Cuben Fiber (CTF3)CTF3 Cuben Fiber is especially formulated for the outdoor recreation market. It can be sewn together and/or bonded together using speciality bonding tape. It is highly waterproof, extremely strong, and is especially suited for ultra-lightweight backpacking products. Depending on the weight of the material, it is used mainly for tents, tarps, ground cloths, packs and other extremely lighweight products. The 0.51 oz/yd2 cuben fiber is perfect for tarps, tent flys, ground cloths, and stuff sacks. Also note that Cuben Fiber is slightly clear.
Cuben Fiber(CTF3) is a laminated fabric constructed from non-woven composite laminates utilizing DSM Dyneema® fibers. Dyneema® is a super-strong polyethylene fiber that offers maximum strength combined with minimum weight. It is up to 15 times stronger than quality steel and up to 40% stronger than Aramid fibers, both on weight for weight basis. Dyneema® floats on water and is extremely durable and resistant to moisture, UV light and chemicals.
We sell Cubin Fiber in 1/2 yard increments. Choose how many 1/2 yards you need in the shopping chart and click update cart. Your number of 1/2 yardage will be properly calculated. The roll width of the fiber is 54". You need to order the linear 1/2 yards of the roll width. You will receive the yardage length in a continuous piece. (Please note: Due to the manufacturing process, the maximum continuous length is limited to 45 yards. You can order more, but there will be a cut at 45 yards.)
We also sell the double sided adhesive tape that works great with Cuben Fiber fabric. Just peel the celophane paper from each side and adhere it to the the Cuben fiber to form the seam. No sewing required for most projects. Extremely strong and very water resistant.
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