THE MANUFACTURE OF CARBON FIBRE 

The difference between Wet Carbon Fibre and Dry Carbon Fibre (Pre Preg Carbon Fibre) mainly lies in different manufacturing process of Carbon Fibre.

The process results in differences in weight, strength and other factors and each has its own advantages and disadvantages.

WET CARBON FIBRE

The Process

  • The Carbon Fibre is hand coated with resin prior to processing.
  • A mixture of 2 parts resin and one part carbon is applied.
  • It is then laid out by hand into a mould using dry cloth

Advantages

  • This process makes Wet Carbon Fibre less expensive to produce than Dry Carbon Fibre.
  • It has a wet shiny appearance which can be attractive.

Disadvantages

  • The process makes it subject to more air bubbles which can create weaknesses and wavy fibre weaves.

The Process

  • Resin is impregnated within the Carbon Fibre itself.
  • The Carbon Fibre is placed into a mould and pressurised to properly cure.

Advantages

  • The manufacturing process is superior.
  • This method creates the least amount of waste.
  • The pressurising process means the formation of fewer pinholes and almost no air pockets.
  • Dry Carbon Fibre is significantly lighter than Wet Carbon Fibre.
  • It is significantly stronger.
  • Dry Carbon Fibre is the highest quality version of Carbon Fibre produced.

DRY CARBON FIBRE

OUR MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF DRY CARBON FIBRE PRODUCTS

  • Design shapes are machined from the pre preg Carbon Fibre material.

  • Lay up of the Carbon Fibre material into the mould is implemented.

  • The Carbon Fibre product is cured with heat and pressure.

  • The product is de-moulded from the mould.

  • Any excess Carbon Fibre material is trimmed from the product. Cutting and drilling of holes may also be done at this stage where required.

  • Where the project product comprises of numerous parts, the Carbon Fibre parts are assembled with adhesive.

  • The product is finished by painting and polishing.

  • The end Carbon Fibre product is packaged.

  • Logistics are arranged for delivery of the successful end product to our customer.

OUR EXECUTION PROCESS OF EACH CUSTOMER’S PROJECT

Consultation

  • The objectives are defined.
  • The strengths are identified and weighed up.

Product Design

  • The project is taken from initial concept to draw up of CAD design.
  • Product simulation is undertaken. 

Prototype Sample Testing and Confirming the Design

  • 3D print prototype is produced and test fitted for parameter confirmation.

  • The sample is subject to testing. Testing may include :

- Strength testing.

- Fatigue testing.

- Drop testing.

- Such other testing as may be required according to the ambits of each individual project. 

The Mould is Designed

The Mould is Manufactured

Mass production of Carbon Fibre products.