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Properties for quartz fibers.
| Mechanical properties | Strength (MPa) | Modulus (GPa) |
|---|---|---|
| Virgin filament | 6,000 (tensile) | 78 (tensile) |
| Yarn | 1,500 (tensile) | 78 (tensile) |
| Unidirectional composite | 1,200 (flexural) | 35 (flexural) |
Density 2.2 g/cm3; Fiber Diameter 9 μm.
