https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-ripcords.pdf
FIBER OPTICAL CABLES
MOVING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBERS FORWARD
Key Features
• Rip through any material,
including steel armor
• High strength to diameter ratio
• Lubricated for easy ripping
• Colors available for easy identification
• Long continuous lengths per spool
FIBER-LINE® FIBERS
FOR RIPCORDS
• Kevlar® Para-Aramid
• Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• PET Polyester
• Nylon Polyamide
• Technora®
FIBER-LINE® PERFORMANCE
ADDING COATINGS
• FIBER-LINE® WearcoatTM:
Lubricity for fast and easy removal
• FIBER-LINE® BlockcoatTM:
Anti-wick/Non-wick water penetration &
snag resistance
• FIBER-LINE® RepelcoatTM:
Water Repellency
• FIBER-LINE® Swellcoat®:
Water Absorbing Protection
• FIBER-LINE® Swellcoat® Blocker:
Block Water Migration
• FIBER-LINE® ColorcoatTM:
Color identification for easy tracking
Overview
• FIBER-LINE® has over 25 years of experience in producing ripcords
for the optical fiber cable market.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/Fiber-Line Braiding Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY FEATURES OF FIBER-LINE™ BRAIDING
• Customized to meet size or strength
requirements
• Able to achieve any construction needed with
the use of toll braiders
• Flat or round profiles
• Cored braids for added strength & flexibility
• Metered lengths tailored for your application
FIBER-LINE FIBERS SUITABLE FOR
BRAIDING
• Para-Aramid
• Meta-Aramid
• Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Zylon® PBO Fiber
• Carbon Fiber
• Dyneema® Ultra-High Molecular Weight
Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
• PET Polyester Fiber
FIBER-LINE PERFORMANCE-ADDITIVE
COATINGS
• Abrasion resistance coating
• UV protection coating
• Color identification coating
FIBER-LINE BRAIDED PRODUCTS
AND POSSIBILITIES
• High-strength lacing cords
• Robotic actuating wire
• Strength members
• Auto glass cutout cords
• Parachute cords
• Tethers
• Wire-rope replacement
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.a4.datasheet-technora.pdf
Key Features
• High tenacity & modulus
• Excellent abrasion & fatigue resistance
• Excellent chemical & steam resistance
• Very low creep
• High thermal stability
• Lower moisture regain than
other para-aramids
Disadvantages
• Lower modulus compared to carbon and
high modulus para-aramids
• Poor UV resistance
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
TECHNORA®
• Coating
• Twisting
• Polymer Jacket Extrusion
• Stranding
• Overbraiding
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® TECHNORA® PRODUCTS
• Ripcords
• Strength Members
• Industrial Fabric Yarn
• Wire Harness Yarn
• Drive Belt & Hose Reinforcement
• Synthetic Wire Rope
WHY TECHNORA®?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-vectranr-lcp.pdf
Key Features
• High strength to weight ratio
• Good creep resistance
• High abrasion resistance
• Excellent flex fatigue properties
• Minimal moisture absorption
• Excellent chemical resistance
Disadvantages
• Vectran® suffers from UV degradation, which
causes strength loss and discoloration
• Hair-like filaments tend to fray
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
VECTRAN® LIQUID CRYSTAL POLYMER
• Coating
• Twisting
• Extrusion
• Pultrusion
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® VECTRAN® PRODUCTS
• Strength Members
• Ripcords
• Belt & Hose Reinforcement Yarn
• Industrial Fabric Yarn
• Synthetic Wire Rope
Abrasion
Resistance
Yarn on Yarn
Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV)
Resistance
Flame
Resistance
Chemical
Resistance
(Acid)
Chemical
Resistance
(Alkali)
Chemical
Resistance
(Organic Solvent)
P P X P P P P
Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 23.0
Specific Gravity Ratio 1.40
Elongation @ Break % 3.8
Tensile Modulus g/d 600
Moisture Regain* %
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-uhmwpe.pdf
Key Features
• Excellent strength to weight ratio
• High abrasion resistance
• UV Stable
• Chemically inert except
for strong oxidizing acids
• Resistant to fatigue & internal friction
Disadvantages
• Poor temperature resistance
• Susceptible to creep
• Flammable
FIBER-LINE® PROCESS FOR
UHMWPE
• Coating
• Twisting
• Precision Winding
FIBER-LINE® UHMWPE PRODUCTS
• Strength Members
• Industrial Fabric Yarn
• Synthetic Wire Rope
• Windshield Removal Cord
Abrasion
Resistance
Yarn on Yarn
Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV)
Resistance
Flame
Resistance
Chemical
Resistance
(Acid)
