Vectran® (LCP): Strength & Flex Fatigue

 

Key Features of Vectran® LCP:

  • High strength to weight ratio
  • Good creep resistance
  • High abrasion resistance
  • Good flex fatigue properties
  • Minimal moisture absorption
  • Excellent chemical resistance


History
First produced in 1990, Vectran® is the only commercially available melt spun LCP fiber in the world.  

Composition
Vectran® is an aromatic polyester spun from a liquid crystal polymer in a melt extrusion process.  This process orients the molecules along the fiber axis, resulting in a high tenacity fiber.


FIBER-LINE® Enhancing Processes for Vectran
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FIBER-LINE® Vectran® 
Products:


Manufacturer
Kuraray™

Common Types & Deniers
HT: High Tenacity
UM: Higher Modulus/Lower Elongation
NT: Medium tenacity
Deniers: 200, 400, 750, 1000, 1420, 1500, 2250

Vectran® (LCP) Bare Fiber Performance

Abrasion Resistance
Yarn on Yarn Abrasion
Ultraviolet (UV) Resistance
Flame Resistance
Chemical Resistance (Acid)
Chemical Resistance (Alkali)
Chemical Resistance (Organic Solvent)

CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY
Chemical Resistance to Acid: Stable to acids <90% concentration.
Chemical Resistance to Alkali: Stable to alkalis <30% concentration.

Vectran® (LCP) Data

Standard Modulus

Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 23.0
Specific Gravity Ratio 1.40
Elongation @ Break % 3.8
Tensile Modules g/d 600
Moisture Regain* % <.1
Creep** % <0.4
Skrinkage*** % <0.20
Melt Point 350

High Modulus

Property UOM Value
Breaking Tenacity g/d 30.0
Specific Gravity Ratio 1.40
Elongation @ Break % 2.8
Tensile Modules g/d 830
Moisture Regain* % <0.1
Creep** % <0.4
Shrinkage*** % <0.20
Melt Point 350

* Equilibrium moisture regain @ 55% RH    ** Creep @ 40%-58% ultimate tensile strength    *** Shrinkage in dry air @ 177 C for 30 minutes


This data is provided for informational purposes only, and does not constitute a specification. FIBER-LINE makes no warranty, express or implied, that the product conforms to these values. Contact your FIBER-LINE representative for exact product details which conform to your specific requirements.