Kevlar® 8 oz. woven fabric.. Kevlar® is 60” wide and sold by the lineal foot. Kevlar® is high heat resistant, cut resistant (CUT RESISTANCE @ 25 MM FORCE 603 GRAMS) and very strong. It is difficult to ignite, does not propagate flame and decomposes at 900ºF . Typical uses: Protective sleeves, gloves, aprons, welding blankets, heat shields/ heat barriers, hot metal sheet and glass handlers. Kevlar® Thread is also available. http://catalog.cshyde.com/viewitems/ries-threads-cords-and-fasteners-morethreads-and-cords/kevlar-thread less