Re: denier nylons and their strength...

From: Uncle Al (UncleAl0_at_hate.spam.net)
Date: 12/28/04

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    Date: Tue, 28 Dec 2004 10:35:36 -0800

    JRK wrote:
    >
    > Pardon my ignorance on this matter. I was hoping I could get some
    > explanation of the different strengths and durability of the ballistic
    > nylons...I have been told that 1680 is much stronger and more durable
    > that 1050. Could anyone verify this?

    Your question has been answered in another post. Note that
    Spectra/Dyneema UHMW gel-oriented polyethylene outperforms Kevlar both
    by weight and considerably by environment. Sweat degrades a Kevlar
    vest during acute exposure and progressively over a time. 

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