Chemical
Resistance
(Alkali)
Chemical
Resistance
(Organic Solvent)
P P P X P P P
Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 28.0
Specific Gravity Ratio 0.97
Elongation @ Break % 3.6
Tensile Modulus g/d 850
Moisture Regain* %
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Versaflex XP Wet Grip Product Bulletin_NEW.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Excellent COF performance (both wet and dry)
• Outstanding abrasion and UV resistance
• Easily colorable
• Custom formulations available to achieve
specific performance properties
• Injection moldable (can be overmolded)
and extrudable
• Retains properties and performance when
immersed in salt water
MARKETS & APPLICATIONS
This grip-enhancing TPE is colorable and
customizable to meet the look and functional
requirements of a broad range of consumer
applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/avient-responsible-care-ehs-s-policies-2021.pdf
Promote openness and two-way communication with key
stakeholders regarding environmental, health and safety measures
and risks associated with use, storage, transportation and disposal
of our products.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/Gravi-Tech REC Recycled Formulations Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Customized density offering a wide range of
specific gravities (1.2–11 gm/cm3)
• Based on recycled resin from PIR and PCR
sources
• Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very
rigid grades
• Corrosion resistance that withstands oxidization
for long-term use and benefit
• Chemical resistance can be adapted depending
on base resin as required
• Provides visual surface effects, aesthetics, and
cool touch
• Design flexibility and processing ease
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Applications in packaging and consumer goods in
which a more sustainable solution is preferred:
• Cosmetic caps and closures
• Perfume caps
• Spirit bottle caps
• Luxury boxes
• Handles and knobs
SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS
• Formulated with recycled resin from
post-industrial recycled (PIR) and/or
post-consumer recycled (PCR) sources including
ocean bound plastic waste
• Reduces waste and supports the circular
economy
• Reduces carbon footprint compared to fossil
feedstock alternatives
• Simplifies manufacturing and lowers costs
versus metal
PRODUCT BULLETIN
CHARACTERISTICS UNITS
Gravi-Tech REC-CI
GT5200-5089 PT
Natural
Gravi-Tech REC
GT5200-5075
Black X2
Gravi-Tech REC
GT5200-5078
Black
Gravi-Tech REC
GT5200-5079
Black
Gravi-Tech REC
GT5200-5060
Black
Gravi-Tech REC
GT5200-5057
Black
Base Resin
Ocean Bound
rPP
rPP rPP rPP rPP rPP
Recycled Content/Filler g/cm >98% PIR+PCR 60% PIR/Mineral
>95%
PIR/Mineral
>95%
PIR+PCR/Mineral
30% PIR/Mineral 30% PIR/Mineral
Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.2 1.9 2.0
CHARACTERISTICS UNITS
Gravi-Tech REC
GT7300-5034 X2 FD
Natural
Gravi-Tech REC
GT7300-5036
Black
Gravi-Tech REC
GT7300-5025
Black
Gravi-Tech REC
GT6000-5032
Black
Gravi-Tech REC
GT6000-5031
Black
Base Resin ABS rABS/ABS rABS rPA6 rPA6
Recycled Content/Filler g/cm 50% PIR/Mineral 65% PIR/Mineral 10% PIR/Mineral 20% PIR/Mineral 20% PIR/Mineral
Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.5 1.5 2.2 2.7 2.8
AVAILABLE GRADES
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/edgetek-peek-product-selection-guide.pdf
KEY FEATURES
• High mechanical performance
• Excellent fatigue, stress-crack,
oxidation and acid resistance
• Very good flame retardance with
low smoke and toxicity emissions
• High temperature resistance
and dimensional stability
• Excellent chemical, hydrolysis
and radiation resistance
APPLICATIONS
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Appliance
• Consumer
• Industrial
• Oil & Gas
To learn more about Edgetek™ PEEK solutions,
please visit avient.com or call +1.844.4AVIENT
(+1.844.428.4368).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/colormatrix-amosorb-low-haze-product-bulletin-8.5x11.pdf
PRODUCT BULLETIN
KEY BENEFITS
• Non-nylon based
• Up to 50% lower haze
• Lower impact on PET recycle stream
• 40% increased shelf-life at maximum
allowable use limit
• No induction period, provides
immediate protection
• Can be used with any PET & most
rPET grades
• Simple to use with existing mono-
layer equipment
• Suitable for use on multi-layer machines
MARKET & APPLICATIONS
• PET and rPET rigid packaging for food
and beverage
REGULATORY
ColorMatrix Amosorb 4020G meets direct
food contact regulatory requirements in
major markets.