Description
Neoprene Water-Resistant Fabric for Wetsuits, Medical Supports, Laptop Sleeves, Swimwear, Sports Gear, Bags & Protective Accessories
Neoprene Water-Resistant Fabric is a durable, flexible and insulating material designed for lightweight wetsuits, rehabilitation supports, protective sports equipment, laptop sleeves, camera cases, insulated bags, footwear accessories and a wide range of practical products. Made from polyester, spandex and a Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) core, the fabric combines stretch, cushioning and thermal insulation with useful resistance to moisture. Supplied in a practical 140cm width and available by the metre, it is suitable for both functional manufacturing and creative sewing projects.
The fabric has an overall thickness of approximately 2mm, including an approximately 1.6mm SBR rubber core, providing a useful balance of flexibility, protection and lightweight insulation. Its smooth textile surface and comfortable stretch allow it to conform around shaped objects and the body, while the cushioned SBR core helps retain warmth and absorb light impact. This versatile neoprene material is particularly suitable for economy-grade supports, protective bags, fitness accessories, shallow-water leisure products and everyday padded applications.
Fabric Specs
| Fabric Width | 140cm |
| Fabric Type | Neoprene Water-Resistant Fabric |
| Composition | Polyester, Spandex and Styrene Butadiene Rubber |
| Core Material | SBR Rubber Core |
| Overall Thickness | Approximately 2mm |
| SBR Core Thickness | Approximately 1.6mm |
| Finish | Smooth Textile Surface with Comfortable Stretch |
| Properties | Water Resistant, Flexible, Cushioned, Thermal Insulating, Soft and Durable |
| Applications | Medical Supports, Protective Bags, Sports Gear, Shallow-Water Leisure, Footwear Accessories and Home Products |
Uses
Neoprene Water-Resistant Fabric is ideal for:
- General rehabilitation knee supports
- Ankle supports
- Wrist supports
- Elbow supports
- Waist supports
- Compression straps
- Cold-therapy pads
- Laptop sleeves
- Tablet cases
- Camera cases
- Storage pouches
- Protective equipment bags
- Insulated tumbler sleeves
- Can coolers and koozies
- Wine bottle sleeves
- Insulated lunch bags
- Bento bags
- Shaping belts
- Lightweight yoga mats
- Dumbbell grip sleeves
- Golf club covers
- Basic cycling protective gear
- Equine protective pads and horse leg wraps
- Snorkelling suits
- Kids’ water-play thermal suits
- General fishing waders
- Life vest interlinings
- Beach floating mats
- Basic swimming gloves
- Beach shoe linings
- Heel cushion pads
- Hats
- Face-mask straps
- Eye masks
- Elastic accessory straps
- Mouse pads
- Coaster pads
The combination of a flexible textile surface and cushioned SBR core makes this neoprene fabric especially useful for projects requiring moisture resistance, padding, flexibility and lightweight thermal insulation. For medical and rehabilitation products, SBR is generally better suited to economy-grade or general-use supports; higher-strength specialist supports may require alternative neoprene materials such as CR or SCR. For water-based applications, this material is best suited to shallow-water, swimming and snorkelling uses rather than professional deep-diving equipment.
FAQs
What is Neoprene Water-Resistant Fabric?
It is a flexible composite material made using polyester, spandex and an SBR rubber core. This construction provides cushioning, stretch, thermal insulation and resistance to moisture.
Is neoprene the same as Scuba Fabric?
No. Neoprene contains a foam-like rubber core designed for cushioning, insulation and moisture resistance, while Scuba Fabric is generally a double-knit fashion textile without a rubber core.
Is this fabric waterproof?
The material is water resistant and provides useful protection against moisture. The waterproof performance of a finished product will also depend on seams, closures, joins and overall construction.
Can this neoprene be used for wetsuits?
Yes, it is suitable for lightweight wetsuits, snorkelling suits, kids’ water-play suits and other shallow-water leisure products. It is not intended for professional deep-diving equipment unless separately assessed for that purpose.
Is this suitable for medical or rehabilitation supports?
Yes, it can be used for general knee, ankle, wrist, elbow and waist supports as well as compression straps and cold-therapy pads. SBR neoprene is generally better suited to economy-grade or general rehabilitation products, while specialist high-strength supports may require CR or SCR materials.
Can it be used for laptop sleeves and protective cases?
Yes, the cushioned rubber core makes it suitable for laptop sleeves, tablet cases, camera cases, storage pouches and other protective accessories.
Does the fabric provide thermal insulation?
Yes, the approximately 1.6mm SBR core helps reduce heat loss and provides lightweight insulation for water-sports products, supports, bottle sleeves and insulated accessories.
Can it be used for sports and fitness products?
Yes, it is suitable for supports, shaping belts, lightweight yoga mats, dumbbell grip sleeves, golf club covers and selected protective sports accessories.
Can it be used for insulated bags and drink holders?
Yes, it can be used for lunch bags, bento bags, tumbler sleeves, can coolers and bottle sleeves where lightweight cushioning and insulation are useful.
How thick is the fabric?
The complete fabric is approximately 2mm thick and contains an SBR rubber core measuring approximately 1.6mm.
Is neoprene easy to sew?
It can be sewn using appropriate sewing equipment. A suitable strong needle, polyester thread and longer stitch length may help depending on the construction and intended product.
What makes this fabric versatile?
Its combination of flexibility, cushioning, insulation, moisture resistance and a smooth textile surface makes it suitable for medical supports, protective bags, sports equipment, water-based leisure products and everyday accessories.
