Tyvek® RV™ for Tyvek® RV Covers

Tyvek UV Soft Structure Rolls from Material Concepts are made from Dupont Tyvek

The unique nonwoven structure of Tyvek® protects against acid rain and salt spray by holding out water better than cotton, polyester, or cotton/polyester blend covers. But Tyvek® is breathable, so it allows trapped moisture to escape, helping to prevent rot and mildew. Tyvek® RV™ is great to use as an RV cover as it is vapor permeable and highly water resistant. It is excellent for various uses as a protective cover and for packaging applications that require the padding and protection offered by this unique Tyvek® style.

Material Concepts is a leading supplier and authorized master distributor of Tyvek® RV™ to customers worldwide for use in making Tyvek® covers for recreational vehichles and many other applications.

Tyvek® RV™

A bi-laminate nonwoven fabric, Tyvek® RV™ is engineered to provide high strength for the rigors of covering recreational vehicles while providing excellent protection from the elements. Tyvek® RV™ is highly water resistant and will not absorb and hold water when wet like fabrics made from natural fibers. Water can readily evaporate through Tyvek® RV™ to reduce the potential for mold and mildew growth within. This material can be draped, is washable, and can be fabricated into protective covers for multiple uses - including covers for ATVs, motorcycles, scooters, BBQs, canoes, or kayaks.

Tyvek® RV™ has an excellent strength-to-weight ratio and is a lighter alternative to most fabrics. The barrier properties of Tyvek® RV™ block harmful UV rays and provide protection from a variety of chemicals and environmental contaminates. Tyvek® is easily sewn on any conventional sewing machine and stores compactly when not in use. Click Here for instructions on sewing Tyvek (PDF).

Tyvek® RV Covers:

Effectively block 99.8% of the sun's damaging UV rays that can fade interior and exterior surfaces

Keep your recreational vehicle cooler during warm weather by reflection sunlight.

Provide superior water resistance, while allowing moisture to escape.

Resist acid rain, bird droppings, tree sap and other forms of environmental pollution to keep your RV clean.

Hold out more than 98% of dirt and dust particles that can scratch and damage your RV's surface.

Source: Tyvek® Recreational Vehicle Covers page on the DuPont™ website.

Tyvek® RV™ is available as follows:

60" x 30 linear yard rolls 18 lbs, ships UPS Oversize - Buy Now

60" x 10 linear yard rolls 8 lbs, ships UPS Oversize - Buy Now

Custom sizes are also available.

Technical Specifications for Tyvek® RV

Strength	Testing Method	Average Value
Tensile Strength	Grab Tensile (ASTM D1682)	>80 lbf. MD/CD
Tensile Strength	ASTM D882	>25 lbf./in MD/CD
Elasticity	%Elongation to Break (ASTM D882)	>15% MD/CD
Toughness	Work to Break (ASTM D882)	>15 in-lbf. MD/CD
Puncture Resistance	Spencer Puncture (ASTM D3420)	>30 psi
Tear Resistance	Trap Tear (ASTM D1117)	>8 lbf. MD/CD
Barrier
Filtration	Pore Size (ASTM F-316)	N/A
Water Resistance	Hydrostatic Head (AATCC 127)	>30 inches
Dimensional
Basis Weight	ASTM D-1777	4.70 oz/yd2
Thickness	TAPPI T-410	26 mils
Breathability
Water Vapor Transmission	ASTM E-96	Method B >1600 g/m2 24 hours

MD = Machine Direction, CD = Cross Direction

Cautions

Tyvek® is slippery and should not be used in applications where it is walked upon. Tyvek® should not be used near heat, flames, sparks, or in explosive environments.