ceramic fiber / continuous

Nextel Ceramic Fibers
3M™ Nextel™ Continuous Ceramic Oxide Fibers 312, 440, 550, 610 and 720 represent a major advancement in refractory fiber technology. This family of metal oxide fibers can be readily converted into ceramic textile products which meet demanding performance requirements in high temperature operating environments. Nextel™ Ceramic Textiles are typically used in aerospace, outerspace and industrial applications.
Because the filaments are continuous and strong, Nextel™ Ceramic Textiles can be produced without the aid of other fibers or wire inserts. Rovings, yarns, fabrics, tapes, sleevings and sewing threads are typical products.

Features of 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers:

Low elongation at operating temperatures
Low shrinkage at operating temperatures
Good chemical resistance
Low thermal conductivity
Thermal shock resistance
Low porosity
Unique electrical properties