Vectran® Webbing Manufacturer
Vectran®, manufactured by Kuraray, is a high-performance yarn made from liquid crystal polymer. Vectran® is known for its great strength properties, including a high strength-to-weight ratio, low creep, and high abrasion resistance. Vectran® webbing and straps also have good flex fatigue properties, meaning the fibers can be bent repeatedly without compromising the fiber.
Vectran® is an ideal choice for low-stretch webbing, offering enhanced stability and minimal elongation under tension. However, Vectran® does poorly with UV-ray exposure, which causes strength loss. Vectran®’s minimal moisture absorption and excellent chemical resistance have made it a popular choice in situations where moisture and other corrosives are common, such as in protective clothing or for use in deep-sea operations. Vectran® is also becoming more common in aerospace applications; several inflatable spacecraft used by NASA use Vectran® fibers. Vectran® melts at 662°F.
Note that these are just a small sampling of products that we offer. Don’t see a product that will meet your requirements? Please contact us. We have been making custom solutions for over 100 years and would be more than happy to help you develop a product that meets your needs.
Vectran® Webbing Products
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Sturges Part No. X-5944
4-5/8″ Vectran® Webbing; High Strength; Low Creep
Sturges Part No. X-6584
19mm Polyester over Vectran® Webbing
Sturges Part No. X-6658
1″ Vectran® Webbing
Sturges Part No. 34562
1″ Vectran® Webbing; MBS 5,000 lbs
Kevlar®, Kevlar® EXO™, and Nomex® are registered trademarks of affiliates of Arclin
Dyneema® is a registered trademark of Avient Protective Materials.
Vectran® is a registered trademark of Kuraray America, Inc.
Zylon® is a registered trademark of Toyobo MC Corporation for PBO fiber.
Ensorba® is a registered trademark of Sturges Manufacturing Co., Inc
Vectran® webbing is made from high-performance liquid crystal polymer (LCP) fibers that provide exceptional strength, low stretch, and excellent dimensional stability. Unlike other fibers, Vectran® maintains its properties under high loads, extreme temperatures, and repeated stress, making it ideal for demanding applications in aerospace, industrial lifting, and high-performance safety equipment. Its combination of lightweight construction, low creep, and superior abrasion resistance sets it apart from other engineered webbings.
Yes. At Sturges Manufacturing, we specialize in custom-engineered Vectran® webbing tailored to your application’s unique requirements. Our team can adjust fiber orientation, weave pattern, width, thickness, and protective treatments to optimize performance for specific load capacities, environmental conditions, and regulatory standards. This ensures Vectran® webbing delivers reliable strength, low stretch, and durability in demanding aerospace, industrial, and safety-critical applications.
Vectran® webbing offers exceptional strength, low stretch, and excellent dimensional stability, making it ideal for demanding applications. Additional benefits include:
- High tensile strength for heavy-duty load-bearing applications
- Low creep to maintain shape and performance under prolonged stress
- Thermal stability for extreme temperature environments
- Superior abrasion and cut resistance for long-lasting durability
- Lightweight construction for applications where reducing weight is critical
These properties make Vectran® webbing a preferred choice for aerospace, industrial, and safety-critical applications where reliability and performance are essential.