Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Premium Reverse-Folding Umbrella

1. Product Specifications

Q1: What are the key structural features of this umbrella?

• Frame: 8-rib tension wire system with black EDP-coated steel ribs (electrophoretic deposition, 20μm thickness, 72hrs salt spray resistance).

• Shaft: Reverse-folding steel shaft (collapses upward to minimize wet surface contact).

• Runner: Black polymer (ABS/PC blend) upper/lower runners, tested for 5,000+ open/close cycles.

Q2: How does the "reverse-folding" design work?

• The canopy folds outward when collapsed, trapping rainwater inside to keep users dry. The shaft retracts downward ("inverted") for compact storage (folded length: ~25cm).

2. Durability & Weather Resistance

Q3: Is this umbrella windproof?

• Yes. The 8-rib tension wire structure distributes wind load across ribs, withstanding Beaufort 6 winds (12.5m/s).

• EDP-coated ribs resist bending fatigue (tested to 120MPa stress).

Q4: Will the black coating on ribs peel off?

• No. The electrodeposition coating (EDP) bonds chemically to the steel, passing 72hrs salt spray testing (ASTM B117).

3. Usage & Maintenance

Q5: How to dry the umbrella after rain?

• Simply leave it partially open (reverse-folded) for 10-15 minutes. The outward-folded canopy accelerates drying by 50% vs traditional designs.

Q6: Can the tension wires break?

• Unlikely. Wires are 0.6mm high-tensile nylon-coated steel (load capacity: 15kg per rib). Avoid forcing the ribs if obstructed.

4. Compliance & Sourcing

Q7: Is this umbrella RoHS/REACH compliant?

• Yes. All materials (including EDP coating) are free of hexavalent chromium (CrVI) and heavy metals above EU thresholds.

Q8: What’s the MOQ and lead time?

• MOQ: 300pcs (standard export packaging: 50pcs/ctn, 0.25CBM).

• Lead time: 25 days after order confirmation.

5. Target Market & USP

Q9: Who is this umbrella best suited for?

• Urban commuters: Compact folding (25cm) fits in backpacks.

• High-rainfall regions: Reverse-folding design keeps water contained.

• Corporate gifts: Custom logo printing available on canopy/shaft.

Q10: How does it compare to auto-open umbrellas?

• Advantages:

  • More durable (no spring mechanism to fail).

  • Lighter (320g vs 400g+ for auto umbrellas).

  • Lower manufacturing cost (ideal for bulk orders).