Kitespar
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'''Kitespar''', or pultruded fiberglass tubing, is a material originally designed for use in kite framing (hence the name), which is also widely used in [[Belegarth]] [[:Category:Weapons Construction]] for creating [[ultralight weapons]]. | '''Kitespar''', or pultruded fiberglass tubing, is a material originally designed for use in kite framing (hence the name), which is also widely used in [[Belegarth]] [[:Category:Weapons Construction]] for creating [[ultralight weapons]]. | ||
The .505" diameter size is popular for use in blue weapons. | The .505" diameter size is popular for use in blue weapons. | ||
Revision as of 08:12, 15 April 2006
Kitespar, or pultruded fiberglass tubing, is a material originally designed for use in kite framing (hence the name), which is also widely used in Belegarth Category:Weapons Construction for creating ultralight weapons. The .505" diameter size is popular for use in blue weapons.
Properties of pultruded structural shapes: Lightweight - less density - 20% of steel; 70% of aluminum High Strength - stronger than structural steel pound for pound Superior dimensional stability - wide temperature range uses and thermal expansion values better than 50% of mild steel 35% of stainless steel and 25% of aluminum Thermal insulation - high strength and insulating values Corrosion resistance - harsh elements and environments Consistent cross section (as found on Tencom's website.[1])
Sources of Kitespar
- Gone With The Wind Kites
- Kite Building Graphite & Fiberglass Tube
- Edhellen Armoury (also available in .605")
