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Infusion Mesh – Knitted

$12.00

Infusion mesh allows the resin to move from the inlet side to the outlet side of the infusion smoothly.  Knitted mesh is flexible and drapes well over complex parts and contoured shapes.

Key Info:

  • Excellent for complex, 3D and contoured moulds
  • Drapes over corners and curves
  • Reduces risk of air gaps (bridging)
  • Better control of resin flow – so less waste
  • Tech details:
    • Weight: 160gsm
    • Width: 1.6m
    • Thickness: 1.1mm
    • Colour: White
    • Max Temp:120C

Available:

  • By the lineal metre – you add the amount to the cart and we will cut this length for you

 

Additional info:

  • Extruded vs Knitted
    • Knitted better for:
      • Complex shapes and corners
        • Conforms well and so no bridging
      • Small intricate parts
        • Best fit and less risk of dry spots
    • Extruded better for:
      • Flat panels, hulls
        • Gives fast, even flow and is easy to remove
      • Large simple parts
        • Cheaper than knitted and quick and easy to use
  • Standard Resin Infusion Stack:
    • Mould surface
      • with release agent
    • Fibreglass Cloth
      • This is the cloth to be infused for example, carbon fibre or chopped strand mat
    • Peel ply
      • Optional, for easy mesh removal and better finish
    • Flow mesh
      • extruded or knitted depending on part shape
    • Perforated film
    • Breather cloth
      • Used to cover entire area to allow air/resin to escape
    • Vacuum bag film
      • sealed with Sealant Tape