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Saturn PVC Fabric Specs

SATURN inflatable boats and rafts are made of 1,100 Dtex New Generation PVC fabric with a polyester support having excellent resistance to tearing, tension and breaking.

SATURN inflatable boats and rafts are hand-sealed at the seams for perfect seaming-the most expensive and reliable method used today. Each seam is strengthened with four layers of bonded fabric for maximum strength and durability.

PVC vs Hypalon? While Hypalon is a good choice of fabric for inflatable boats that will be used in commercial environments or every day at extreme weather conditions, our PVC fabric is an economical and reliable alternative to more expensive Hypalon. PVC is easier to fix, it holds air better, it costs less, and the new generation of PVC is almost as tough as Hypalon. Hypalon has a very good UV-resistance, however PVC treated with 303 Aerospace Protectant available at West Marine stores will match UV protection characteristics of Hypalon.

Technical Specifications of PVC Fabric:

- Adhesive structure
- Polyurethane glue
- Cold welding
- Made by hand
- Four layer reinforced seams

Outside PVC layers offers:
Abrasion resistance;
Extreme condition resistance;
Chemical resistance

	Abrasion resistance: The chemical formula of the outside PVC layer makes the material abrasive resistant and airtight properties: 200*170 N/5cm(± 20)		Chemical resistance: Strong resistance to Hydrocarbon, Sunlight, Seawater, Oil and Fuel. Thanks to this properties which protect the material from fading and ageing.
	Extreme condition resistance: Low & High temperature resistance: -30 + 70°C		Dimensional stability: 1% (24hrs-70°C) Tensile and tear strength: 3800*3550 (± 250)

PVC Fabric Test Results:

Test Conducted	Result		Test Method
	Warp	Weft
Tensile Strength	533 lbs(240kg) 750lbs/5cm (340kg/5cm)	533 lbs(240kg) 650lbs/5cm (295kg/5cm)	FS-191A-5100(CRE) (GRAB TEST) FS-191A-5100(CRE) (CUT STRIP TEST)
Tear Strength	40 lbs (18kg)	40 lbs (18kg)	FS-191A -5134(CRE) (TRAPEZOID TEST) FS -191A-5134(CRE) (TONGUE TEST)
	80 lbs (36kg)	100 lbs (45kg)
Adhesion Resistance (1inch)	25-35 lbs (11-16kg)		FS-191A-5970(CRE)
Resistance to low Temperature	No Cracking and Flecking		MIL - C - 20696 (-40C, -40F)
Colorfastness to Light	80 hours exposure 6-7 Grade		AATCC 16E Xenon-arc-lamp
Resistance to Abrasion	Weight Loss Face 1%, Back 1.3%		Face 600 Cycle, Back 400 Cycle

TEST METHOD	TEST ITEM	UNIT	RESULT
- - -	APPILICATION	- - -	ARCHITECTURE
- - -	ITEM	- - -	ADT NO.00017
- - -	BASE FABRIC	- - -	1100 Dtex,POLYESTER
- - -	COATING MATERIAL	- - -	PASTE
- - -	FABRIC DENSITY	Thread/Inch	28 / 26
DIN 53352	FINISHED WEIGHT	gr/㎡	1100
DIN 53353	FINISHED THICKNESS	m/m	0.9
DIN 53354	STRIP TENSILE	Kgf/ 2Inch	340 / 300
	ELONGATION	%	22 / 35
DIN 53363	TRAPIZOID TEAR	Kgf	45 / 40
DIN 53357	ADHESION	Kgf / Inch	7.8/ 6.8
DIN 53361	LOW TEMP.RESISTANCE	degree C	-25
- - -	WARRANTY	YEAR	3

WE BELIEVE THIS INFORMATION IS THE BEST CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.
SPECIFICATION AND ABOVE ARE AVERAGE OF TEST RESULTS.

PVC or Hypalon? See what inflatable boats leader ZODIAC saying about that: "...PVC coated fabric was even more durable and held air better than Hypalon. PVC is highly resistant to sun and pollutants. PVC is highly resistant to abrasion. PVC is tough and durable...Some of expensive brands's commercial models still use Hypalon, but the company is leading the way to update 1948 military specifications to call for PVC coated fabric. Today, more inflatable boats sold are made of PVC than Hypalon..." Source: www.zodiacmarineusa.com/about/fabrictech.htm