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From rocket boosters and race cars to industrial furnaces and fuel cells, 3M™ Nextel™  Ceramic Fibers and Textiles are made to meet some of today's most demanding thermal, mechanical and electrical performance requirements.

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Discover the benefits of Nextel products in your industry

Nextel Ceramic Fibers and Textiles are available as rovings, yarns, sewing threads, fabrics, tapes, braided sleevings, and chopped fiber. They are also increasingly used in the development of continuous-fiber reinforced composite materials, including Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs), Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs), and Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs).

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  • 3M Nextel Ceramic Fibers and Textiles Technical Reference Guide PDF

    Selecting the right material

    Nextel products are available in four different fiber types to help meet the unique needs of your application. For detailed product information see the technical reference guide or contact us to discuss the best product for you.

    3M Nextel Ceramic Fibers and Textiles Technical Reference Guide (PDF, 3.8 MB)

  • 3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 312 properties and rolls
    3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 312

    Commonly used for:
     

    • Industrial insulation and expansion joint applications
    • Gas-fired infrared burners
    • Aerospace blankets and seals for burn-through applications
  • 3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 440 rolls and properties
    3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 440

    Commonly used for:
     

    • Industrial insulation and expansion joint applications
    • Investment casting mold reinforcement
    • Rocket motor insulation blankets
  • 3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 610 rolls and properties
    3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 610

    Commonly used for:
     

    • Hot gas washed exhaust components in aircraft
    • Industrial flame injectors
    • Heat treatment carriers
  • 3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 720 rolls and properties
    3M™ Nextel™ Fiber 720

    Commonly used for:
     

    • Creep resistant, hot gas washed exhaust components in aircraft
    • High temperature load carrying components

Nextel resources

  • General resources

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Fibers and Textiles Brochure (PDF, 1.08 MB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Fibers and Textiles Technical Reference Guide (PDF, 3.08 MB)

  • Technical data sheets

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Rovings and Chopped Fibers 312 and 440 (PDF, 562 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Fabrics 312 and 440 (PDF, 111 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Sleevings 312 and 440 (PDF, 126 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Woven Tapes 312 and 440 (PDF, 105 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Sewing Threads 312 and 440 (PDF, 109 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Structural Fabrics 610 and 720 (PDF, 123 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Structural Rovings and Chopped Fibers 610 and 720 (PDF, 112 KB)

  • White papers and case studies

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Fibers for High Temperature Dynamic Sealing Applications (PDF, 498 KB)

    3M™ Nextel™ Ceramic Fibers Process Heater Case Study (PDF, 563 KB)


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3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00088, 3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312 is made from 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers. These chopped fibers are used as a reinforcement or filler material in high-stress, high-temperature applications, most notably for their role in ceramic underbody tiles which protect NASA space shuttles. These fibers are commonly chopped to 1/8", 1/4" and 1/2" lengths but are also available in custom lengths upon request.

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, Style AC-8 Calcined, 1/4 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

7010294037

Previous 3M Stock

98040026548

UPC

00051115075674

Alternative ID

312

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00088, 3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312 is made from 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers. These chopped fibers are used as a reinforcement or filler material in high-stress, high-temperature applications, most notably for their role in ceramic underbody tiles which protect NASA space shuttles. These fibers are commonly chopped to 1/8", 1/4" and 1/2" lengths but are also available in custom lengths upon request.

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, Style AC-8, 299 Sizing, 1300 D, 1/8 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

7010320521

Previous 3M Stock

98040024873

UPC

00051115073007

Alternative ID

312

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00088, 3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312 is made from 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers. These chopped fibers are used as a reinforcement or filler material in high-stress, high-temperature applications, most notably for their role in ceramic underbody tiles which protect NASA space shuttles. These fibers are commonly chopped to 1/8", 1/4" and 1/2" lengths but are also available in custom lengths upon request.

