973 & 973CX1
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973 & 973CX1 ENHANCE SURFACE AESTHETICS & PERFORMANCE Product Benefits 973 family of products represents a compelling solution for Sheet Molding Compound (SMC) Class A & semi-structural parts where efficient processing, superior surface finish and mechanical properties are required. • 973 & 973CX1 multi-end rovings are made from Advantex® continuous glass filaments. • These products are compatible with polyester and vinyl-ester resin systems; as well as polyurethane resins used in Long Fiber Injection (LFI) processes. Efficient processability • Proprietary sizing enables optimal processability in both SMC and LFI processes with: low static and fuzz, easy chopping without long fiber cuts, and excellent runnabillty with smooth unwinding. Class A surface finish • Excellent wetting characteristics allow lower sheet density, resulting in Class A surface quality in Low Profile SMC. High mechanical properties • Optimal adherence to the resin matrix, along with excellent wetting characteristics provide enhanced mechanical properties in semi-structural applications. Enhanced service life • Advantex® glass helps fight corrosion, enhancing service life compared to standard E-glass. 973 & 973CX1 products are designed to provide optimal mechanical and aesthetics performance in Low Profile Class A automotive and semistructural heavy truck applications. Good surface finish can also be achieved in LFI applications with inmold coating. Product Data Sheet | 973 & 973CX1 |

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Technical Characteristics (Nominal Values) Packaging and Labeling Available worldwide — other Tex may be available upon request. MANUFACTURING REGION PRODUCT/ DOFF DESCRIPTION HEIGHT (MM/IN) North America Latin America Asia Pacific LINEAR WEIGHT OF ROVING (TEX) YIELDS (YDS/LB) Each bobbin is protected by a plastic film (Tack-Pak™). Please do not remove film during use. Creel-Pak™ packaging is available upon request. Each bobbin has a self-adhesive identification label, showing the product reference and the production date. Each pallet has at least one identification label detailing the...

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