Carbon Fibre Roll Wrapped Tube – 16mm x 14mm x 1000/1200mm

Carbon Fibre Roll Wrapped Tube 16mm x 14mm — 1000mm / 1200mm

Fine but capable. Two lengths for compact structural work.

Carbon fibre roll wrapped tube 16mm x 14mm is a fine diameter structural tube with a 1mm wall — and at this scale, carbon’s stiffness-to-weight advantage over aluminium and fibreglass is at its most compelling. Available in 1000mm and 1200mm lengths, this carbon fibre roll wrapped tube suits RC builds, drone frames, fine robotics, and precision mechanical assemblies where a 16mm OD keeps the profile slim without sacrificing the structural performance the application demands. Furthermore, the clean woven surface finish makes it ready to use straight from the pack.

Where 16mm x 14mm sits in the range

At 16mm OD with a 1mm wall, this tube sits between the ultra-fine small diameter grades and the more structural 22mm and 26mm sizes. Specifically, it suits applications where the structural member needs to stay as slim as possible — yet carry more load than a 10mm or 9mm tube can manage across the same span.

The 1200mm length option, moreover, gives this tube a practical span advantage over the standard 1000mm without committing to a full 2000mm length. Consequently, it suits applications where 1000mm falls marginally short — saving material and cost compared to cutting down a longer stock length.

Furthermore, the 14mm ID accepts standard push-rods, cables, and mechanical inserts without modification. As a result, integration into existing compact mechanical designs stays straightforward from the outset.

Key Performance Advantages

• 16mm OD fine structural format — slim enough for compact assemblies, yet capable enough for real structural loads across 1000mm and 1200mm spans
• Carbon fibre roll wrapped construction — carbon layers orient around the tube axis, therefore delivering efficient bending, torsion, and compression performance
• 1mm wall thickness — maximises stiffness-to-weight ratio at this diameter for weight-critical builds
• Two standard lengths — 1000mm and 1200mm available as separate SKUs to suit different span requirements
• 14mm ID — accepts standard push-rods, cables, and mechanical inserts without custom machining
• Significant weight saving — substantially lighter than aluminium or steel at equivalent diameter and length
• Easy to machine — cuts cleanly with a fine-tooth blade or diamond wheel

How 16mm Fits Into the Carbon Tube Range

The 16mm OD sits in useful territory between the fine grades and the slim mid-diameter sizes. In particular, understanding where it fits helps confirm the right choice for the application:

If the 16mm tube is right for the profile but the load case needs more diameter, the 22mm x 20mm is the logical next step. Similarly, if a finer profile suits the geometry better, the 10mm x 8mm is available as a stocked line.

Typical Applications

This tube suits any application where a fine, lightweight, structurally capable tube is needed at a compact diameter across two practical span lengths. In particular, it performs consistently across a wide range of industries:

• Drones & RC Aircraft — tail booms, motor mounts, boom arms, and structural frame members where 16mm OD keeps weight and profile both in check
• RC Models & Hobby Builds — structural spars, push rods, control linkages, and frame members on RC cars, boats, gliders, and aircraft
• Robotics & Automation — fine structural members, linkage tubes, and precision mechanical assemblies where slim profile and low weight matter
• Kite & Windsport Frames — leading edge spars and structural ribs on kites and foil equipment where fine, stiff tube is essential
• Photography & Camera Rigs — lightweight support members and fine structural elements on compact rig builds
• Aerospace Secondary Structures — lightweight tube members in instrumentation frames, sensor mounts, and non-primary structural assemblies
• Engineering & Prototyping — fine structural prototypes and test rigs requiring reliable small-diameter carbon tube across two standard lengths

Technical Specifications

Contact Enhanced Composites for bulk pricing, custom lengths, and technical datasheets.

Why Enhanced Composites

Enhanced Composites stocks carbon fibre roll wrapped tube 16mm x 14mm in both standard lengths as live inventory lines. Additionally, no minimum order applies and dispatch is fast across Australia. Moreover, trade pricing is available for volume orders — so whether you need a single piece for a prototype or a production batch across both lengths, the range covers it without friction.

Need bulk pricing or a custom length? Email info@enhancedcomposites.com.au