Why carbon fiber

The Benefits of Carbon Fiber. Lightweight Carbon fiber is a low density material with a very high strength to weight ratio. High Tensile Strength Carbon fiber is known for its high-tensile strength, with repeated testing to demonstrate that it is one of the strongest of all commercial reinforcing fibers. Resistant to Corrosion With the strength of carbon-carbon bonds, carbon fiber is naturally resistant to oxidization. Multiple Forms Carbon fiber is available in a variety of forms woven, tow, chopped, etc.

Low Thermal Conductivity Carbon fiber has a low thermal conductivity, making a good choice for applications where a heat-resistant material is needed. Dampens Sound Due to the way carbon fiber absorbs sound waves, it can be a great material for dampening noise.

Design Flexibility Because of its impeccable strength-to-weight ratio, carbon fiber is able to be used across a number of fields and applications. Carbon fiber can be thinner than a strand of human hair and gets its strength when twisted together like yarn. Then it can be woven together to form cloth and if needed to take a permanent shape, carbon fiber can be laid over a mold and coated in resin or plastic. Because of this, carbon fiber is very popular in many industries such as aerospace, automotive, military, and recreational applications.

Carbon fiber dates back to when Thomas Edison baked cotton threads or bamboo silvers at high temperatures, which carbonized them into an all-carbon fiber filament.

By , high-performance carbon fibers were invented just outside of Cleveland, OH. Carbon fiber is made from a process that is part chemical and part mechanical. It starts by drawing long strands of fibers and then heating them to a very high temperature without allowing contact to oxygen to prevent the fibers from burning.

This is when the carbonization takes place, which is when the atoms inside of the fibers vibrate violently, expelling most of the non-carbon atoms. Watersports - Can be used for a wide range of applications from dive fins to kayak accessories and boat instrument panels and trim. Robotics - Carbon fiber is thin, light and strong, which is perfect for robotic parts large and small, whether structural or not. It can also work well for covers or enclosures.

Transportation - Whether you want to save weight or add some style to your car, truck, ATV, motorcycle or scooter, carbon fiber can serve many different purposes.

Musical Instruments - Carbon fiber has unique tonal qualities and can be used for drum shells or face plates on a Cajon. Or it can add a high tech look, like a pick guard other accents or trim. Office - Carbon fiber looks great as a desk top or a conference table.

It can also be used for shelving, storage or desk dividers. Our glossy finish makes for a unique dry-erase board.

Why Use Carbon Fiber? Low Thermal Expansion. Low Thermal Conductivity. RF Shielding. Services Provided. Carbon Fiber Sheets.