Industry Solutions / Aerospace

Engineered Yarns for Critical Flight Applications

Since 1930, Conneaut Industries has supplied precision-wound fiberglass, aramid, and polyester yarns engineered
for aerospace wiring systems, cable protection, and telecommunications ripcord applications — where reliability and traceability are non-negotiable.

  • 90+
    Years Converting
  • 4th+
    Generation Family Owned
  • ISO
    9001:2015 Certified
  • 3+
    Core Appliance Fibers

Fiber Types

Aerospace-Grade Fiber Solutions

Conneaut’s primary aerospace material is fiberglass — inert, flame/smoke compliant, and widely
specified in aerospace wiring systems. Aramid and polyester complement fiberglass within cable constructions,
each serving a distinct functional role.

Fiberglass

Primary Aerospace Material for Wiring Protection and
Conneaut’s largest aerospace product. Fiberglass is chemically inert, meets stringent flame and smoke requirements, and is the go-to material for insulation and wiring protection across commercial and defense aerospace cable systems. Supplied as precision-wound packages in a variety of denier and package formats.

  • Inert — no chemical reactivity
  • Meets aerospace flame & smoke requirements
  • High dielectric strength for electrical insulation
  • Wiring protection & cable insulation systems
Aramid

Strength Members & Wear Resistance
Used within aerospace cable constructions as a strength member and wear-resistant element. Aramid provides the tensile load-bearing capacity needed in wiring cable strength and tension members, and resists abrasion in routing environments where cables are subject to vibration and movement.

  • High tensile strength for cable strength members
  • Excellent wear and abrasion resistance
  • Wiring cable tension & strength member applications
Polyester

Fatigue Resistance in Cable Systems
Polyester’s defining role in aerospace cable constructions is fatigue resistance — maintaining performance under repeated flexing and mechanical cycling across the service life of wiring systems. Consistent denier and low moisture regain make it a reliable filler and binder in multi-fiber cable builds.

  • Superior fatigue resistance under repeated flex
  • Minimal moisture regain (<0.4%)
  • Consistent denier across production runs
  • Cable fillers, binders & wrapping yarns
Multi-Fiber Constructions

Combined for Cost and Performance Requirements
Fiberglass, aramid, and polyester are frequently used together within a single cable construction — each contributing a specific performance property. Conneaut supplies all three materials in matched package formats and twist specifications, simplifying procurement for multi-fiber cable designs

  • Fiberglass → flame/smoke protection & insulationx
  • Aramid → wear resistance & tensile strength
  • Polyester → fatigue resistance & cable fill
  • All three available from a single qualified supplier

Applications

Wiring & Cable Applications

Conneaut yarns are specified within aerospace wiring systems, cable constructions, and
sensor/control wiring — providing protection, strength, and long-term reliability across airframe and
avionics applications.

  • ISO 9001:2015 Certified

    Every lot manufactured and inspected under our certified quality management system, providing the traceability and documentation that appliance supply chains require.

  • Lot-to-Lot Consistency

    Precision-controlled winding, twisting, and plying processes deliver repeatable linear density, tension, and package geometry — the foundation of defect-free harness assembly at volume.

  • Direct Application Expertise

    A fourth-generation, low-turnover workforce means your application is handled by people who have seen it before. We work directly with your engineers — no layers between your spec and our floor.

  • Responsive to Demand Cycles

    The durable goods market moves with housing starts and purchasing trends. Conneaut’s flexible manufacturing and inventory capabilities are built to respond to the demand cycles that define this market.

Processing Capabilities

Precision Conversion at Scale

Every aerospace application demands exacting consistency. Conneaut’s textile conversion
capabilities are engineered to deliver uniformity from the first meter to the last.

Winding

Precision winding of fiberglass, aramid, and polyester yarns onto cardboard cones, wood reels, plastic servings, and bobbins. Tight traverse control ensures uniform layering and consistent payout in aerospace cable manufacturing and wiring system assembly.

Twist & Ply

Single and multi-end twisting to customer-defined TPI specifications. Plied constructions offer enhanced tensile uniformity and torsional balance — critical for braiding, weaving, and cabling operations in aerospace manufacturing lines.

Cordage

Custom cord construction from high-performance fiber inputs for use within cable assemblies. Conneaut cordage products are produced to customer specification for cable strength and tension member applications where consistent construction geometry is essential.

Ripcord

Specialty ripcords for aerospace and telecommunications cable constructions. Engineered for consistent, controlled jacket removal with a predictable break-out force. Tight dimensional tolerances ensure reliable integration within cable designs during installation and field service.

Custom Packaging

Aerospace supply chains demand traceability and handling consistency. Conneaut offers cardboard cones, wooden reels, plastic serving packages, and bobbin formats tailored to your equipment and storage requirements.

Quality Control

ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management ensures documented process control, lot traceability, and dimensional verification. Every production run is monitored for denier consistency, twist count, and package integrity.

Quality & Certifications

Built on Verified Standards

Conneaut’s aerospace customers require more than performance — they demand documented process integrity,
traceability, and a partner committed to continuous improvement.

  • 1
    ISO 9001:2015

    Quality Management System — Single Site Certified

  • 2
    Continuous Operations

    Manufacturing excellence uninterrupted since 1930. With more than 95 years of textile yarn converting means Conneaut understands the materials and processes.

  • 3
    Full Lot Traceability

    Raw material to finished package documentation

  • 4

    Responsive, Direct Communication

    As a family-owned operation, Conneaut responds directly — no bureaucratic layers. Your RFQ reaches decision-makers the same day, and custom specifications are evaluated quickly.

  • 5

    Low-Turnover, Dedicated Workforce

    Conneaut is proud to have an experienced team that ensures consistency year over year.  This enables institutional knowledge to meet the demanding needs of the aerospace market.

Begin Your Project

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Aerospace Textile Yarn?

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