0.06 inch) | Colors can be customized | 260°C(500°F) |
| SC20 | 1m;1.2m(1.1yds;1.30yds) | 2.0 mm (0.079 inch) | 260°C(500°F) | |
| SC25 | 1m;1.2m(1.1yds;1.30yds) | 2.5 mm (0.10 inch) | 260°C(500°F) | |
| SC30 | 1m;1.2m(1.1yds;1.30yds) | 3.0 mm (0.12 inch) | 260°C(500°F) |
Other specifications are available on request.
Applications
Silicone Calendered Fiberglass Fabric is widely used in industries requiring flexible, durable, and heat-resistant materials, including:
- Non-metallic expansion joints for ducting and exhaust systems
- Flexible connectors and compensators
- HVAC systems and ventilation equipment
- Air purification equipment and filter sealing applications
- Aerospace and aviation thermal protection components
- Chemical processing equipment protection
- Machinery and metallurgical insulation covers
- Large-scale generator and power equipment insulation systems
Why Choose Silicone Calendered Fiberglass Fabric?
Compared with conventional silicone coated fiberglass fabrics, the calendered structure provides better coating penetration, stronger adhesion, smoother surface quality, and improved durability. It is an ideal solution for applications requiring reliable performance under heat, abrasion, weather exposure, and mechanical stress.
