What is a tire cord and why is it so important?

A car tire seems like a simple rubber product with a tread pattern. But in fact, it is a high-tech structure consisting of many layers. One of the most important, but often unnoticed elements of this structure is the cord . It is he who provides the tire with a frame and strength. To modernize your car and improve its functionality, we recommend using tuning accessories, a wide range of which is available in our product catalog.

Hidden tire casing

Cords are strong threads or fibers that form a reinforcing layer (or layers) inside the rubber casing of a tire. These threads can be made of different materials, each of which gives the tire certain properties:

• Textile cord: Made from nylon, polyester or viscose. Lightweight, flexible, used in the frame.
• Metal cord: Thin steel wire. Very strong, used in breaker layers (under the tread).

The main functions of the cord

The role of the cord in a tire cannot be overstated. It performs a number of critically important functions:

• Shape maintenance: Prevents tire deformation under the influence of internal air pressure and external loads.
• Load-bearing capacity: The cord takes on and distributes the weight of the vehicle.
• Damage Resistance: Increases the tire's resistance to punctures, cuts, and impacts.
• Stability: Special steel cord in the breaker stabilizes the tread surface, improving traction and handling.
• Power transfer: Helps to efficiently transfer traction and braking forces from the wheel to the road surface.

In essence, the cord is the skeleton of the tire, without which it simply would not be able to perform its functions, withstand the load and ensure driving safety. Damage to the cord (for example, during a strong impact) makes the tire unusable and dangerous.