GFRP Rebar is rapidly becoming the preferred material for infrastructure projects worldwide, endorsed by leading experts and promoted by government ministers like Nitin Gadkari for its revolutionary advantages. Offering high corrosion resistance, lighter weight, and superior durability, it outperforms traditional steel in harsh environments. GFRP Rebar is not only cost-effective but also contributes to sustainability, making it the go-to solution for long-lasting, low-maintenance structures. Join the global shift towards a smarter, more resilient future in construction.
| DIA (IN MM) | WEIGHT PER METER (KG) | WEIGHT DIFFERENCE | DIFFERENCE % | |
| GFRP | TMT | |||
| 4 | 0.024 | 0.099 | 0.075 | 75.76% |
| 6 | 0.054 | 0.222 | 0.168 | 75.68% |
| 8 | 0.095 | 0.394 | 0.299 | 75.89% |
| 10 | 0.149 | 0.616 | 0.467 | 75.81% |
| 12 | 0.215 | 0.887 | 0.672 | 75.76% |
| 16 | 0.382 | 1.578 | 1.196 | 75.79% |
| PROPERTIES | GFRP | GFRPTMT | UNITS | COMPARISON | IMPLICATIONS OF GFRP |
| Tensile Strength | 1000-1100 | 500-650 | MPa | Stronger | Withstands higher pull forces |
| Corrosion Resistance | Yes | No | - | More Durable | Resists rust, last longer |
| Electromagnetic Permeability | No | Yes | - | Magnetically Neutral | Safe near sensitive equipments like MRI |
| Electric Conductivity | No | Yes | - | No Accidents Risk | Is safer near electrical systems |
| Shear Strength | 170 | 120 | MPa | Higher | Resists cutting and sliding |
| Compression | 450 | 500 | MPa/N/mm2 | Lower | Suits low compressive loads |
| Bond Strength | 12.5 | 14 | MPa/N/mm2 | Lower | Adheres well to concrete |
| Density | 1.9 | 7.8 | ton/m3 | Lower | Lightens structural weight |
| Bar Length | Custom | 12m | meters | Improved | Can be customized in length |
| Elongation | 4%(max.) | 12%(min.) | % | Lower | Bends less before it breaks |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 45-60 | 160-200 | GPa | Lower | Enables flexible design options |
| Durability Embedded | > 100 years | Limited Life | - | More Durable | Last longer, fewer replacements |
| Thermal Conductivity | No | Yes | - | Doesn’t Dissipate Heat | Ideal for moderate / cold temperature zones |
