Specific Gravity -1.44 Melt Point -Chars at +450°
The original high tech fibre, it has exceptional strength for a low weight fibre that can be up to 5 times stronger than steel on an equal weight basis. Kevlar is extremely heat resistant and has exceptional cut resistance; it is used in bullet proof vests for this reason. It is un-affected by water and is also used in the construction of mooring lines and elevator cables. It has little creep and low elongation and is best kept away from alkaline conditions or exposed to chlorine. The main negatives is poor point loading and poor U.V resistance.
