What is Carbon Fibre Fabric?

Carbon fibre fabric is just like other fabrics except it uses carbon fibres instead of cotton, nylon, polyester, etc. The weave is coarser than fabrics used for clothing, it is more like a heavy canvas. Carbon fibre fabric needs to be laminated with a matrix (i.e. resin) to form a rigid structure.

Why are there different weaves of carbon fibre fabric?

Carbon fiber comes in different weaves optimized for different uses. For example, the standard twill weave is a good all-purpose fabric. Unidirectional fabric is good for adding strength and stiffness in one direction. Plain weave is good for delicate layups and some patterns are just designed for a unique look!

What’s the difference between carbon fibre fabric and prepreg?

Prepreg is a version of carbon fiber that already has a tacky resin impregnated into it. Both carbon fiber fabric and prepreg can be cut and formed into all sort of shapes. Unlike carbon fiber fabric which can be made at room temperature, prepreg requires elevated temperatures and pressure to cure properly.

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AMPRO 115 UV Epoxy Resin/Hardener 1.32kg/5kg Pack

$74.80 – $184.80 incl. GST

Same 100:26 resin to hardener mix ratio by weight across range of hardener speeds
Viscosity optimised for good fabric wet-out and drainage resistance
Good cure progression from ambient only cures
Tough resin matrix giving good laminate mechanical properties

Size (Epoxy + Hardener kit) - Kg

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Description

Gurit® AMPRO™ 115 is a simple to use, low viscosity, ultra-clear epoxy laminating system with the benefit of a high levels of UV resistance. It has been formulated for the manufacture of laminates such as those used in marine, automotive and leisure industries which are to remain unpainted, and where a very clear finish is required. AMPRO™ 115 is an improved version of the original SP 115 resin system.

AMPRO™ 115 has twice the resistance to UV yellowing compared to standard Gurit AMPRO products. AMPRO™ 115 is a suitable to be used for lamination of glass, carbon, aramid and flax fibres. It can also be applied as a top gloss coat to FRP laminates and wooden surfaces. AMPRO™ 115 can also be used for small volume casting and decorative work.

AMPRO™ 115 is compatible with all types of foams, polystyrenes, polyurethanes, Gurit PVC, Gurit Kerdyn™ PET and Corecell™ products.

Data sheet AMPRO 115