Unidirectional Fabric
Unidirectional fabric is constructed where the majority of fibres run in one direction typically 0˚ or 90˚ and a small number of fibres run in an alternate direction to hold the primary fibres in position.
The Benefits
- Optimised mechanical performance through fibre alignment in the primary load direction
- High areal weights available (up to 2,000g/m² and above) for structural applications
- Improved resin flow characteristics in infusion and RTM processes, reducing the risk of dry spots
- Enhanced laminate consistency and quality, particularly in thicker sections
- Efficient processing and handling, supporting repeatability in manufacturing
What We Offer
The current range of unidirectional (UD) fabrics includes Glass, Carbon and Aramid fibres, available in a standard weight range from 155g to 1200g (Glass) and 80g to 1200g (Carbon).
For applications requiring enhanced process efficiency and laminate quality, advanced solutions such as Steady Plus and Magic Flow are available. These engineered non-crimp fabrics are designed to optimise resin flow during infusion and RTM processes, helping to reduce dry spots, improve wet-out, and enhance consistency in finished components.
Steady Plus integrates a flow-enhancing layer within the fabric structure, supporting faster and more controlled resin distribution, while Magic Flow is specifically developed for thick laminate applications, enabling high flow rates through component thicknesses of up to 140 mm. This makes it particularly suited to demanding structural parts where maintaining laminate quality and reducing infusion time are critical.
These materials support improved processing reliability and component performance across advanced manufacturing applications.
For more information on woven unidirectional Aramid fabrics or advanced UD solutions, please contact the team at Cristex.
Unidirectional Woven Fabrics Carbon Fibre
| Reference | Weight g/m² | Weight Warp % | Weight Weft % | Fibre Warp | Fibre Weft | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GV 160 U | 160 | 98% | 3% | Carbon Fibre 3K | E-glass - EC5 11 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 170 U | 173 | 81% | 19% | Carbon Fibre 3K | E-glass - EC9 68 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 200 U | 220 | 80 | 20 | Carbon Fibre 3K | E-glass - EC9 68 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 330 U | 325 | 94 | 6 | Carbon Fibre 12K | E-glass - EC9 68 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 420 U | 421 | 95 | 5 | Carbon Fibre 12K | E-glass - EC9 68 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 620 U | 630 | 94 | 6 | Carbon Fibre 24K | E-glass - EC9 136 TEX | 50/100 |
Unidirectional Woven Fabrics Glass Fibre
| Reference | Weight g/m² | Weight Warp % | Weight Weft % | Fibre Warp | Fibre Weft | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V 210 U | 223 | 93% | 7% | E-glass 300 TEX | E-glass EC9 34 TEX | 100/120 |
Woven Thermofixed Unidirectional Fabrics Carbon Fibre
| Reference | Weight g/m² | Weight Warp % | Weight Weft % | Fibre Warp | Fibre Weft | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GV 201 U TFX | 218 | 92 | 8 | Carbon Fibre 12K | Thermoplastic yarn 110 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 300 U TFX | 322 | 94 | 6 | Carbon Fibre 12K | Thermoplastic yarn 110 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 400 U TFX | 418 | 96 | 4 | Carbon Fibre 12K | Thermoplastic yarn 110 TEX | 50/100 |
