What Is Fiberglass Mat And How To Use It?

Fiberglass mat roll is a composite material with excellent performance and is widely used in construction, automobile, shipbuilding and other industries.

 

Fiberglass mat is widely used in the construction industry as a reinforcing material for the reinforcement of concrete, roofs and walls.

In the automotive manufacturing industry, fiberglass mat is used in the body structure to increase strength and reduce weight. In the shipbuilding industry: fiberglass mat is used to repair and reinforce the hull to improve durability.

Fiberglass mat is also used in sports equipment, such as skis, surfboards, etc., to provide strength and flexibility.

 

Classification of fiberglass mat

1. Classification by production process

Untwisted blanket: made of short fibers through adhesive or hot pressing process, with good flexibility and adaptability, suitable for complex shapes of surfaces.

Fabric blanket: long fibers are formed by weaving, with high strength and durability. Suitable for applications requiring higher mechanical properties.

2. Classification by fiber diameter

Fine fiber blanket: usually with a diameter of less than 5 microns, mainly used in applications requiring higher distribution density and delicate surface.

Coarse fiber blanket: with a larger diameter, suitable for occasions requiring higher strength and thickness.

3. Classification by use

Reinforced blanket: used to increase the strength of other materials, such as concrete reinforcement in building structures.

Insulating blanket: designed for high temperature environments, widely used in the automotive and aerospace fields.

 

So how to use fiberglass chopped strand mat?

1. Prepare materials and tools

Make sure you have enough fiberglass mats, resin (such as polyester resin or epoxy resin), brushes, rollers, scissors, gloves and other tools.

2. Cut fiberglass mats

Cut the fiberglass mats according to the required size, ensuring that the edges are flat to avoid unnecessary waste during application.

3. Mixing resin

Follow the manufacturer's instructions, mix the resin and hardener thoroughly to ensure uniformity.

4. Apply resin

Apply the resin to the surface to be reinforced with a brush or roller, ensuring even coverage.

5. Place fiberglass mats

Place the cut fiberglass mats on the surface coated with resin and gently compact it with a brush to make it fully contact with the resin.

6. Apply resin again

Apply another layer of resin to the fiberglass mat, ensuring that it is completely soaked and that bubbles are eliminated.

7. Curing

Depending on the type of resin, allow it to cure in a well-ventilated environment. This usually takes from a few hours to a day.

8. Cleaning and post-processing

After curing, check that the surface is smooth. Sand and paint if necessary.

 

Fiberglass mat is widely used in many industries due to its light weight, high strength, and corrosion resistance. Proper use can improve work efficiency and ensure the quality of the final product. In the future development, more and more people will buy fiberglass mats, and the application prospects of fiberglass mat will be even broader.