Honeycomb Orange / Black Carbon Hybrid Fabric – 240 gsm

Carbon Hybrid Fabric with Honeycomb Pattern – 240 gsm

The Honeycomb Orange / Black Carbon Hybrid 240gsm is a decorative composite fabric designed for cosmetic and light structural applications where visual impact matters. It combines carbon fibre with coloured reinforcement to create a distinctive hexagonal honeycomb pattern, delivering a bold appearance while maintaining the recognisable look of carbon fibre.

Unlike traditional twill or plain weaves, this fabric uses a honeycomb-style pattern, which creates a geometric surface effect without altering the base mechanical behaviour of the carbon reinforcement. As a result, it works well as a cosmetic outer layer while remaining compatible with standard composite processes.

Appearance & Performance

This Honeycomb Carbon Hybrid Fabric 240gsm orange reinforcement provides strong contrast against the black carbon fibre, creating a vivid honeycomb effect. However, once resin is applied, the orange tone will darken slightly, producing a deeper, more saturated finish. Because of this behaviour, the final appearance becomes more refined after cure.

Although the honeycomb pattern does not increase structural strength, the fabric still benefits from the inherent stiffness and stability of carbon fibre. Therefore, it remains suitable for cosmetic skins and non-primary structural laminates.

Processing & Compatibility

This 240gsm carbon hybrid fabric processes in the same way as standard carbon fibre cloth. It works well with epoxy resin systems and suits common composite methods.

Compatible processes include:

• Hand lay-up

• Vacuum bagging

• Resin infusion

• Cosmetic skinning over existing structures

For best visual results, careful fibre alignment and even resin distribution are recommended during lay-up.

Typical Applications

• Automotive interior and exterior panels

• Motorsport bodywork and trim

• Custom furniture and decorative panels

• Marine interiors

• Sporting goods and display components

• Cosmetic carbon fibre skins

Technical Specifications

The honeycomb pattern provides a unique visual finish while remaining compatible with standard composite manufacturing methods.

Why Choose Enhanced Composites

Enhanced Composites supplies specialty carbon hybrid fabrics selected for consistent quality, clean handling, and predictable results. Each fabric suits builders who want to achieve a distinctive appearance without compromising processing reliability.

FAQs

Does the honeycomb pattern improve strength?
No. The honeycomb pattern is decorative and does not increase structural performance more than the normal plain kevlar/carbon hybrid.

Will the orange colour change when resin is applied?
Yes. The orange will darken slightly once wet out with resin, resulting in a deeper final colour.