Heavy Duty Peel Ply
Peel plies, used to texture the surface of a composite laminate are helpful for secondary bonding or painting of the composite laminate. Release ply fabrics may reduce or eliminate the need for sanding or abrading. The fabric is scoured and heat set to remove contaminates and reduce shrinkage. Heavy duty versions are stronger to resist tearing in tougher applications.
- Stronger to resist tearing in tougher applications.
- Strips off of cured laminates leaving a courser texture, reducing time spent abrading.
- Highly drapable weave style can be applied over multiple curved surfaces easily.
- Economy versions available for low temperature applications.
| Name | Material type | Release coating | Maximum use temperature | Weight | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release Ply Super A | Nylon | - | 232°C (450°F) | 139 g/m² (4.10 oz/yd²) | White |
| Release Ply Super F | Polyester | - | 204°C (400°F) | 114 g/m² (3.35 oz/yd²) | White |
| Ultra Ply 22 T | Polyester | - | 204°C (400°F) | 95 g/m² (2.8 oz/yd²) | White |
| Econoply E | Polyester | - | 149°C (300°F) | 95 g/m² (2.8 oz/yd²) | White |
| Bleeder Lease® C | Fiberglass | Silicone | 427°C (800°F) | 299 g/m² (8.8 oz/yd²) | Green |