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, Style AC-8 Calcined, 1/8 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

7010320545

Previous 3M Stock

98040059697

UPC

00051115097171

Alternative ID

312

3M™ Nextel™ Plied Yarn 312

3M™ Nextel™ Yarn 312

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Sleeving AS-40

3M™ Nextel™ Sleeving AS-40

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Served Roving 610

3M™ Nextel™ Roving 610

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Roving 720

3M™ Nextel™ Roving 720

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-10

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-10

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-62

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-62

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Sleeving BS-40

3M™ Nextel™ Sleeving BS-40

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Plied Yarn 440, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00077, 3M™ Nextel™ Plied Yarn 440 is made from 3M™ Nextel™ 440 Grade continuous filament ceramic oxide fiber that is designed to maintain strength and flexibility under a variety of extremely high temperature conditions.

3M™ Nextel™ Yarn 440

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Roving 312, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00069, 3M™ Nextel™ Roving 312 consists of continuous filament ceramic fibers and is available in 600, 900, 1200, 1800, and 3600 deniers. Designed to withstand continuous use temperatures of up to  2200oF (1204oC), Nextel™  Roving 312 is ideal for high temperature industrial and aerospace applications. Available served and un-served, and with several sizing options.

3M™ Nextel™ Roving 312

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-14

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-14

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Tape AP-18

3M™ Nextel™ Tape AP-18

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-40

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-40

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Fabric DF-11

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric DF-11

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-25, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00046, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-20 is woven from 3M™ Nextel™ 312 high temperature continuous ceramic oxide roving that is designed to maintain strength and flexibility under a variety of extremely high temperature conditions. Our Nextel fabric AF-20 outperforms the useful limits of other high temperature textiles for improved performance in demanding applications.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-20

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric BF-20

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric BF-20

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-30

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-30

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-34, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00048, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-29 is woven from 3M™ Nextel™ 312 high temperature continuous ceramic oxide roving that is designed to maintain strength and flexibility under a variety of extremely high temperature conditions. Our Nextel fabric AF-29 outperforms the useful limits of other high temperature textiles for improved performance in demanding applications.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-29

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Tape BP-18, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00068, 3M™ Nextel™ Tape BP-18, made from 440 Grade continuous filament ceramic roving and available in multiple widths, is designed for continuous use temperatures up to 2372oF (1300oC).  With an adhesive applied, BP-18 is ideal for insulating or protecting tubes and pipes in high temperature applications. Standard widths are 1, 1.5 and 2 inches.

3M™ Nextel™ Tape BP-18

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric BF-30

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric BF-30

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-12, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00044, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-12 is woven from Nextel 312 high temperature continuous ceramic oxide roving  that is designed to maintain strength and flexibility under a variety of extremely high temperature conditions. Nextel fabric AF-12 outperforms the useful limits of many other high temperature textiles for improved performance in demanding applications.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-12

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Fabric EF-11, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00061, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-11, woven from 720 Grade continuous filament  ceramic 1500 denier roving, is designed to withstand continuous temperatures up to 2200oF (1204oC). A structural fabric with high tensile properties, low weight and moderate air permeability, EF-11 is ideal for ceramic matrix composite applications, and is available both sized and heat cleaned. Standard width: 36 inches.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-11

Options available
3M(TM) Nextel(TM) Fabric DF-13, 4500D, 36 inch wide

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric DF-13-4500

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Fabric DF-19

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric DF-19

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Fabric EF-19, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00062, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-19, woven from 720 Grade continuous filament  ceramic 3000 denier roving, is designed to withstand continuous temperatures up to 2200oF (1204oC). A structural fabric with high tensile properties, medium weight and high air permeability, EF-19 is ideal for ceramic matrix composite applications, and is available both sized and heat cleaned. Standard width: 36 inches.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-19

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-8, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00052, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-8, woven from 312 Grade continuous filament  ceramic 600 denier served yarn is designed to withstand continuous temperatures up to 2200°F (1204°C). Light weight with low air permeability, AF-8 is ideal for high temperature industrial and aerospace applications, and is available both sized and heat cleaned. Standard width: 38 inches.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric AF-8

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Roving 440, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00074, 3M™ Nextel™ roving is made from 3M™ Nextel™ 440 Grade continuous filament ceramic oxide fiber that is designed to maintain strength and flexibility under a variety of extremely high temperature conditions. The 3M Nextel roving portfolio outperforms the useful limits of many other high temperature rovings for high temperature strength and insulation in industrial, aerospace and other applications.

