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Aerospace Fabrics

JPS provides several fabric options for a multitude of aerospace, space and defense applications. Learn more about JPS' fabric options below

Glass Fabrics
Glass-based fabrics have exceptional shear strength, thermal stability, and electrical insulation properties. The most common types of glass fabric for the aerospace industry are E-glass and S-glass, and can be manufactured to meet BMS, AMS, and MIL-Y requirements.
Applications
- Primary & Secondary Structures
- Structural Reinforcement
- Honeycomb Core
- Interiors
- Shims
- Silicone-coated composites
- Tooling
Astroquartz®
Astroquartz® was developed by JPS Composite Materials for use in the aerospace industry in 1964. It is the purest form of silica-based fabrics commercially available, offering unparalleled physical, mechanical, chemical, thermal, and electrical properties.
Applications
- Radomes
- Satellite Communication Systems
- Heat Shields & Thermal Insulation
- Electronics
Para-Aramid
Para-aramid fabrics, such as Kevlar® and Twaron®, offer excellent impact strength, durability, fire resistance, and thermal insulation properties. JPS has woven aramid fabrics for over 40 years.
Applications
- Structural Reinforcement
- MMOD
- Cowlings

Styles, Finishes, and Capabilities

At JPS, we offer a wide range of industry-standard and custom fabric options for the aerospace industry. Our fabrics are known for their durability, fire resistance, and thermal insulation properties. With our variety of finishes and capabilities, we can meet the specific needs of each application, providing reliable and high-quality materials for various aerospace products.

Common Styles

E-Glass: 104, 106, 108, 112, 116, 162, 120, 220, 1581, 7781
S-Glass: 4180, 6580, 6781, 16781, 17645, 85392
Para-Aramid: 350, 351, 352, 353, 710, 735, 745, 775
Astroquartz®: 503, 523, 525, 581, 4503, 4581

Finishes

Options: JPS offers a wide range of finish options tailored to epoxy, polyester, polyimide, phenolic, BMI, Cyanate Ester, vinyl ester, phthalonitrile, and high-temperature resin systems.

Capabilities

Standard Roll Sizes (Glass Fabrics): 500-1000 Linear Yards
Standard Roll Sizes (Astroquartz®): 100-200 Linear Yards (short rolls often in stock)
Common Widths: 38" and 50"
Other Widths: 44", 56.25", 60", and more
Certifications: AS9100:D and ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Advantages of Using Composite Fabrics in the Aerospace Industry

Excellent Strength-to-Weight Ratio

These fabrics can be used to replace heavier materials without sacrificing structural integrity. As a result, aircraft can be lighter (by up to 20–50%) and, consequently, faster and more fuel-efficient.

Impact Resistant, Thermally Stable, and Resistant to Corrosion

JPS' fabrics are highly impact-resistant, thermally stable, and resistant to corrosion and fatigue. These properties make them suitable for the most demanding of environments, from the battlefield to deep space.

Multi-Faceted Finishing Options

JPS' fabrics are engineered with finishing capabilities, tailored specifically to the needs of your proprietary resin systems. From industry standard finishes to custom and high-temperature, JPS has the solution.

Quality Assurance and Certification

As an AS9100:D and ISO 9001:2015 certified supplier with decades of experience providing the highest quality aerospace materials, JPS has what it takes to provide materials for a variety of aerospace applications. We produce a full range of aerospace composite materials, including E-glass, S-glass, Astroquartz®, para-aramid, and other variations. Our fabrics can meet AMS, MIL, and BMS standards and can be certified to AMS 3092, AMS 9084, MIL-Y-1140, BMS9-3, and BMS 8-381 prepreg standards (Kevlar® and Twaron® variations), and several more.

If you want to learn more about why we are a preferred source for high profile commercial, military, civilian, and space programs across the globe, contact us today or visit our Aerospace Expertise page.

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