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LSHF FR PP FILLER YARN
3. September 2021
Water blocking Yarn

Star Materials Water Blocking (water swellable) Yarn

WATER BLOCKING YARN

This Water Blocking Yarn has excellent heat-resistance property. It is non-corrosive and has no acid or alkali included.  With its fast water absorbing speed and high tensile strength, the Star Materials Water blocking yarn is used in communication cables, optical cables, power cables or marine cables for the purpose of binding, tightening and to prevent water penetration.

Technical Characteristics Table:

Specification Unit Water Blocking Yarn
Denier D 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 4500 6000 9000 18000
Linear Density m/kg 9000 6000 4500 3600 3000 2000 1500 1000 500
Tensile strength N ≥20 ≥50 ≥60 ≥70 ≥100 ≥150 ≥200 ≥250 ≥300
Elongation at break % ≥15
Swelling speed ml/g/1.min ≥20 ≥30 ≥35 ≥40 ≥45 ≥45 ≥50 ≥50 ≥50
Swelling amount ml/g ≥30 ≥40 ≥45 ≥50 ≥55 ≥55 ≥60 ≥60 ≥60
Water Content (150°C,1min) % ≥9

Note: 9Denier=1g/km

Bobbin & Tube Size:

Bobbin ID
(mm)
Bobbin Height
(mm)
Yarn OD
(mm)
Yarn Weight
(kg)
Core
Standard 92.5, 95 Standard 200 210-240 3.7-4.5 Paper
Optional 76, 128 Optional 170, 180

 

Packaging and Marking:
The product will be packed in paper carton and fixed with Vacuum PE film inside. It is then sealed and packed on a wooden pallet. After it is fixed, an external plastic coversheet is wrapped around it to avoid water penetration.

Storage Information:
The product has a shelf life of 12 months from production date if stored in unopened original packages, under dry and clean conditions at temperatures between 10-30°C. The product will be damaged if stored in a moist area or contacted with water.