Polyurethane (PU)
Oxford fabrics
Lightweight, flexible and eco-friendly. Keeps 250 g/m² Oxford fabrics supple down to sub-zero temperatures without cold-cracking.
Technical Fabrics & Engineering Standards
B2B Protective Cover Fabrics & Technical Specifications
Engineered outdoor cover fabrics tested for long-term climate durability, UV resistance and severe mechanical wear. Supplying international OEM brands and importers since 2011.
Sourcing commitment. The technical specification approved during pre-production sampling is strictly guaranteed in mass production. We optimise fabric choice to meet your market's climate demands — never over-specifying or over-charging.
Core Technical Fabric Comparison
Every figure below comes from tests on finished fabric, not on the greige roll.
| Fabric | Weight | Coating / dyeing | Blue Wool Scale | Hydrostatic head | Service life | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600D × 600D Heavy Oxford | 250 g/m² | PU, solution-dyed | 7 | 1,000 mmH₂O | 3+ years | Premium year-round BBQ, patio heater and marine covers |
| 600D × 300D All-Weather Oxford | 255 g/m² | PEVA, yarn-dyed | 5 | 1,000 mmH₂O | 2 years | Outdoor furniture, gas bottle and garden covers |
| 300D × 300D Lightweight Oxford | 150 g/m² | PU, yarn-dyed | 4–5 | 800 mmH₂O | 2 years | Seasonal vehicle, motorcycle and dust covers |
| 1000D × 1000D Heavy Vinyl (14 oz) | 481 g/m² | PVC laminate | High UV resistance | Fully impermeable | 3–5+ years | Commercial smokers, sharp machinery and forestry equipment |
Coating Engineering: PU vs PEVA vs PVC
The coating decides how the fabric behaves in cold, how it smells, and how it handles abrasion. The substrate sets the weight.
PEVA Backing
600D × 300D Oxford
Chlorine-free, odourless and highly resistant to low temperatures. Delivers 1,000 mmH₂O rain protection without toxic off-gassing.
PVC (14 oz Vinyl)
Heavy vinyl
Ultra-heavy 481 g/m² vinyl laminate with maximum friction and edge abrasion resistance against sharp metal edges.
Industrial 14 oz Heavy-Duty Vinyl — Laboratory Test Data
Measured on a finished production roll, not a laboratory swatch.
| Base material | 1000D x 1000D woven polyester |
|---|---|
| Total weight | 481 g/m² (14 oz/yd²) |
| Thickness | 0.42 mm |
| Tensile strength, warp | 2892 N / 5 cmTested to DIN 53354 |
| Tensile strength, weft | 2015 N / 5 cmTested to DIN 53354 |
| Tear propagation, warp | 383 NTested to DIN 53363 |
| Tear propagation, weft | 303 NTested to DIN 53363 |
| Adhesion | High interlayer bondingTested to DIN 53357 |
Fabric Surfaces & Weave Textures Close-Up
Macro photographs showing the surface weave, waterproof backing and seam finish of our production-grade fabrics.
Coated Oxford — water beading 
600D Oxford weave 
14 oz vinyl surface 
Embossed PVC coating 
Oxford vs vinyl 
Stitched seam
Testing Standards & Quality Assurance
- UV light fastness (Blue Wool Scale 1–8). Measured per DIN EN ISO 105-B02:2014. A rating of 7 means dark covers resist sun-bleaching far longer than off-the-shelf alternatives; the 300D fabrics rate 4–5.
- Water resistance (hydrostatic head). Measured in mmH₂O. Ratings of 800 and 1,000 mmH₂O shed torrential rainfall. Neither is intended for standing water.
- Service life. Reference figures assume normal outdoor use. Salt air, repeated folding and abrasion shorten them.
- Tensile, tear and thickness. Measured on finished fabric to DIN 53354, 53363 and 53357.
- Colourways and custom dyeing. Standard inventory in Black, Black/Beige, Khaki-Gray. Custom Pantone dyeing is available for volume runs.
Sourcing Guide: Matching Fabric to Environment
Over-specifying raises cost without raising performance. Match the fabric to where the cover actually lives.
Year-round intense outdoor exposure
Rating 7 fade resistance, 1,000 mmH₂O and a three-year reference service life.
600D × 600D PU, 250 g/m²
Balanced performance and retail cost
The same 1,000 mmH₂O rain protection at a slightly lower weight, with a two-year reference life.
600D × 300D PEVA, 255 g/m²
Lightweight or seasonal storage
Compact and cost-effective at 800 mmH₂O. Fine for seasonal use; it will not last as long in year-round sun.
300D × 300D PU, 150 g/m²
High friction and sharp edges
DIN-tested 383 N tear strength on a fully impermeable laminate, chosen for abrasion rather than sun.
14 oz heavy vinyl, 481 g/m²
OEM Terms, Sampling & Production Workflow
- Minimum order quantity
- 100 pcs per design or model.
- Production lead time
- 30 days from approved specification and sample.
- Sampling policy
- The sample fee is credited back when you place the order. Freight for design samples is not covered.
- Shipping and trade terms
- FOB Shanghai, DDP and DDU
- Payment terms
- T/T, 30% deposit, balance before shipment
- Packaging options
- 1 pc per printed box, 10 pcs per carton; 1 pc per polybag, 10 pcs per carton; 5 pcs per carton; 3 pcs per carton; 2 pcs per carton.
Need a Material Sample Swatch or Laboratory Report?
Send the cover type, the climate it has to survive and the service life you expect. We reply with a fabric recommendation and, where relevant, the matching test report.
Request a sample or lab reportDirect email: sales@hzind.com