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Carbon Fiber Technical Specifications
| Tow Size | 1K (600D) | 3K (1800D)
|
6K (3600D)
|
12K (7200D)
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Rocket Brand | Rocket Brand | Tansome® | Tansome® |
| Sample Spool Size (lb) | 0.25 lb | 0.25 lb | 0.25 lb | 0.25 lb |
| Factory Spool Size (lb) | 0.70 lb | 2.0 lb | 4.0 lb | 12.0 lb |
| Tensile Strength (GPa) |
4.19 GPa | 4.27 GPa | 5.94 GPa | 5.89 GPa |
| Tensile Modulus (GPa) |
252 GPa | 256 GPa | 250 GPa | 245 GPa |
| Break Strength (lbf) | 15-20 lbf | 40-50 lbf | 90-100 lbf | 190-200 lbf |
| Diameter* (mm, inch) |
0.242mm (0.0095") |
0.419mm (0.0165") |
0.593mm (0.233") |
0.838mm (0.0330") |
| Elongation (%) |
1.6% | 1.6% | 2.4% | 2.3% |
| Yield (lb/1000 ft) |
0.045 | 0.136 | 0.270 | 0.537 |
| Yield (ft/lb) | 22,195 | 7,360 | 3,700 | 1,860 |
*Calculated diameter
Carbon Fiber Packaging Details
| Product | Spool Size | Quantity | Tube Dimensions
|
Tube Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Sample Sizes | Sample Spool | 0.25 lb | Standard Tube Dimensions
|
3.7" x 8.5" |
| 1K Carbon | Factory Spool
|
0.70 lb | Carbon Tube Dimensions
|
3" x 11" |
| 3K Carbon | Factory Spool | 2.3 lb | Carbon Tube Dimensions
|
3" x 11"
|
| 6K Carbon | Factory Spool | 4.0 lb | Carbon Tube Dimensions
|
3" x 11"
|
| 12K Carbon | Factory Spool | 15.0 lb | Carbon Tube Dimensions
|
3" x 11"
|
Carbon Fiber Physical Properties Guide
Carbon Fiber tow exhibits remarkable physical and mechanical properties that make it highly desirable in various applications. With its exceptional strength, carbon fiber tow offers outstanding tensile strength and modulus, ensuring superior structural integrity and load-bearing capacity. Furthermore, its low elongation and minimal creep characteristics make it resistant to deformation under prolonged stress, contributing to its long-term stability and reliability. These properties make carbon fiber tow a preferred choice for industries requiring high-performance materials.

Carbon Fiber Resistance Guide
Carbon Fiber boasts a range of exceptional properties that contribute to its widespread use across industries. Its excellent UV resistance allows it to maintain its strength and integrity even under prolonged exposure to sunlight. Furthermore, carbon fiber exhibits a wide temperature range, remaining stable and functional in extreme hot and cold environments. Additionally, its exceptional chemical resistance and compatibility make it resistant to corrosion and degradation, enabling its use in harsh chemical environments without compromising its performance or longevity.



This fiber exhibits poor flame resistance. It is not advisable to use in any application where an open flame is present.

Acid: Excellent resistant to most acids
Alkali: Good resistance to most alkalis
Organic Solvent: Generally compatible with a variety of organic solvents

Continuous Operating Temperature Range (°C): -50 to 300
Short Term Exposure (°C): Up to 500
Degradation Temperature (°C): 700
Carbon Fiber Performance Highlights
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High Strength: Carbon Fiber is known for its exceptional strength, making it ideal for applications where durability and load-bearing capacity are crucial.
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High Modulus: With a high modulus of elasticity, Carbon Fiber exhibits excellent stiffness and rigidity, ensuring structural integrity in various applications.
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Thermal Stability: Carbon Fiber maintains its performance and structural integrity at extreme temperatures, making it suitable for both high-temperature and cryogenic environments.
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Electrical Conductivity: Carbon Fiber offers excellent electrical conductivity, making it valuable in applications requiring electrical or thermal conductivity properties.
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UV Resistance: It is UV-resistant, which means it can withstand prolonged exposure to sunlight without degradation, making it suitable for outdoor and aerospace applications.
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Vibration Reduction: Carbon Fiber helps reduce vibrations and dampen oscillations, making it an excellent choice for products requiring vibration control or shock absorption.
Chemical Resistance: Carbon Fiber resists a wide range of chemicals, making it highly resistant to corrosion and degradation in chemically aggressive environments.
Carbon Fiber Pocket Properties Table
| Property | Unit of Measure | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength
|
MPa
|
3530
|
| Tensile Modulus | GPa
|
230
|
| Specific Gravity | ratio | 1.80 |
| Avg. Elongation | % | 1.6 |
| Moisture Regain1 | % | 0.1 - 0.2 |
| Melt Point | °C | N/A |
| Decomp. Temp | °C | 380 |
| Fiber Density | g/km | 1.8 |
| Creep2 | % | N/A |
| Shrinkage3 | % | 0.40 |
