Textiles of 3M's Nextel® Ceramic Fibers are flexible refractory materials available in a variety of fabrics, tapes and braided sleevings useful in applications above 1000°F. Performance comparisons, fabrication information, including sewing techniques using “Nextel” threads and a number of typical refractory applications are described.
Get full access to this article
View all access options for this article.
References
1.
JohnsonD. D., “Nextel 312 Ceramic Fiber from 3M,” before 67th Annual Canvas Products Association International in Toronto, November 15, 1979.
2.
KarstK. A., “Continuous Ceramic Fiber Refractory Insulation,” Proceedings of 1976Wire & Cable Symposium, Cherry Hill, New Jersey.
3.
EverittG. F., “Properties of a New Ceramic Textile Fiber,” before 172nd American Chemical Society Meeting, August 31, 1976, SFO.
4.
WatkinsN. L., “Applications for Nextel® in the Aerospace Industry,” before 27th National SAMPE Symposium and Exhibition in San Diego, California, May 4–6, 1982.