Fiberglass Storage Tank Performance Features

Physical Properties: The specific gravity of glass fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) is typically 1.8-2.1, which is 1/4-1/5 of steel, and its specific strength is higher than that of steel, cast iron, and plastic. 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, if not exceeding, that of carbon steel, and its strength-to-weight ratio can be compared to that of high-grade alloy steel.

2. Excellent corrosion resistance: Resists atmospheric, 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 performance: The thermal conductivity of glass fiber reinforced plastic is low, at 1.25~1.67 kJ/(m·h·K) at room temperature, which is only 1/100 to 1/1000 of that of metals, making it an excellent insulating material.

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