TM 1-1500-204-23-11
at the edges so that vacuum can be applied. The
wrinkling when handling the bagging material. Use
bagging ilm most typically used is 2 to 4 mils (0.05
caution when using sharp edged tools to avoid cutting
to 0.1 mm) in thickness. Thicker ilms reduce the
the bagging ilm.
likelihood of punctures on complex shapes. Avoid
Material Temperature Capabilities
Application
Material
Maximum Temperature 1
Polyethylene
<120 to 250 F
Vacuum Bag
Nylon
<400 F
Polyimide
<800 F
Low Temperature
<180 to 250 F
Sealant Tape 2
General Purpose
<400 F
High Temperature
<800 F
Polyester
<400 F
Breather/Bleeder
Nylon
<450 F
<900 F
Polyvinyl Chloride
<180 F
Polyvinyl Alcohol
<250 F
Release Film
Nylon
<400 F
Fluorinated Polymer Films
<450 F
Polyimide
<700 F
Polyester
<400 F
Nylon
<400 F
Peel Ply
Coated Fiberglass
<550 F
Aramid
<800 F
<900 F