Oratex

Oratex is an innovative, water-based, solvent-free, pre-coloured aircraft covering system. It arrives ready to use, making it easy to apply while ensuring remarkable durability and stability.

Unlike other systems, Oratex eliminates the need for additional sealers, primers, UV protection, or paint.

The most significant benefit lies in its lightweight construction which can reduce an aircraft’s weight by 10 to 30 kilograms. This makes it an appealing choice for builders seeking both efficiency and performance in their light aircraft.

Oratex UL 600

Oratex UL 600 is specifically tailored for microlight and light wing loading aircraft with a gross weight of up to 600kg. In the UK, this corresponds to a wing loading of 11.6 pounds per square foot and a VNE of 170 miles per hour. This specialised covering system ensures optimal performance and safety for these types of aircraft.

ORATEX® UL 600 MK3 MTOW max. 600 Kg 

Material: Polyester fabric (plain weave) with colour coating 

Weight of the uncoated fabric: 55 – 65 g/m2 

Weight of the coated fabric: 92 – 122 g/m2 (dependent on colour) 

Tensile strength lengthwise: 750 – 1050 N / 50 mm 

Tensile strength crosswise: 650 – 950 N / 50 mm 

Breaking extension lengthwise: 10- 18 % 

Breaking extension crosswise: 11 – 20 % 

Tear propagation load lengthwise: 18 – 24 N 

Tear propagation load crosswise: 16 – 22 N 

Burst strength: 500 – 700 kPa Burst elevation: 14 – 18 mm

 Air permeability: Airtight (0,0 mm/s) 

Shrinkage lengthwise: 8 – 12 % 

Shrinkage crosswise: 8 – 12 %

Flammability: not flammable

Melting Point: 250 °C

Certified for use in Europe and Canada

Oratex 6000

Oratex 6000, known for its enhanced strength and durability, was initially developed for aircraft with a maximum weight capacity of 6000 kg. Recently, there has been a growing preference among builders of lightweight aircraft to choose Oratex 6000, capitalising on its exceptional properties.

ORATEX® 6000 MTOW max. 6000 Kg 

Material: Polyester fabric (plain weave) with colour coating 

Weight of the uncoated fabric: 95 -105 g/m2 

Weight of the coated fabric: 140 – 160 g/m2 (dependent on colour)

 Tensile strength lengthwise: 1300 – 1600 N / 50 mm 

Tensile strength crosswise: 1100 – 1400 N / 50 mm 

Breaking extension lengthwise: 12 – 20 % 

Breaking extension crosswise: 12 – 20 % 

Tear propagation load lengthwise: 26 – 32 N 

Tear propagation load crosswise: 28 – 34 N 

Burst strength: >1000 kPa Burst elevation: >15 mm 

Air permeability: Airtight (0,0 mm/s) 

Shrinkage lengthwise: 9- 13 % 

Shrinkage crosswise: 8 – 12 % 

Flammability: not flammable

Melting Point: 250 °C

Certified for use in Europe and Canada

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