Fiberglass Storage Tank Performance Features

Physical Properties: The specific gravity of glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) is typically 1.8-2.1, which is 1/4 to 1/5 of steel, and has a higher specific strength than steel, cast iron, and plastics. The coefficient of thermal expansion of GFRP is roughly equivalent to that of steel, while its thermal conductivity is only 0.5% of steel's.

Fiberglass storage tanks feature the following characteristics:

1. Lightweight and High Strength: With a relative density between 1.5 to 2.0, it is only 1/4 to 1/5 of carbon steel, yet its tensile strength is close to, or even exceeds, carbon steel, with a specific strength that compares favorably to high-grade alloy steel.

2. Excellent corrosion resistance: Resists atmospheric conditions, water, and general concentrations of acids, bases, salts, as well as various oils and solvents.

3. Excellent electrical properties: Suitable for manufacturing insulators.

4. Excellent thermal properties: Glass fiber has a low thermal conductivity, ranging from 1.25 to 1.67 kJ/(m·h·K) at room temperature, which is only 1/100 to 1/1000 of metal, making it an excellent insulating material.

5. Excellent Processability: Can flexibly select molding processes based on the product's shape, technical requirements, and application; simple process allows for one-time molding, with outstanding economic benefits.