GDE carbon fiber reinforcement fabrics are real carbon fiber that can be used in numerous applications. This material
has a high strength to weight and stiffness to weight ratio compared to most other materials. Combining carbon fiber with
thecorrect epoxy or resin creates ideal applications for industries such as auto,marine and aerospace.
 

                                       Frequently Asked Questions: Carbon Fiber Fabric

What Is Carbon Fiber Fabric?
Carbon fiber fabric is just like other fabrics except it uses carbon fibers instead of cotton, nylon, polyester, etc. The weave is coarser than fabrics used for clothing is more like a heavy canvas. Carbon fiber fabric needs 
to be laminated with a matrix (i.e. epoxy resin) to form a rigid structure.
 

How Do I Make Parts With Carbon Fiber Fabric?

Since carbon fiber fabric is soft and pliable just like other fabrics it needs a binder to make it rigid. This binder
is known as the matrix or resin. Epoxy and vinyl ester resins are the most common materials used. The carbon
fiber fabric is formed into the desired shape then the resin is added and cured.
 

Why Are There Different Weaves Of Carbon Fiber Fabric?

Carbon fiber comes in different weaves optimized for different uses. For example, the standard twill weave is a
good all-purpose fabric. Unidirectional fabric is good for adding strength and stiffness in one direction. Plain weave
is good for delicate layups and some patterns are just designed for a unique look!

 

What's The Difference Between Carbon Fiber Fabric And Prepreg?

Prepreg is a version of carbon fiber that already has a tacky resin impregnated into it. Both carbon fiber fabric and
prepreg can be cut and formed into all sort of shapes. Unlike carbon fiber fabric which can be made at room temperature,
prepreg requires elevated temperatures and pressure to cure properly.

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