Inflatable boat technical fabric ORCA® 866

polyesterHypalon®

ABOUT THIS ITEM
ORCA® 866 Hypalon fabric is intended for RIBs over 6 m and for professional or intensive use. Base fabric 1670 dtex polyester, weight 1565 g/m², ISO 6185 certified. Sold by the linear metre, 145 cm wide. Used by boatyards, charter fleets and workboats.

Who it is for

• RIBs over 6 m, professional and intensive use, boatyards and repairers.

What it is for

• Building, repairing and customising inflatable boat tubes (Hypalon/CSM-CR coated tubes).

Format

• Sold by the linear metre, width 145 cm.

Choice

• More than 50 colours. Finishes available: Smooth, Non Buffing (NB), Fabric Impression (FI), Carbon, Pearl, Matt and Honeycomb.

Why choose ORCA® 866

• High-weight fabric: 1565 g/m² on a 1670 dtex high-tenacity polyester base.
• ISO 6185 certification (certificate available).
• Extensive choice of finishes including Carbon, Pearl and Honeycomb for premium customisation.
• Suitable for new builds and repairs.

Which boats is it for?
Recommended for Hypalon tubes of RIBs over 6 m used professionally or intensively. For smaller boats consider ORCA® 828 (up to 6 m) or ORCA® 820 (under 5 m).

Technical specifications

• Model / name: ORCA® 866
• Base fabric: 1670 dtex (1500 denier) high-tenacity polyester
• Coating: CSM (chlorosulfonated polyethylene) / CR (polychloroprene)
• Weight: 1565 g/m²
• Width: 145 cm
• Finishes: Smooth, Non Buffing (NB), Fabric Impression (FI), Carbon, Pearl, Matt, Honeycomb
• Certification: ISO 6185

Comparison ORCA® 820 / ORCA® 828 / ORCA® 866
Boat type | ORCA® 820 | ORCA® 828 | ORCA® 866 (this page)
Base fabric | 1100 dtex | 1100 dtex | 1670 dtex
Weight | 1140 g/m² | 1340 g/m² | 1565 g/m²
Finishes | 1 (Smooth) | 3 | 7
Colours | 4 | 40+ | 50+
Use | Tenders, small RIBs | Leisure boating | Large RIBs, professional use

For a successful repair

• Bond with a two-part neoprene adhesive plus hardener formulated for Hypalon; PVC glue is not suitable.
• Follow the adhesive manufacturer's surface-preparation and drying instructions.
• Protect high-wear areas with an EPDM rubbing strake and reinforcement sheets where needed (bow, boarding areas, diver entry points).
• Use an appropriate neoprene internal fabric for baffle repairs.

Ordering and delivery

• Price shown excluding VAT for 1 linear metre (100 × 145 cm). Enter required number of metres in the quantity field.
• Dispatch within 72 hours may not apply to all finishes or colours; production or restocking lead times can be required.

Frequently asked questions

• Is ORCA® 866 right for my RIB? Yes if the boat is over 6 m or used professionally/intensively. For tenders or smaller leisure RIBs, ORCA® 828 is often sufficient.
• Hypalon or PVC: what is the difference? Hypalon (CSM/CR) offers better resistance to UV, heat, fuel and abrasion than PVC; preferred for professional RIBs and boats in extended sun exposure. Hypalon tubes are bonded with two-part neoprene adhesives, not PVC glue.
• Which adhesive should I use? Use a two-part neoprene adhesive with its hardener specifically formulated for Hypalon bonding.

Technical details / Caractéristiques

• Model / name: ORCA® 866
• Base fabric: 1670 dtex high-tenacity polyester
• Coating: CSM / CR
• Weight: 1565 g/m²
• Width: 145 cm
• Finishes: Smooth, NB, FI, Carbon, Pearl, Matt, Honeycomb
• Colours: 50+ options
• Certification: ISO 6185