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.

Vacuum bagging connector valve - Enhanced Composites

Vacuum bagging connector valve

$137.50 – $141.90 incl. GST

Reusable machined aluminium connector designed specifically for the resin infusion process.

OD: 6 / 8 / 10 / 12mm

For Resin Feed and Vacuum Line Connections

2 piece cast aluminum valve makes vacuum bag connections reliable and fast. Simply insert through bag by cutting an X in the film, the round bottom base plate is designed to keep breather from compressing under the plate and sealing off.

Flat base and twist lock design is easy to install
High quality components ensure good seals and safe vacuum bags
Simple, economical design keeps plumbing costs under control

Come with a quick-release vacuum coupling set of connectors for multiple and easy vacuum bagging.

On the underside of the connector is a 4-way channel that ensures a good air channel for the vacuum line into the project or alternatively a good flow of resin into the infusion spiral.

These infusion connectors are re-usable and can be removed from the cured laminate and resin once and infusion is complete and used again.