CARBON FIBER

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Carbon Fiber is a long, thin strand of material about 0.005-0.010 mm in diameter and composed mostly of carbon atoms. The carbon atoms are bonded together in microscopic crystals that are more or less aligned parallel to the long axis of the fiber. The crystal alignment makes the fiber incredibly strong for its size.

Carbon Fibers come in many forms and can be manipulated based on a unique applicatio's needs. For example several thousand carbon fibers are twisted together to form a yarn, which may be used by itself or woven into a fabric. The yarn or fabric is combined with epoxy and wound or molded into shape to form various composite materials.
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Carbon fiber-reinforced composite materials are used to make aircraft and spacecraft parts, racing car bodies, golf club shafts, bicycle frames, fishing rods,automobile springs, sailboat masts, and many other components where light weight and high strength are needed. The only limit to what carbon fiber can produce is the imagination of the person who intends to use it.
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​​The Benefits of Carbon Fiber
Carbon fiber composites have numerous benefits, standing out from the crowd for several reasons. Below are just a few of the benefits of carbon fiber and why it is the choice material of many engineers and designers around the world.
Lightweight
Carbon fiber is a low density material with a very high strength to weight ratio. This means that carbon fiber is tough without getting bogged down like steel or aluminum, making it perfect for applications such as cars or airliners.
High Tensile Strength
Carbon fiber is known for its high-tensile strength, with repeated testing to demonstrate that it is one of the strongest of all commercial reinforcing fibers.
Resistant to Corrosion
With the strength of carbon-carbon bonds, carbon fiber is naturally resistant to oxidization. This makes carbon fiber well suited for environments where it might be exposed to salt water or corrosive chemical agents.
Low Coefficient of Thermal Expansion
Carbon fiber has a low CTE, meaning that it is less likely to change shape when exposed to heat than other materials.
Exceptional Durability
Carbon fiber has superior fatigue properties compared to metal, meaning components made of carbon fiber won’t wear out as quickly under the stress of constant use.
Multiple Forms
Carbon fiber is available in a variety of forms (woven, tow, chopped, etc.), making it versatile in its application.
Low Thermal Conductivity
Carbon fiber has a low thermal conductivity, making a good choice for applications where a heat-resistant material is needed.
Dampens Sound
Due to the way carbon fiber absorbs sound waves, it can be a great material for dampening noise.
Design Flexibility
Because of its impeccable strength-to-weight ratio, carbon fiber is able to be used across a number of fields and applications. It can also be shaped and molded in ways that traditional materials, such as aluminum and steel, cannot.

Commercializing Carbon Fiber.
Thirty years ago, carbon fiber was a space-age material, too costly to be used in anything except aerospace. However today, carbon fiber is being used in wind turbines, automobiles, sporting goods, and many other applications. Thanks to carbon fiber manufacturers, carbon fiber has become a viable commercial product.