| GV 601 U TFX | 626 | 97 | 3 | Carbon Fibre 24K | Thermoplastic yarn 110 TEX | 50/100 |
Woven Thermofixed Unidirectional Fabrics Glass Fibre
| Reference | Weight g/m² | Weight Warp % | Weight Weft % | Fibre Warp | Fibre Weft | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V 300 U TFX | 315 | 95 | 5 | E-glass Roving 600 TEX | Thermoplastic yarn 110 TEX | 50/100 |
| V 500 U TFX | 515 | 97 | 3 | E-glass Roving 1200 TEX | Thermoplastic yarn 110 TEX | 50/100 |
Unidirectional Non-Crimp Fabrics Carbon Fibre
| Reference | Weight g/m² | 0º | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30003791 | 314 | 300g ZOLTEK 50K | 123 |
| 30004044 | 603 | 581g ZOLTEK 50K | 123 |
Unidirectional Non-Crimp Fabrics Glass Fibre
| Reference | Weight g/m² | 0º | 90º | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30007510 | 640 | 567g 1200 TEX | 35g 68 TEX | 126 |
| 30000124 | 1200 | 1134g 2400 TEX | 54g 60 TEX | 130 |
STEADY Plus Glass
| Datasheet | Weight g/m² | 0º | 90º | Width cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30018673 | 622 | 585 | 4 | 10 |
| 30018674 | 622 | 585 | 4 | 20 |
| 30018675 | 622 | 585 | 4 | 30 |
| 30018641 | 1007 | 970 | 4 | 10 |
| 30018665 | 1007 | 970 | 4 | 20 |
| 30018666 | 1007 | 970 | 4 | 30 |
| 30018668 | 1207 | 1170 | 4 | 10 |
| 30018671 | 1207 | 1170 | 4 | 20 |
| 30018672 | 1207 | 1170 | 4 | 30 |
STEADY Plus Carbon
| Reference | Weight g/m² | 0º | 90º | Width (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30018324 | 602 | 565 | 4 | 10 |
| 30015315 | 602 | 565 | 4 | 15 |
| 30018467 | 602 | 565 | 4 | 20 |
| 30015316 | 602 | 565 | 4 | 30 |
| 30018077 | 1041 | 1004 | 4 | 10 |
| 30018471 | 1041 | 1004 | 4 | 15 |
| 30018078 | 1041 | 1004 | 4 | 20 |
| 30018472 | 1041 | 1004 | 4 | 30 |
| 30018676 | 1218 | 1181 | 4 | 10 |
| 30018677 | 1218 | 1181 | 4 | 15 |
| 30018678 | 1218 | 1181 | 4 | 20 |
| 30018679 | 1218 | 1181 | 4 | 30 |
Magic Flow - Carbon
| Reference | Weight g/m² | Fiber | Width (cm) | Packaging | Roll Length / Weight | Pallet Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40012345 | 1400 | Panex 35-13 50K | 10 | 6 rolls x 6 | 50 lm – 6.5 kg | 480 |
| 40012346 | 1400 | Panex 35-13 50K | 15 | 6 rolls x 4 | 50 lm – 9.8 kg | 485 |
| 40012347 | 1400 | Panex 35-13 50K | 20 | 6 rolls x 3 | 50 lm – 13.0 kg | 490 |
| 40012348 | 1400 | Panex 35-13 50K | 30 | 6 rolls x 2 | 50 lm – 19.5 kg | 480 |
| 40012355 | 1600 | Panex 35-13 50K | 10 | 6 rolls x 6 | 40 lm – 7.2 kg | 500 |
| 40012356 | 1600 | Panex 35-13 50K | 15 | 6 rolls x 4 | 40 lm – 10.8 kg | 505 |
| 40012357 | 1600 | Panex 35-13 50K | 20 | 6 rolls x 3 | 40 lm – 14.4 kg | 510 |
| 40012358 | 1600 | Panex 35-13 50K | 30 | 6 rolls x 2 | 40 lm – 21.6 kg | 500 |
| 40012365 | 1800 | Panex 35-13 50K | 10 | 6 rolls x 6 | 35 lm – 7.0 kg | 520 |
| 40012366 | 1800 | Panex 35-13 50K | 15 | 6 rolls x 4 | 35 lm – 10.5 kg | 525 |
| 40012367 | 1800 | Panex 35-13 50K | 20 | 6 rolls x 3 | 35 lm – 14.0 kg | 530 |
| 40012368 | 1800 | Panex 35-13 50K | 30 | 6 rolls x 2 | 35 lm – 21.0 kg | 520 |
