Carbon Fiber is a reinforcing material composed of thin carbon atoms bonded together in crystals and woven to form a material that is five times stronger, stiffer, and lighter than steel. It is commonly utilized in vacuum molding and hand lay-up processes, compatible with epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyester resins.
Key benefits include:
- Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
- High chemical resistance (when paired with epoxy resins)
- Conductive properties
- Resistance to high temperatures
- Minimal thermal expansion
