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| The following chart illustrates many of the characteristics of fibers that are commonly |
| used in netting. The requirements needed for a specific application will determine |
| the best fiber. Example: If the desired result is netting which will floats on the | |
| surface of water and is resistant to mildew, then Polyethylene is best. | |
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| | | | | Nylon | | | | Ultra High Molecular |
| | | | | (Polyamide) | | Polyethylene | | Weight Polyethylene |
| | | | | | | | | (UHMWPE) |
| Strength | | | | | | | | |
| Grams per denier | | | 7.0- 9.5 | | 6 | | 30 |
| Shock Load Absorption | | Excellent | | Fair | | Fair |
| Elongation | | | | | | | |
| Percent on Break | | | 18-25% | | 15-20% | | 3.50% |
| Creep | | | | Moderate | | High | | Moderate |
| Weight | | | | | | | | |
| Specific Gravity | | | 1.14 | | 0.95 | | 0.97 |
| Floats | | | | No | | Yes | | Yes |
| Effects of Moisture | | | | | | | |
| Water Absorption | | | 2-8% | | None | | None |
| Dielectric Properties | | Poor | | Excellent | | Excellent |
| Degradation | | | | | | | |
| Resistance to Ultra Violet | | Good | | Fair | | Fair |
| Resistance to Rot & Mildew | | Excellent | | Excellent | | Excellent |
| Thermal Properties | | | | | | | |
| Melts at | | | | 420-480 F | | 275 F | | 297 F |
| Resistance | | | | | | | |
| Resistance to Acids | | | Fair | | Excellent | | Excellent |
| Resistance to Alkalis | | Very Good | | Excellent | | Excellent |
| Resistance to Oil and Gas | | Very Good | | Very Good | | Very Good |