Cable and Fiber Optics
Water-Swellable Binders

Fil–Tec’s “next generation” binders are designed to perform on the most demanding, highest speed production lines. Our water swellable binders comprise a high tenacity, multi–filament yarn with a dispersion of super absorbent polymer that is adhered to the fiber.

Fil–Tec’s patent pending binders offer the following advantages:

Increased absorption capacity and swell rate
Highest absorption capacity of any product offered (up to 7500%)

Fast initial swell rate for enhanced water blocking

Lower Cost Per Yard
Unique bonding technology

Over twice the yield of comparative products used in the market

Increased Efficiency
Twice the meters/package = longer continuous cable production runs

High Speed Production
Tacked packages provide uniform draw–off tension

Clean Running
Unique polymer adhesion technology = minimal dusting/powdering

Improved cable quality

Less machine downtime for cleaning

Less machine wear caused by abrasive SAP polymers