PVC
Versatile, All-Purpose Core
Lightweight strength for demanding composite applications
Gurit PVC is a closed-cell, cross-linked structural foam core, engineered to deliver an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and long-term durability across a wide range of sandwich construction applications.
Available in standard and high-temperature grades, and suitable for a wide range of composite processing methods, Gurit PVC offers the reliability, versatility, and performance that leading manufacturers depend on.
Key Benefits of Gurit PVC
Very Low resin Absorption
Resulting in saved weight and cost
Outstanding Mechanical performance
Superior strength and stiffness to weight ratio
Moisture and Chemical Resistance
It does not swell, rot or corrode
Thermal and Acoustic Damping
For improved heat energy efficiency and proven sound-absorption capabilities
Dielectric Transparency
Ideal for applications requiring low electromagnetic interference
Self-Extinguishing
Naturally resistant to ignition, improving safety for many applications
Processing and Compliance
- Suitable for vacuum infusion, hand lay-up, prepreg, and resin transfer molding (RTM).
- Compatible with most common resin types including epoxy, polyester and vinyl ester.
- Available in a range of densities and thicknesses, it can be supplied as a pre-cut kit or in sheet form, with the standard Gurit core finishes; Gurit PVC is thermoformable.
- High-temperature processing of up to 140 °C is possible with Gurit PVC HT.
- Gurit PVC is certified by DNV, RINA, and Lloyd’s Register.
Available Densities and typical ranges
Grade
Density
Sheet Size
Unbonded Thickness
(± 2 mm)
PVC 40
40 kg/m3
1330 x 2850 mm
84 mm
PVC 48
48 kg/m3
1270 x 2730 mm
80 mm
PVC 60
60 kg/m3
1150 x 2450 mm
78 mm
PVC 80
80 kg/m3
1020 x 2180 mm
72 mm
PVC 100
100 kg/m3
950 x 2050 mm
68 mm
PVC 130
130 kg/m3
850 x 1900 mm
58 mm
PVC 200
200 kg/m3
750 x 1600 mm
48 mm
PVC 250
250 kg/m3
700 x 1500 mm
47 mm
PVC 60 HT
60 kg/m3
1120 x 2400 mm
78 mm
PVC 80 HT
80 kg/m3
1005 x 2150 mm
75 mm
PVC 100 HT
100 kg/m3
940 x 2030 mm
65 mm
PVC 130 HT
130 kg/m3
850 x 1900 mm
58 mm
Typical Applications
Marine – decks, hull sides, bulkheads, superstructures, and interiors
Renewable Energy – wind turbine blade shells
Transportation – panels, floors, partitions
Industrial – composite structures, tooling, and sandwich panels
Performance
you can trust
Gurit PVC delivers consistent, proven performance across diverse applications. Extensively tested for stability and reliability, it offers the ideal balance of strength, weight, and processing flexibility. Certified confidence – trusted by builders worldwide.
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Gurit Standard Finishes
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