waterproof fabrics and waterproof breathable fabrics from Cooper Fabrics

Waterproof fabrics from Cooper Fabrics

Cooper Fabrics offers a variety of waterproof fabrics and waterproof breathable fabrics created through our fabric conversion process. The fabric conversion/lamination process involves bonding a film to a fabric to make it waterproof. We offer different films that create versatile waterproof fabrics and waterproof breathable fabrics.

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Films for waterproof fabrics and waterproof breathable fabrics

Our films that create waterproof fabrics come in a variety of thicknesses and membrane ratings. We stock our own trademarked Coopertex™, DuPont Hytrel™ as well as a variety of barrier films to meet the needs of most waterproofing applications.

Cooper Fabrics’ signature Coopertex™, is a film which is used to create waterproof breathable fabrics. Offered in thicknesses from 12-55µm, Coopertex™ is versatile enough to create the ideal waterproof fabrics you need. We have tested Coopertex™ using ASTM method E 96 B and have achieved MVTR ratings of 1800 to 8700 g/m²/24hours.

We also offer other barrier options for creating waterproof fabrics and waterproof breathable fabrics. DuPont Hytrel is a thermoplastic elastomer that combines the most desirable qualities of high-performance elastomers and flexible plastics. With exceptional toughness, Hytrel is an ideal film for creating waterproof fabrics which come under duress. Hytrel is a hydrophilic waterproof/breathable membrane which we offer in 1mm thicknesses. Hytrel has achieved MVTR ratings of 1800-7700 g/m²/24hours.

Barrier Films for creating non-breathable waterproof fabrics

We also offer a variety of barrier films for creating non-breathable waterproof fabrics. Depending on your application needs, we can create non-breathable waterproof fabrics using polyester, polyether, PU, polyolofin or polyethylene films. We maintain these films in stock to ensure the fastest turnaround time.

Call, write or email us for more information about creating waterproof fabrics and waterproof breathable fabrics

We service almost every industry except apparel. If you would like to make an inquiry about waterproof fabrics, please use one of the following methods:

Mailing Address:
349 Lenox Street
Norwood, MA 02062

Phone: 781-949-0200
Fax: 781-949-0206
E-mail: info@cooperfabrics.com

Or use our on-line contact form. We want to meet your needs for waterproof fabrics!