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CarbonFiber_SelectorGuide_us

CarbonFiber_SelectorGuide_us

CarbonFiber_SelectorGuide_us

Product catalog summary
Overview: HexTow® carbon fiber from Hexcel is manufactured through a continuous process involving polyacrylonitrile precursor transformation via oxidation, carbonization, and graphitization. This results in a material with high strength-to-weight and stiffness-to-weight ratios, making it stronger than steel, lighter than aluminum, and as stiff as titanium. The fiber is available in Continuous and Chopped forms.
Continuous Fiber: This form can be integrated with various thermoset and thermoplastic resin systems, suitable for weaving, braiding, filament winding, and prepreg tow applications. The document provides a detailed selector guide for different fiber types, including AS2C, IM10, IM9, IM8, IM7, and others, with specifications on tensile strength, modulus, strain, weight, and density.
Chopped Fiber: Used in compression and injection molding for machine parts, gears, and valves, offering excellent corrosion, creep, and fatigue resistance. The document lists fiber lengths and sizing compatibility with various matrices like polyamide, polycarbonate, and epoxy.
Hexcel Strengths: Hexcel boasts a vast aerospace database, extensive qualifications in military, space, and commercial aerospace, over 30 years of manufacturing experience, and strong technology development capabilities.
Product Applications: Hexcel's product range includes carbon fiber, RTM materials, honeycomb cores, prepregs, structural film adhesives, and more, catering to aerospace and other demanding industries.
Important Notes: The document emphasizes that the technical data provided is accurate as of the preparation date, but Hexcel reserves the right to modify it. Performance values are representative and not specification minima.
Contact Information: For U.S. inquiries, Hexcel provides toll-free numbers, and for international contacts, a visit to their website is recommended.
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Carbon Fiber from Hexcel

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Typical Epoxy Composite Properties* IM10 12k US Units SI Units Property IM7 12k US Units SI Units AS4 12k US Units SI Units 0˚ Tensile Strength 480 ksi 3310 MPa 395 ksi 2723 MPa 320 ksi 2205 MPa 0˚ Tensile Modulus 27.5 Msi 190 GPa 23.8 Msi 164 GPa 20.5 Msi 141 GPa 1.6% 1.6% 1.6% 1.6% 1.6% 1.6% 18.5 ksi 128 MPa 18.5 ksi 128 MPa 18.5 ksi 128 MPa 0˚ Compressive Strength 260 ksi 1793 MPa 260 ksi 1793 MPa 222 ksi 1530 MPa 0˚ Compressive Modulus 23.8 Msi 164 GPa 21.7 Msi 150 GPa 18.6 Msi 128 GPa 0˚ Tensile Strain 0˚ Short Beam Shear Strength *Typical HexPly® 8552 Composite Properties (Room Temperature,...

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Hexcel Corporation believes, in good faith, that the technical data and other information provided herein Is materially accurate as of the date this document is prepared. Hexcel reserves the right to modify such information at any time. The performance values in this data sheet are considered representative but do not and should not constitute specification minima. The only obligations of Hexcel, including warranties, if any, will be set forth in a contract signed by Hexcel or In Hexcel's then current standard Terms and Conditions of Sale as set forth on the back of Hexcel's Order Acknowledgement....

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.