Performance
Physical Property Comparison
3-Point Bend Test - 1" CarbonBar™ vs Steel vs Aluminum
Peak Stress Comparison
| Material | Peak Stress (ksi) |
|---|---|
| CFRPU | 198.56 |
| Steel | 89.13 |
| Aluminum | 53.90 |
Material Properties
| Property | CarbonBar |
|---|---|
| Density (g/cc) | 1.63 |
| Tensile strength (Ksi) | 272 |
| Tensile modulus (Ksi) | 24061.7 |
| Compressive strength (Ksi) | 136 |
| Flex modulus (Ksi) | 19725 |
Proven Performance & Reliability
Material of choice for high-tech industries like aviation, automotive, aerospace, energy and infrastructure.
Selected for use in planes, cars, windmills, etc., due to its superior strength-to-weight ratio and other attributes. CF Span is now bringing affordable Carbon Fiber solutions to your markets and applications.
Benefits
4X
Stronger than Steel
5X
Lighter than aluminium
200%
Stiffer than steel
Job-Site
Flexibility
Weather
& chemical resistant
Light weight
& Easy installation
Increased
Spanning capabilities
Enhances
Strength
Cost
Effectiveness
Fatigue
Resistant
Temperature
Stability
Additional
Load Bearing
Build on Your Strength
Elevates your product and services with innovative technology that benefits your customers and will span far into the future
One of the strongest reinforcing fiber with higher stiffness per density than metal, plastic, or wood
Easy to build on existing materials to make them stronger and longer lasting
Incorporate CF Span products with existing construction techniques to dramatically improve performance and results
Adds tangible value with minimal effort
Adhesion without welding
Durability
They provide new spanning capabilities and enhanced performance by delivering additional support and strength to any structure.
- Temperature stability (low thermal expansion)
- Maintains form in hot/cold weather no warping or change in size
- Improved impact resistance
- Fatigue resistant
- Impervious to water, snow, wind and rain
- Weather and chemical resistant
- Does not corrode or rot
Ease of Use
Lightweight, safe and easy to manage in the field
Flexible - easy to cut and size to fit
Less prone to wear and tear compared to traditional materials
Easy to build on existing materials to make them stronger, longer lasting
Do it once – and you're done!
Rapidly scalable
Modular solution
Minimal maintenance upkeep
Easy Installation & handling
VERSATILE
On-site drilling, cutting, handling, sizing and finishing
For best results - standard carbide tipped construction tools or tile cutting equipment can be used to cut, trim and drill Carbon Bar material on the job site using a table saw, chop saw, drill or skill saw.
ASSEMBLING & FASTENING
Bonding & fastening agents include
Commonly used adhesives like polyurethane, epoxy and acrylates. Common fasteners can also be used - pre drilling is recommended when possible. Self tapping screws are also an option.