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Engineered for Demanding Applications C HEMFILM ® VB

Engineered for Demanding Applications C HEMFILM ® VB

Engineered for Demanding Applications C HEMFILM ® VB

Product catalog summary
Overview:
CHEMFILM® VB is an ultra-high temperature vacuum bagging film designed for demanding applications, particularly in composite fabrication. It offers superior performance due to its high elongation and chemical inertness, making it ideal for complex shapes and high-temperature resins.
Specifications:
  • Elongation: 550%
  • Maximum Temperature: 315°C (600°F)
  • Available Width: Up to 1270 mm (50 inches)
  • Colors: Green and Natural
  • Standard Roll Size: 50” x 175’
Advantages:
  • Highly conformable for complex contours at elevated temperatures.
  • Chemically inert and free of pinholes.
  • Indefinite storage without special conditions.
  • Receptive to adhesives and sealant tapes.
Comparison with Other Materials:
Film ProductElongation (%)Max Temperature °C(°F)
CHEMFILM VB550315 (600)
Nylon®6300204 (400)
Nylon®66300232 (450)
Nylon®66/6400215 (420)
Polyimide90426 (800)
Typical Physical Properties:
  • Gauge: 3.0 mil
  • Tensile Strength: 29.6 MPa (4,300 psi)
  • Elastic Modulus: 379 MPa (55,000 psi)
  • Yield Stress: 9.65 MPa (1,400 psi)
  • Yield Strain: 17.2 kPa (2.5 psi)
  • Maximum Continuous Service Temperature: 260°C (500°F)
  • Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion: 5.5x10-5 in./in. °F
Warranty and Disclaimer:
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics offers a limited warranty for 6 months from the date of first sale, covering manufacturing defects. The company disclaims all other warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Users are advised to perform their own tests to determine product suitability.
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Engineered for Demanding Applications C HEMFILM ® VB-1

Engineered for Demanding Applications CHEMFILM® VB is designed to be the only ultra-high temperature (315oC, 600oF), highly comfortable (550% elongation), and chemically inert vacuum bagging film available. Compare the data shown for CHEMFILM VB versus other materials typically used in composite fabrication in order to understand its superior performance, particularly for complex shapes and high temperature resins. Elongation (%) Film Product • Most conformable film for complex contours at elevated temperatures due to: higher elongation, and conforms better under stress • Successfully used up to 315°C(600oF) NOTE: Adequate ventilation should be provided at temperatures above 535°F • Chemically inert • Unmatched drapability inherent to VB cast film • Free of pinholes • Storable for indefinite time without special storage conditions • Receptive to adhesives and sealant tapes CHEMFILM VB is available without pigment, to allow users to easily see the additional layers of the composite layup, or with a light green tint to help prevent the risk of foreign object debris in the final part. In order to provide a vacuum seal, VB is provided with a bondable surface and free of pinholes. Availability • Available up to 1270 mm (50”) wide • Green and Natural colors • Standard Roll Size: 50” x 175’ Multi-layer Cast Film (top) reduces risk of contamination when compar

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Engineered for Demanding Applications C HEMFILM ® VB-2

Typical Properties *Represent typical performance properties and should not be used for specification purposes Contact your Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics representative for more information. SAINT-GOBAIN Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics — Europe Bay 3 Transpennine Industrial Estate Gorrels Way, Rochdate, OL11 2PX United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1706 746900 Fax: +44 (0) 1706 746991 email: [email protected] Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics — Asia 7 Floor Bund Center 222 Yan’an Road East Shanghai 200002, China Tel: (86) 21-63617753/63618016 email: [email protected] Saint-Gobain...

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