Our high-gloss carbon fiber sheets are made of 100% genuine carbon fiber, using a 2x2 twill weave fabric. One side of the carbon fiber sheet carries a mirror-like high gloss finish, while the back is pre-textured to bond to any surface, using the optional 3M high-performance double-sided adhesive (arrives unattached). The finish is perfect for high-end decorative applications. Please see below for more information on each carbon fiber sheets thickness to better understand what makes sense for your application.
0.25mm Thickness (1/100")
ABOUT
The 0.25mm thickness sheet is made up of just one layer of 3k 2x2 twill weave carbon fiber and has a stiff paper-like feel. It's worth noting that because only one layer is used, you will get a shine-through effect between the corners of where the carbon fiber threads are crossing over each other. The best way to describe this is if you were to put the sheet in front of a window, you see light shining through like pinholes. If your application is being applied to another surface, making sure that surface is a dark color is a great way to hide any shine-through effect without having to move up to a thicker material.
RIGIDITY
This sheet is best suited for applications on flat surfaces or pipes due to the fact that it only bends in one direction. It can bend enough that it could wrap around a 1-inch diameter pipe. It is not recommended on compound curves, convex or concave surfaces.
CUTTING
It can be cut with scissors, a paper cutter, or a razor knife. No other sanding or prep work is required.
0.5mm Thickness (1/50")
The 0.5mm thickness sheet is made up of just one layer of 6k 2x2 twill heavy card stock feel. Like the thinner 0.25mm sheet, you will get some shine-through effect against light, but it's much less.
1.0mm Thickness (1/25")
The 1.0mm thickness sheet is made up of just one layer of 6k 2x2 twill heavy card stock feel. You will not get any shine through at this thickness like you may have seen with thinner material.
Custom Sizes
We have the ability to do custom size, thickness, and finish. In bulk, we can even cut your sheets to spec with shapes. Please inquire if this is necessary for your project.
Why Are There So Many Kinds Of Carbon Fiber Plates?
Carbon fiber plates comes in so many variations to fit a wide range of applications. Standard carbon fiber plate is an excellent replacement for aluminum plates when you need something lightweight and strong. Unidirectional plate is extra stiff in one direction and high temp plate is good to 400°F+.
What Do The Different Surface Finishes Mean?
The surface finish of carbon fiber plate is often the result of the manufacturing method. Our gloss plates are vacuum infused to get a perfect reflective surface. Peel ply and matte surfaces are ready for bonding without additional sanding. Satin finishes show off the carbon fiber without being too flashy.
Which Carbon Fiber Sheet Is The Best For My Project?
Carbon fiber plate comes in thicknesses from 0.010” (0.25mm) up to 1.00” (25.4mm) to fit nearly any application. Standard twill and plain weave plates are an excellent choice for replacing aluminum or steel. Veneer plate is good for getting the real carbon fiber look without adding much weight.
What About Forged Carbon Fiber?
Forged carbon fiber is nickname for compression molded chopped fiber. Since the fiber goes in every direction the mechanical properties are equal in every direction (isotropic). We offer forged carbon fiber “chip board” that utilizes the same exact material as airplane and rocket manufacturers.
