What are carbon fiber straps (carbon tape, ud carbon tape, spread -tow carbon tape, unidirectional ribbon)?
Carbon fiber tape is a narrow woven fabric weave with 3K, 6K, 12K, 24K carbon filament, It has a strong edge, which can prevent the edge of the fabric from fraying and unraveling. The narrower width eliminates the need for cutting steps, improving accuracy and productivity, the tightly woven tape has an even uniformity and high drapability. They are suitable for wet lay-up, vacuum bagging and resin infusion manufacturing. These tapes are treated to be compatible with most thermoset resins and provide optimal adhesion between the fiber surface and the resin. Carbon fiber tape has the same properties as carbon fiber braid, carbon fiber. It is a fiber composed of carbon elements that has extremely high strength and rigidity while being very lightweight. Carbon fiber tapes typically have a flat form and can be single or multi-layer structures with varying widths and thicknesses.
There are three types of carbon fiber tapes: plain weave carbon fibre tape, unidirectional carbon fibre tape，spread-tow carbon fibre ribbon, this material is usually used to strengthen and strengthen structures, manufacture high-performance composite products, or be used to repair and reinforce various types of surfaces and structure. The properties of carbon fiber tapes make them useful in. It is widely used in aerospace, automobiles, construction, sports equipment and other fields.
Carbon fiber tapes are woven from 3K, 6K, 12K, and 24K carbon fibers. Carbon fiber models include T300, T700, T800, M30, M35, M40, T1000, high-strength type, high-strength medium mold, and high-strength high modulus. The carbon fiber filaments we use include many well-known domestic brands and well-known imported brands, such as: Toray and Teijin, Mitsubishi chemical, Hexcel and Zoltek, Hysoung, Akaca, Cytec solvay group, SGL.
Characteristics of carbon fiber tape
- Double faced, abrasion-resistant, breathable, chemical-resistant, heat-insulation, moisture-absorbent, radiation-resistant, stain resistant, wrinkle resistant light weight, flexible and easy to operate, smooth surface and uniform force distribution, corrosion resistance, wear resistance and impact resistance.
- High-performance of carbon tape have following functions: It has excellent properties such as light weight, high strength, high modulus, conductivity, high temperature resistance, fatigue resistance, erosion resistance, low expansion coefficient, good designability and compoundability.
- High strength (5 times that of steel).
- Excellent heat resistance (can withstand high temperatures above 2000°C).
- Excellent thermal shock resistance.
- Low thermal expansion coefficient (small deformation).
- Small heat capacity (energy saving).
- Small specific gravity (1/5 of steel).
| Type |
Yarn |
Thickness (mm) |
Width (mm) |
Weight |
| SH3K-WT240 |
3k carbon fiber |
0.32 |
15-180 |
240g/m² |
| SH3K-WT280 |
3k carbon fiber |
0.35 |
15-180 |
280g/m² |
| SH3K-WT320 |
3k carbon fiber |
0.4 |
15-180 |
320g/m² |
| SH3K-WTF200 |
3k UD carbon fiber |
0.25 |
30-130 |
200g/m² |
| SH1500D-WT18/20 |
1500D kevlar fiber |
0.7 |
18 |
20g/m² |
| SH1500D-WT25/24 |
1500D kevlar fiber |
0.7 |
25 |
24g/m² |
| SH-WT75 |
Basalt fiber |
1.4 |
25-100 |
75g/m² |
| SH3000D-WTF 100/35 |
3000D UD kevlar fiber |
0.45 |
100 |
35g/m² |
Applications of carbon fiber tape (carbon fiber straps)
Aerospace field: carbon fiber tapes are used in the aerospace field to manufacture aircraft, rockets, satellites and other aerospace devices. Because carbon fiber is lightweight and high-strength, it can reduce the weight of aerospace devices and improve their performance and fuel efficiency.
Automobile industry: carbon fiber tapes are widely used in automobile manufacturing, especially in high-performance racing cars and luxury models. Carbon fiber can be used to manufacture body, chassis, wheels and other components to improve the strength, stiffness and durability of the vehicle, reduce the weight of the vehicle and improve fuel efficiency and performance.
Sporting goods: carbon fiber straps are used to manufacture high-end sports equipment, such as golf clubs, tennis rackets, bicycle frames, etc. The lightweight and high-strength properties of carbon fiber can improve the performance of sports equipment and bring better control and stability.
Construction field: carbon fiber tapes can be used to reinforce concrete structures, bridges and buildings, improve their tensile strength and seismic performance, and extend their service life.
Medical devices: carbon fiber tapes are also used in the medical field, such as in the manufacture of artificial joints, orthotics, medical imaging equipment, etc. Due to the biocompatibility and high strength of carbon fiber, it can provide better therapeutic effects and patient comfort.
Shipbuilding: carbon fiber tapes can be used in shipbuilding to manufacture hulls, masts, ship structural parts, etc., to improve the performance and durability of the ship, reduce the weight of the hull, and reduce fuel consumption.
