XStrand® S product is classified as an S-glass according to ASTM C-162, DIN 1259, ISO 2078, ASTM D578, and JIS R3410 standards.
By replacing a steel tank with a XStrand® reinforced tank, the 50 % weight savings achieved could be translated into an additional 2 tons reduction of CO2 emissions over the lifetime of a mid-size car
Depending on applications, XStrand® reinforcements enable up to 50 % weight savings vs. steel and up to 50 % cost saving vs carbon fiber
XStrand® glass fibers can help reinforce pipes withstanding salt and currents in ocean thermal energy power generation project
Technical Data
Industry Links
Product Information
Case Studies
Technical Papers
Overview
XStrand® R Roving has been specifically developed for applications that require high-strength, high Modulus and long fatigue life.
Owens Corning High-Performance Reinforcements are made from a boron-free glass formulation that can be classified as a High-Strength R-glass, as defined by the ASTM C-162, DIN 1259 and ISO 2078 standards.
XStrand® R product is also available in fabric and Prepreg forms either from Owens Corning or from our selected converter customers.
See Product CharacteristicsPractical Benefits of XStrand® R Reinforcements
- Up to 35% higher strength, up to 15% increased stiffness and up to 70% tougher versus traditional E-glass fibers
- For the same strain or stress level, the fatigue life may be improved by as much as 10 times versus traditional E-glass fibers
- Up to 40% weight savings compared to steel
- A more cost-competitive solution compared to other commercially available S-glass fibers
- Offer superior thermal and corrosion resistance properties compared to standard E-glass
