What is Fiberglass Resin?
“Fiberglass Resin” is a liquid used in a two part composit involving fiberglass strands often woven into cloth or mat. Several resins are available for use with mobile audio fiberglass projects. Polyester Resin is the most common because of it’s wide availability and it is the least expensive available. They are also easier to use, and fast curing. Vinyl Ester Resin is a more durable, more heat resistant, stronger resin than polyester. It is also more expensive than polyester, and needs to be mixed more exactly, making it less desirable in car audio. Epoxy Resin is the most expensive resin and is strongest of all three. It is generally used when laminating carbon fibre or kevlar, but can also be used for fiberglass projects.
For the most part, fiberglass statues are the same as resin statues. Made from the threads of glass, fiberglass is created by forcing molten glass through a sieve that spins it into threads. However, since the fiberglass pours as a liquid, it reflects all the fine details of the mold. Concrete, on the other hand, is thick and grainy and does not penetrate well into the fine detail of a mold. Fiberglass is an ideal material for large sculptures because it is light enough that people can move statues made from it without the help of a crane. Fiberglass statues also cost considerably less to ship than concrete statues. Of course, fiberglass is also very strong. It is reinforced and is the same material used to make boat hulls that are designed to withstand the shock and the elements of the sea without breaking. Concrete, while durable enough for outdoor applications, will break into pieces if hit or knocked over. Fiberglass is also a much less expensive medium.
Fiberglass resin is a semi-solid material made with a combination of fiberglass strings and resin. Fiberglass is comprised of very fine glass fibers and is widely used as a reinforcing agent. Resin is a semi-solid substance that contains the properties necessary for it to be used as a base for other materials. The most common use for fiberglass resin is in the repair and restoration of fiberglass boats, cars and motorcycles. Automotive body repair technicians are trained in special techniques required to safely and effectively use this product. Fiberglass resin is also known as fiber-reinforced polymer or glass-reinforced plastic. Fiberglass resin is often applied to the fiberglass frames in need of repair. The addition of the resin creates a product that has a high level of rigidity. This is essential when building anything that must be able to withstand physical pressure. The process used to form boat hulls or automobile body kits makes use of fiberglass resin. When using fiberglass
