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Record 1 2001-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Synthetic Fabrics
  • Thread Spinning (Textiles)
DEF

A manufactured fiber in which the fiber-forming substance is a long chain synthetic polysulfide in which at least 85% of the sulfide (-S-) linkages are attached directly to two aromatic rings ... These are high-performance fibers with excellent resistance to strong chemicals and high temperature. They show excellent strength retention in harsh environments; are flame retardant; and non-conducting. They find use in high-temperature filter fabrics ... and high-performance composites.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Textiles artificiels et synthétiques
  • Filature (Textiles)

Spanish

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