3M™ Nextel™ Roving 440

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Sewing Thread 312

3M™ Nextel™ Sewing Thread 312

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Fabric EF-20, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00063, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-20, woven from 720 Grade continuous filament  ceramic 3000 denier roving, is designed to withstand continuous temperatures up to 2200oF (1204oC). A structural fabric with high tensile properties, higher weight and high air permeability, EF-20 is ideal for ceramic matrix composite applications, and is available both sized and heat cleaned. Standard width: 36 inches.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-20

Options available
3M™ Nextel™ Structural Fabric DF-6, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00060, 3M™ Nextel™ Fabric DF-6, woven from 610 Grade continuous filament ceramic 1500 denier roving, is designed to withstand continuous temperatures up to 2200oF (1204oC). A structural fabric with high tensile properties, low weight and high air permeability, DF-6 is ideal for ceramic matrix composite applications, and is available both sized and heat cleaned. Standard width: 36 inches.

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric DF-6, 1500 D, 36 in Wide, per ft

3M Stock

B40066363

UPC

00051115230417

Alternative ID

DF-6

3M™ Nextel™ Sewing Thread 440, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00076, 3M™ Nextel™ Sewing Thread 440 is made from Nextel™ 440 high temperature continuous ceramic oxide fiber. To impart resiliency, abrasion resistance and improved sewability, ceramic sewing thread 440 is wrapped with rayon fiber. The sewing thread is designed to maintain flexibility and strength at high temperatures where stitching, sewing or quilting are needed.

3M™ Nextel™ Sewing Thread 440, Style BT-30, per lb

3M Stock

B40066366

UPC

00051115113482

Alternative ID

440

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 720

3M Nextel Chopped Fiber 720, Style EC-11, 299 Sizing, 10000 D, 1/4 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

B40066337

UPC

00638060423578

Alternative ID

720

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 610, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00079, 3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 610 is made from alumina-based 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers that are well-suited for use in composite applications – as a filler or as a reinforcement – to improve mechanical and thermal properties. The fibers are commonly chopped to 1/8", 1/4" and 1/2" lengths but custom lengths are also available upon request.

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 610, Style DC-11, 324 Sizing, 10000 D, 1/4 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

B40066331

UPC

00051115166631

Alternative ID

610

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00088, 3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312 is made from 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers. These chopped fibers are used as a reinforcement or filler material in high-stress, high-temperature applications, most notably for their role in ceramic underbody tiles which protect NASA space shuttles. These fibers are commonly chopped to 1/8", 1/4" and 1/2" lengths but are also available in custom lengths upon request.

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, Style AC-8, 299 Sizing, 1300 D, 1/4 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

7010402879

UPC

00051115074660

Alternative ID

312

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, CROP - Center Right Out of Package, IBGBFBV00088, 3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312 is made from 3M™ Nextel™ Fibers. These chopped fibers are used as a reinforcement or filler material in high-stress, high-temperature applications, most notably for their role in ceramic underbody tiles which protect NASA space shuttles. These fibers are commonly chopped to 1/8", 1/4" and 1/2" lengths but are also available in custom lengths upon request.

3M™ Nextel™ Chopped Fiber 312, Style AC-11, 299 Sizing, 3600 D, 1/8 in Long, per lb

3M Stock

7010320553

Previous 3M Stock

98040066981

UPC

00051115115196

Alternative ID

312

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3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-13-4500, 4500 D, 36 in Wide, per ft

3M Stock

7100246388

Previous 3M Stock

98021339167

UPC

00638060425534

Alternative ID

EF-13-4500

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3M™ Nextel™ Yarn 720, 3000D, Water Sized

3M Stock

7010353185

Previous 3M Stock

98040067948

UPC

00051115230394

Alternative ID

720

no alt_text

3M™ Nextel™ Fabric EF-13-4500, Heat Cleaned, 4500 D, 36 in Wide, per ft

3M Stock

7100245876

Previous 3M Stock

98021339159

UPC

00638060425527

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