Carbon Fiber Veneer

• Shape: Carbon Fiber Plate
• Raw Materials: Polyacrylonitrile-Based Carbon Fiber
• Performance: High-Strength Type
• Shipping Cost: Estimated freight per unit.: about shipping cost and estimated delivery time.
• Currency: US$
• Return&refunds: You can apply for a refund up to 30 days after receipt of the products.
• Model NO.: CFRP-Sheet-03
• State: Filament
• Mechanical Property: High-Performance Type
• Transport Package: Carton and Pallet
• Specification: customized
• Trademark: LK
• Origin: Shandong, China
• HS Code: 6815120000
• Production Capacity: 10000m2/Month
• Package Size: 40.00cm * 40.00cm * 110.00cm
• Package Gross Weight: 10.000kg

Product Description

1.Product Description
This panel has a 2×2 twill weave pattern, one of the most common weave patterns in many markets. The finished side of the panel has a classic 2×2 twill, 3K woven carbon fiber appearance and is nearly pinhole-free with a high-gloss finish. The panel's backside showcases a matte textured 'peel ply' finish suitable for secondary bonding, if necessary.

Our high-strength vacuum infused composite panels are manufactured using 100% carbon fiber reinforced with a near-clear epoxy resin matrix. All composite stacks are laid by hand to ensure maximum homogenization of fiber alignment. Stacks are then vacuum infused and cured under pressure greater than 28 inches of mercury. The tool is then elevated to an optimal temperature to produce a near-perfect composite panel with high-grade mechanical properties and a class-A surface finish.

 

2.Technical Data Sheet

Weight and Dimensions

Length	250	mm
Width	245	mm
Thickness	0.25	mm

Product Data

Colour	Black
Appearance	2x2 Twill (Glossy)
Type	Single Sided
Resin Matrix	Epoxy

Fabric Specification

fiber Orientation	0, 90

Mechanical Properties

Tg Onset (DMA)	80	°C

General Properties

Gross Weight	0.02	kg

 

 3.Advantages

• Easy to cut
• Bonds to various materials
• Reflective gloss finish
• Decorative Aesthetics
• Real Carbon Fiber - not a vinyl sticker

• Built in UV inhibitor
• 100% real carbon fiber prepreg sheets
• Light weight and high strength
• High performance-without pin holes
• High glossy-mirror like

 

4.Typical Uses

This 0.25mm flexible carbon fiber sheet is ideal for use in furniture making, architectural detailing or adding genuine carbon fiber appearance to just about any flat surface.

Being 0.25mm thin, the veneer can easily follow single plane curves (like the radiused edge of a desk for example) but, in common with most carbon surfaces, it will eventually break if bent too far.

• Decorative Applications
• Dashboards
• Radio face plates
• Guitars
• Instrument panels

5.Technical Details

Cutting, Shaping & Finishing

As with all carbon fiber and composites (like fiberglass, carbon kevlar etc) good results can be achieved for cutting, shaping and finishing this sheet using regular workshop tools like hacksaws, jigsaws and wet-and-dry. In fact, this ultra thin veneer can actually be cut using strong scissors. Specialist tools can, however, make lighter work of the job and produce better results.

Laminate Composition

This carbon fiber sticker sheet is resin infused from a single layer of top quality 2/2 Twill 210gsm carbon fiber. This is the same fabric used in our other infused sheet. Further details along with the fabric specification and fiber type, can be seen on the Specification tab.

The matrix used is a high performance epoxy resin which offers excellent mechanicals, clarity and improved UV stability. The high temperature cure maximises the mechanical strength properties and results in a Tg (glass transition) of 80°C.
 

6.Shipping information

Restrictions

This product is not classed as dangerous goods for transport and can be shipped to all destinations without restriction.

Package Size

There are no package size restrictions or surcharges for this product.

---------- FAQ ----------

1.Is This Material OK For Skinning A Motorcycle Rear Fairing Piece?
This carbon veneer, although very flexible for a rigid cured composite, can only be bent around curves in one direction and thus would not be suitable to skin a complex curved part.

2.Do The Cut Edges Need Sealing And, If So, What With?
Whether or not cut edges would benefit from sealing really comes down to the application and environment where the sheet will be used, specifically, we're really talking about prolonged or permanent exposure to liquids like water, chemicals, oil etc. In an application where the cut edge of the sheet is going to be regularly or permanently exposed to liquids then it would be beneficial to seal the edge to prevent water ingress which, over enough time, can travel down the fibers and cause delamination.
Based on the above, if edge sealing is deemed advantageous then it's best done using some epoxy resin which should be mixed(according to its accompanying instructions) and either be brushed or smeared on the cut edge, or the cut edge dipped in it. 

3.Hello What Would Be The Best Way To Cut This To Shapes? Would Scissors Be Oka y Or Would They Crack/Chip The Resin?
Good question!The 0.25mm sheet is thin enough to be cut with scissors/shears but they do need to be sharp and provide a reasonable amount of leverage and providing this is the case, you wouldn't expect to see any noticeable cracking or chipping.Alternative s to scissors or shears would be a hacksaw (a metal blade with fine teeth or a gritted blade, like one you'd use for tile cutting would work well) or you can use things like a rotary cutting disk in a tool like a Dremel , but all of these are probably overkill for the 0.25mm sheet. In all cases, the edge can be smoothed and refined very quickly and easily using a bit of abrasive paper.

4.How Strong Is The 3M Adhesive Compared To Resin?
Compared to a properly bonded surface, the 3M adhesive would not be as strong. Most structural adhesives are stronger than the carbon itself, which for cosmetic applications is stronger than necessary. Hence the 3M adhesive offers an easy and convenient method of application for most cosmetic uses.

5.Is This UV Stable, For Permanent Outdoor Use?
The sheet has a high level of UV resistance, but in common with all epoxy based composites , is not fully UV stable. It depends on the environment and UV exposure but eventually the sheet will show yellowing. You can spray it with a UV stable lacquer to get more protection should you wish.

6. What Is The Minimum Radius Of Curvature Which Can Support?
The radius depends how it is being loaded, however, in practice, a radius less than around 30mm is likely to lead to the carbon fiber cracking and failing.

7.How Much Thickness Does The Self Adhesive Backing Add To The Sheet?
The 3M backing has a thickness of 0.13mm.

 8.Hi, Can This Be Heated With A Heat Gun Or Hairdryer To 'Bend' Round Tighter Corners?
The sheet cannot be bent with heat. The epoxy resin is a thermoset resin so is unable to be softened with heat.