Meta-Aramid Nomex® Damper Fabric 158gsm | Loudspeaker Spider Cloth 20s/2 | Heat Resistant 500°C for 6.5"-18" Woofer & Subwoofer Dampers
✓ 100% Meta-Aramid Nomex® — 20s/2 Precision Yarn, 158gsm Standard Weight
✓ 500°C Heat Resistance — Zero Tension Loss During Voice Coil Heat Build-Up
✓ Exceptional Fatigue Life — Maintains Centering Force (Kms) Through Millions of Cycles
✓ 160cm Width — Optimized for High-Volume Die Cutting, Natural White & Carbon Black
✓ 20-Year Factory Direct — Custom GSM/Weave to Match Your Compliance Curve, JIT Global Delivery
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Product Overview
Meta-Aramid Loudspeaker Damper Fabric (MP20232) is a precision-engineered spider cloth woven from 100% meta-aramid (Nomex®) fiber at 20s/2 yarn count, 158gsm, and 160cm width. Designed specifically for loudspeaker spiders and dampers, it delivers the exact combination of stiffness, fatigue resistance, and thermal stability that acoustic engineers demand for high-performance drivers.
Yarn: 20s/2 | Weight: 158 gsm | Width: 160 cm | Color: Natural White / Carbon Black | Brand: HAILIDUN™
Key Features
| Material | 100% Meta-Aramid — Nomex® Grade Fiber |
| Heat Resistance | Up to 500°C — no tension loss during sustained voice coil heat buildup |
| Fatigue Life | Survives millions of excursion cycles without tearing or losing centering force (Kms) |
| Dimensional Stability | Zero shrinkage or sagging in humid environments — maintains compliance tolerance over years |
| Abrasion Resistance | Withstands long-throw suspension friction and dust ingress without surface degradation |
| Yarn Count | 20s/2 precision-spun — consistent thickness and density roll to roll |
| Weight | 158 gsm standard — custom 120–200 gsm available |
| Width | 160 cm — optimized for high-volume die cutting efficiency |
Driver Applications
| Woofers & Subwoofers | 6.5″–18″ dampers for home audio, studio monitors, and cinema systems |
| PA & Pro Audio Drivers | High-power spiders for concert line arrays, stage monitors, and DJ equipment |
| Automotive Audio | Car audio woofers, motorcycle speakers, marine-grade drivers |
| Industrial Transducers | Alarm horns, haptic feedback actuators, ultrasonic cleaning transducers |
Customization Options
| Weight (GSM) | 120 / 158 / 180 / 200 gsm — match your target compliance (Cms) |
| Weave Pattern | Plain / Twill — affects stiffness and damping characteristics |
| Finish | Natural / Resin-Coated / Heat-Set — tune the compliance curve |
| Color | Natural White / Carbon Black |
| Resin Compatibility | Phenolic / Epoxy / Polyimide — we match our finish to your resin system |
Packaging & Shipping
| Packaging | Plastic Bag + Woven Bag per Roll (50–100 m / roll) |
| Port | Shantou / Shenzhen / Guangzhou, China |
| Lead Time | 3–5 Days (Stock) / 7–15 Days (Custom Weave/Finish) |
| MOQ | 100 m — Free A4 Swatch for Evaluation |
| Certifications | OEKO-TEX® 100 / ISO 9001 / RoHS |
FAQ
Q: How does meta-aramid compare to cotton or polyester damper fabric?
A: Meta-aramid (Nomex®) offers 3× the heat resistance of cotton and 5× the fatigue life of polyester. Cotton dampers lose tension after 100–200K cycles at high power; meta-aramid maintains Kms through millions of cycles.
Q: Can you match the compliance (Cms) of my current damper?
A: Yes. We adjust GSM, weave pattern, and resin coating to match your target compliance curve. Send us your current damper spec or a sample, and we'll reverse-engineer the fabric.
Q: Is the fabric pre-coated with resin?
A: We offer both: bare fabric for your in-house resin process, and pre-coated (phenolic/epoxy/polyimide) for plug-and-play stamping. Resin type and coating weight are customizable.
Q: What width is best for high-volume stamping?
A: 160cm is our standard, optimized for maximum die-cutting yield per roll. We can also slit to narrower widths (80cm / 100cm) if your press requires it.
Why Upgrade to Meta-Aramid Damper Fabric?
- 3× the Thermal Headroom vs cotton/polyester — handles sustained 500W+ RMS without compliance drift
- 10× the Fatigue Life — maintains linear Kms through millions of excursion cycles
- Zero Humidity Drift — no shrinkage in tropical climates, no sagging in dry conditions
- Lighter Than Cotton — 158gsm meta-aramid performs like 200gsm cotton at lower moving mass
- Resin Versatility — bonds perfectly with phenolic, epoxy, and polyimide systems
Material Comparison for Speaker Dampers
| Property | Meta-Aramid (Nomex®) | Cotton | Polyester | Phenolic-Impregnated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Temperature | 500°C | 150°C | 180°C | 250°C |
| Fatigue Life (cycles) | 10M+ | 200K | 500K | 1M |
| Humidity Stability | ★★★★★ | ★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ |
| Weight at Target Stiffness | 158 gsm | 200 gsm | 180 gsm | 220 gsm |
| Resin Compatibility | All types | Limited | Epoxy only | Pre-set |
| Cost per Driver (6.5") | $0.08 | $0.02 | $0.03 | $0.06 |
| Best For | Hi-Fi, Pro Audio, Automotive | Budget consumer | Mid-range | PA woofers |
Why Partner with HAILIDUN™ for Damper Fabric?
- Roll-by-Roll Inspection — every production batch tested for weight, thickness, and tensile uniformity
- Acoustic Engineer Support — our technical team helps match fabric specs to your driver design goals
- JIT to Speaker Manufacturing Hubs — fast delivery to Shenzhen, Dongguan, Guangdong, and global audio clusters
- Confidential Development — your damper design and compliance targets are protected under NDA