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Fibres Recherche Developpement Fibra B2

Fibres Recherche Developpement Fibra B2 is a collection of European (flax, hemp) and exotic (sisal, coco, kenaf...) fibers with mean lengths ranging from 1 to 20 mm. These fibers are intended for use in the reinforcement of thermoplastic, thermoset, and concrete materials..

Functions: Reinforcement

Reinforcement Material: Coir, Flax Fibers, Hemp, Kenaf Fiber, Sisal Fiber

Reinforcement Form: Chopped Fiber

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polypropylenes (PP)

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    Identification & Functionality

    Reinforcement Form
    Composite Materials Functions
    Plastics & Elastomers Functions

    Features & Benefits

    Labeling Claims

    Applications & Uses

    Compatible Polymers & Resins
    Using Recommendations

    Using recommendations (compounds)
    Process: Extrusion, other processes
    Store away from humidity - Drying
    Using recommendations (concretes)
    Process:
    Incorporation during the mixing
    Store away from humidity
     

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Chemical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Cellulose82.4 ± 0.1%
    Hemicelluloses6.3 ± 0.1%
    Lignin2.3 ± 0.3%
    Solubles8.6 ± 0.4%
    Mineral Matter0.5 ± 0.1%
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Relative Humidity (1)9 - 10%
    Morphology (Length)< 2mm
    Morphology (Diameter)110.0μm
    Morphology (Length and Shape Distribution)cf. curve
    Morphology (Diameter and Shape Factor Distribution)cf. curve
    Dust (< 150mm)5.3%
    Residual Shive1.0%
    Apparent Density (3)1.4-1.5g/cm³
    Color (*L)*56.18
    Color (*a)*1.83
    Color (*b)*8.32
    Notes

    (1) Conditioning 48h to 20°C, 65 % of humidity
    (2) According to norms NF EN V18-122 and NF EN ISO 13906
    (3) Bibliography Data

    Packaging & Availability

    Available

    FIBRA range exists as well in the version FIBRA+ with precise length, available with lengths between 3 and 20 mm.