E-Glass/Epoxy is a lightweight fiber-reinforced polymer composite combining E-glass fibers in an 8-harness satin weave fabric with an epoxy resin matrix, typically produced via prepreg or wet layup processing per MIL-HDBK-17 military specifications. This material is widely used in aerospace, marine, and defense applications where balanced stiffness, strength, and cost-effectiveness are required—including aircraft interior components, structural panels, and composite casings. Engineers select E-Glass/Epoxy over aramid or carbon alternatives when budget and environmental durability are priorities, or when the lower density compared to traditional metals provides sufficient performance margins for secondary or semi-structural roles.
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Fiber angles relative to the 0° reference direction (red arrow in 3D view). 0° = longitudinal, 90° = transverse, ±45° = shear paths.
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Compressive Strength(σc) | 310.0 | MPa | L | ||
Shear Modulus(G) | 4.100 | GPa | notes | ||
Ultimate Tensile Strength(σUTS) | 379.0 | MPa | L | ||
Young's Modulus(E) | 24.50 | GPa | L |
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density(ρ) | 1.900 | kg/m³ | — |