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Light, Durable, Efficient
In
the early 1990’s Bainbridge International’s application of scrim technology,
revolutionised the laminated sailcloth market. Since then Bainbridge has
remained at the leading edge through evolution and perfection of the original
concept. The most recent upgrades to the DIAX range has once again put
Bainbridge at the leading edge.
The DIAX range of high performance laminates
from Bainbridge International is designed to deliver the ultimate combination of light weight
and durability sought by all racing sailors.

DIAX-P
provides superb performance and durability at an economical price.
All styles feature a zero crimp warp and fill, made from the latest Dupont
Dacron and a black polyester diagonal axis scrim. These features support
the bias and lock in sail shape. Ideal for dinghy, sportsboat and club race
applications on yachts up to 40ft. DIAX-P is available in both film/film
and to give extra durability, film/taffeta (PP) constructions.
Construction
All
DIAX products are based on our scrim component technology. Flat, untwisted
ribbons of fibre are formed into a number of scrims that maximise the
performance of the yarn. In every DIAX fabric a zero crimp warp/fill scrim
resists primary and secondary loading. This is combined with a unique
45º diagonal axis scrim to reduce bias stretch.
- DIAX improves sail shape retention
with diagonal axis fibres forming a buttress, locking together the warp and fill yarns to keep
your sail’s design shape.
- DIAX sails are light because bias
loading is resisted by low stretch fibres instead of a heavier thickness of film.
- DIAX sails last because durable multi-axis
yarns are used to resist off-threadline loads, instead of less durable film. The diagonal axis
ribbons also support a traditionally weak area in laminates, reducing degradation from an effect
known as ‘hinging’.
- To further increase durability PP
styles incorporate a taffeta backing.
The
Promise
All DIAX fabrics feature outstanding
low stretch, light weight and durability, and include a revolutionary diagonal axis scrim.
- Proven laminating
technology: Specially developed adhesives optimise bond strength with
minimal weight.
- Ribbon scrim
technology: Scrim fibres are laid as flat tapes rather than round yarns
to reduce thickness and improve adhesion.
- Zero crimp
scrims: All scrims are formed by a bonding process that eliminates the
crimp associated with weaving that results in stretch.
- Reduced hinging:
The triaxial configuration reduces ‘hinging’, a known cause of laminate
breakdown and shrinkage.
- Reduced film
loading: Diagonal axis ribbons resist off threadline loads without relying
on film and locks in sail shape.

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