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02-05-2010, 01:59 PM
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How many layers of carbon fiber cloth would be needed to make a 3-4mm thick carbon fiber part?
if you are wondering why i ask in this forum is because ill make a custom part for my buggy...
if you are wondering why i ask in this forum is because ill make a custom part for my buggy...
02-05-2010, 02:10 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
i have ordered a kit that includes everything... i just need to know how much CF cloth to order... how many layers CF cloth will make 3mm???
02-05-2010, 10:01 PM
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its much easier to just buy a sheet of carbon fiber in the thickness ya want and fabricate from that
its much easier to just buy a sheet of carbon fiber in the thickness ya want and fabricate from that
02-06-2010, 11:14 AM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
nobody is really answering my question... CF sheet is flat shaped, the part has curves, i have done months of research before getting ready for it... i just need to know what i asked...
02-06-2010, 11:46 AM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
Ok, I just did some quick research. Carbon fiber cloth can be bought in varying thicknesses. The company usually specifies the thickness so you should be able to use this info. to get a rough estimate of how much layers you will need. If the thickness is not stated i guess you can contact the company and get the info. from them.
Which part will you be making? I am really curious to see how it comes out.
Which part will you be making? I am really curious to see how it comes out.
02-06-2010, 03:01 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
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have you ever seen a curved carbon fiber part? not really, it compromises structural integrity
have you ever seen a curved carbon fiber part? not really, it compromises structural integrity
02-06-2010, 05:47 PM
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When in college in Miami, I worked in the boat yards. I have laid more fiberglass and carbon fiber than should be legal. The fact that I can still breath is amazing to me.
Later in life (about when The Fast and the Furious came out), I started making interior car parts out of carbon fiber. I made stereo surrounds, glove box doors, entire dash boards, center consoles, etc. I made nearly $20k in 6 months (in my spare time) making parts for show cars...
If you think that you can buy a "kit", some carbon fiber material and start making parts with complex angles you have another thing coming. You might get away with making some flat pieces as long as they are small and you have a vacuum machine.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to send a PM. I have PLENTY of pics of parts I have made. I just dont have the time or patience to start making things again!
Later in life (about when The Fast and the Furious came out), I started making interior car parts out of carbon fiber. I made stereo surrounds, glove box doors, entire dash boards, center consoles, etc. I made nearly $20k in 6 months (in my spare time) making parts for show cars...
If you think that you can buy a "kit", some carbon fiber material and start making parts with complex angles you have another thing coming. You might get away with making some flat pieces as long as they are small and you have a vacuum machine.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to send a PM. I have PLENTY of pics of parts I have made. I just dont have the time or patience to start making things again!
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RE: Carbon Fiber
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When in college in Miami, I worked in the boat yards. I have laid more fiberglass and carbon fiber than should be legal. The fact that I can still breath is amazing to me.
Later in life (about when The Fast and the Furious came out), I started making interior car parts out of carbon fiber. I made stereo surrounds, glove box doors, entire dash boards, center consoles, etc. I made nearly $20k in 6 months (in my spare time) making parts for show cars...
If you think that you can buy a ''kit'', some carbon fiber material and start making parts with complex angles you have another thing coming. You might get away with making some flat pieces as long as they are small and you have a vacuum machine.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to send a PM. I have PLENTY of pics of parts I have made. I just dont have the time or patience to start making things again!
When in college in Miami, I worked in the boat yards. I have laid more fiberglass and carbon fiber than should be legal. The fact that I can still breath is amazing to me.
Later in life (about when The Fast and the Furious came out), I started making interior car parts out of carbon fiber. I made stereo surrounds, glove box doors, entire dash boards, center consoles, etc. I made nearly $20k in 6 months (in my spare time) making parts for show cars...
If you think that you can buy a ''kit'', some carbon fiber material and start making parts with complex angles you have another thing coming. You might get away with making some flat pieces as long as they are small and you have a vacuum machine.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to send a PM. I have PLENTY of pics of parts I have made. I just dont have the time or patience to start making things again!
02-06-2010, 08:57 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
Well, can't answer your question about how many layers are needed but to all those others, carbon fiber starts out life as a cloth, like the fabric your clothes are made of. If you have a form, you can make it form to any shape you want.
02-06-2010, 11:21 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
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have you ever seen a curved carbon fiber part? not really, it compromises structural integrity
have you ever seen a curved carbon fiber part? not really, it compromises structural integrity
CF sheet is flat shaped, the part has curves, i have done months of research before getting ready for it... i just need to know what i asked...
02-06-2010, 11:59 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
ABSOLUTELY... Ive made complex curved carbon fiber parts many times. The key is having a good mold, a good vacuum machine and knowing how to lay the cloth so that when it is stretched the fibers dont lose their strength.
Their are carbon kevlar race helmets all over the place. I wore one of these my last trip to Laguna Seca.
