Afiberit

Afiberit is a trade name used for a family of synthetic fibers marketed for high strength, stiffness, and durability. The term is applied by different manufacturers to products with varying formulations and production methods. The exact material composition is not standardized across all Afiberit offerings; common characteristics include high tensile strength, relatively low density, good abrasion resistance, and chemical stability.

Afiberit fibers are produced in several forms, including staple fibers for yarns, continuous filaments for composite reinforcements, and prepregs for aerospace and automotive applications. Manufacturing methods typically involve polymer extrusion or solution-spinning, followed by drawing to align the polymer chains and, in some cases, surface treatments or coatings to improve bonding with matrices.

In performance terms, Afiberit products are positioned as light-weight, high-modulus fibers with strong damage tolerance. They are commonly used as reinforcement in polymer matrices, where they can enhance stiffness, strength, and impact resistance, as well as in protective textiles and industrial filtration.

Market and adoption: Through licensing and cooperation among manufacturers, Afiberit offerings have been incorporated into composites for automotive components, sporting goods, and aerospace structures, alongside competing fiber systems such as aramids, UHMWPE, and carbon fibers. The brand positioning varies by region and supplier.

See also Kevlar, Twaron, Dyneema, carbon fiber.