Upgrade your project with 5.7oz Plain Weave Carbon Fiber, a premium composite material designed for superior strength, lightweight performance, and exceptional durability. This high-quality 3K carbon fiber fabric features a classic plain weave pattern, ensuring easy handling and a sleek, professional finish. Made in the USA.
Specifications
Fiber Type: High-strength carbon fiber (3K tow)
Weave Style: Plain weave
Fabric Weight: 5.7 oz/yd² (193 gsm)
Width: 50″ (1.27 m) standard
Thickness: ~0.010″ (0.25 mm)
Tensile Strength: ~500 KSI
Tensile Modulus: ~33 MSI
Density: 1.8 g/cm³
Finish: Sizing compatible with epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyester resins
(this product does not have an adhesive backing, it is referred to as a tape because of its size)
Carbon fiber is a high-strength, lightweight material made from thin strands of carbon. It’s used in aerospace, marine, automotive, sporting goods, and composite construction for its superior strength-to-weight ratio.
Can carbon fiber be used with epoxy resin?
Yes, epoxy resin is the most commonly used resin with carbon fiber, providing a strong, durable bond for structural and cosmetic applications.
How strong is carbon fiber fabric?
Carbon fiber has a tensile strength around 500,000 psi and is roughly five times stronger than steel by weight, which is why it is used where stiffness and low weight both matter. Real-world laminate strength depends on resin, fiber orientation, and layup quality, so a strong carbon panel comes from good wet-out and proper ply orientation, not the fabric alone.
How is carbon fiber different from fiberglass?
Carbon fiber is stiffer, stronger, and lighter than fiberglass, but also more expensive. It’s used when performance and weight savings are critical.