- Helen Thayer

CORDURA® Ballistic Fabric

Durable. Versatile. Reliable.

Overview
Markets and End Uses
Qualifying Fibers
Where to Buy

Description

CORDURA® Ballistic fabric provides durable performance for a variety of end uses, including packs, luggage, workwear and motorcycle apparel. Products made with CORDURA® Ballistic fabrics feature enhanced tear and abrasion resistance, and long-lasting durability. CORDURA® Ballistic fabric is constructed with qualifying INVISTA yarns which are woven in the classic 2x2 basket weave construction, dyed and finished in accordance with INVISTA's approved fabric standards for the CORDURA® brand.

Benefits

Original ballistic weave developed for military body armor
Densely woven, high-strength nylon fabric
Exceptional abrasion, tear and puncture resistance
Designed for maximum durability and long-lasting performance

Typical Fabric Constructions

Minimum 2x2 basket weave

Woven

Market Segments and End Uses

Military/Tactical/Law Enforcement
- Equipment
- Footwear
Outdoor/Recreation
- Equipment
- Footwear
- PFDs/Scuba Gear
- Equestrian/Pets
Travel/Accessories
- Luggage
- Daypacks / Accessories
Workwear/Protective Apparel
- Reinforcements
- Motorcycle Wear
- Safety Footwear
Apparel
- Activewear/Outerwear
- Hunting/Fishing
- Athletic Footwear

INVISTA Qualifying Yarn Types

Dtex (Denier)	Filaments	Product ID	Lustre	Type	Polymer
470 (420)	68	706	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
470 (420)	68	725	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
470 (420)	68	743	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
470 (420)	70	793	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6
470 (420)	136	769	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
470 (420)	140	749	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
700 (630)	105	728	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
700 (630)	105	793	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6
940 (840)	140	715	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
940 (840)	140	793	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6
1170 (1050)	140	715	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6
1170 (1050)	140	793	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6
1400 (1260)	210	728	BRIGHT	FDY	NYLON 6.6