COATS Helios P PTFE Thread (UV)
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SOLD PER KILO, PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECT FOR PRICING AND AVAILABLE CONE SIZES.
The strongest PTFE thread on the market, offering superior chemical, heat and UV-resistance for products exposed to harsh weather conditions with a 15 year Coats warranty. Helios P is a high performance sewing thread, made from 100% polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), offering excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, solvents, heat, hydrolysis and UV. Helios P is suitable for use in the production of outdoor goods like awnings, boat covers, etc. which are exposed to the harsh environment (ultraviolet rays, rain, salt water etc.). Thanks to its unique properties Helios P is also an excellent solution for demanding filtration products. Helios P can resist temperatures of approx 260°C Helios P has been designed with strength in mind. It is the strongest PTFE sewing thread made to date.Available Sizes:
- Metric 10tkt (Tex 266) - 3,200mtrs per kilo
- Metric 18tkt (Tex 166) - 5,600mtrs per kilo
Colours Available:
Black or White (opaque)Recommended Needle Size:
140-160Strength:
- Metric 10tkt - 8160cN
- Metric 18tkt - 5100cN
Elongation:
6-10%Features & Benefits:
- 15 Year Warranty
- Guaranteed to totally inert against chemical attack
- Guaranteed to totally be resistant to degradation by UV
- High tenacity and has excellent sewing performance
- Resistant to most mineral acids
- High resistance to alkalis
- Maximum permanent heat resistance 260ºC
Usage Areas:
- Automotive & Marine Trimming
- Boat tops
- Awnings
- Sails
- Sunshades and canopies
- Outdoor furniture & goods
- Demanding filtration products
Metric Ticket Count (Nm) = Number of hanks of 1000 metres/kg
Tex = Weight in grams of 1,000 metres
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Please note: Extra lead time applies on orders which include custom or special order products.
If you are not happy with your order, we can offer a replacement, exchange or a refund if preferred (conditions apply). All returns are subject to us receiving the item back in original packaging and saleable condition within 7 days of purchase, unless otherwise authorized.
Please note: We do not offer returns for change of mind on special order items such as special-order fabric, custom-cut foam or on clearance items.