The Titan ADV will set the new standard in helmets. Extremely light due to a new Carbon Kevlar composite blend. The Titan ADV performs extraordinarily well in open wheel racing where proper aerodynamics are imperative. Comes complete with HANS clips and a removable liner for easy maintenance. Only $1100!!!
Their are carbon kevlar race helmets all over the place. I wore one of these my last trip to Laguna Seca.
The Titan ADV will set the new standard in helmets. Extremely light due to a new Carbon Kevlar composite blend. The Titan ADV performs extraordinarily well in open wheel racing where proper aerodynamics are imperative. Comes complete with HANS clips and a removable liner for easy maintenance. Only $1100!!!
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So you agree that carbon fiber can be made curvy?
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When in college in Miami, I worked in the boat yards. I have laid more fiberglass and carbon fiber than should be legal. The fact that I can still breath is amazing to me.
Later in life (about when The Fast and the Furious came out), I started making interior car parts out of carbon fiber. I made stereo surrounds, glove box doors, entire dash boards, center consoles, etc. I made nearly $20k in 6 months (in my spare time) making parts for show cars...
If you think that you can buy a ''kit'', some carbon fiber material and start making parts with complex angles you have another thing coming. You might get away with making some flat pieces as long as they are small and you have a vacuum machine.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to send a PM. I have PLENTY of pics of parts I have made. I just dont have the time or patience to start making things again!
When in college in Miami, I worked in the boat yards. I have laid more fiberglass and carbon fiber than should be legal. The fact that I can still breath is amazing to me.
Later in life (about when The Fast and the Furious came out), I started making interior car parts out of carbon fiber. I made stereo surrounds, glove box doors, entire dash boards, center consoles, etc. I made nearly $20k in 6 months (in my spare time) making parts for show cars...
If you think that you can buy a ''kit'', some carbon fiber material and start making parts with complex angles you have another thing coming. You might get away with making some flat pieces as long as they are small and you have a vacuum machine.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to send a PM. I have PLENTY of pics of parts I have made. I just dont have the time or patience to start making things again!
02-07-2010, 04:18 AM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
basically i am going to use the CF to make a strengthening plate for my Brama 10B chassis because it always cracks right in front of the rear bulkhead... and btw... just for info... these are the kits for the [link=http://www.carbonmods.co.uk/Products/Carbon-Fibre-Laminating-Starter-Kit__CMCFLK300.aspx]Carbon Fiber[/link] and for the [link=http://www.carbonmods.co.uk/Products/Carbon-Fibre-Mould-Making-Kit__CMMMK750.aspx]mould[/link]
could not find the thickness but i will email them for more info and let you know
thank you for all the information...
as soon as my kit arrives and i make it i will post some pics...
could not find the thickness but i will email them for more info and let you know
thank you for all the information...
as soon as my kit arrives and i make it i will post some pics...
03-06-2010, 12:01 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
Ok i have just finished my project and here it is...
the result is pretty good, it is not perfectly comsetic but for a first time carbon making its pretty good and strong...
included in the pictures both stock and custom chassis...
tell me your opinions...
P.s: carbon chassis still needs to be trimmed and finished!
the result is pretty good, it is not perfectly comsetic but for a first time carbon making its pretty good and strong...
included in the pictures both stock and custom chassis...
tell me your opinions...
P.s: carbon chassis still needs to be trimmed and finished!
03-06-2010, 09:01 PM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
hey i know it doesnt have to do with the thread but could you consider making CF parts for my truck( 03 s-10 extreme) im 13 and just wanna know the prices for like CF engine parts and interior parts lmk thanks
03-07-2010, 02:11 AM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
I see alot of people refering to "just buying a board of CF" up near the start of the thread anyone have any links? i've got a drawing for a slash chassis i might build at somepoint but i haven't found anyone who doesnt want like "over nine thousand!!!!" dollar for a square foot and a half of 2.5 to 4 millimeter carbon fibre...
03-07-2010, 04:54 AM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
one of the best websites (dont know if its the cheapest) is this: [link=http://www.robotmarketplace.com/store_carbon_fiber_faq.html]Robot Marketplace[/link]
to coxie: you can buy the kit and try it out on your own... this was my first trial with carbon fibre and turned out pretty good... its not the easiest thing in the world to achieve but im sure you'll get it right
to coxie: you can buy the kit and try it out on your own... this was my first trial with carbon fibre and turned out pretty good... its not the easiest thing in the world to achieve but im sure you'll get it right
03-07-2010, 08:57 AM
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RE: Carbon Fiber
ok thanks this will help alot. were i live people dont sell it and i dought some people have even heard of it. thanks for everything and if u know anything else please share it thanks
03-07-2010, 10:07 AM
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btw the kit i used was this: [link=http://KIT]http://www.carbonmods.co.uk/Products/Carbon-Fibre-Laminating-Starter-Kit__CMCFLK300.aspx[/link]