A Guide to Understanding Carbon Fiber Weaves and Fabrics
Too many potential carbon fiber buyers are confused when it comes down to which particular type of carbon fiber is used over another. Lets first break down the different categories of Carbon Fiber Woven Fabrics..
1. Plain (1×1) Weave
The plain or 1×1 weave is the second most used fabric type in the auto industry. As you would expect it is given its name (1×1) because it looks more like a checker board where the weave pattern goes up one and down one. Plain weave is then a tighter knit fabric and is easier to handle without making any distortions. On the down side the tighter weave makes it more difficult to drape the fabric over the mold; making this type a second favorite choice for most manufacturers.
2. 2×2 Twill Weave
The 2×2 twill weave is by far the most common carbon fiber fabric used in the automotive industry. This fabric type follows a distinct diagonal pattern. When you think about a 2×2 carbon weave look at it as a pattern that goes over two intersecting warps and under two (hence why it is called 2×2). This makes the fabric more pliable and looser. That means it can be applied more easily because it can be stretched to curves and contours with fewer complications. However, this also means the applicator needs to handle the weave more carefully than a plain or 1×1 weave as it is simple to leave slight distortions in the weave.
3. 3×3 Twill Weave
Other available surface finishing
Matt carbon
Forged carbon
Carbon fiber mix with different color
More choices of carbon material
Carbon fiber is a leading-edge material that is currently used in aerospace, military, and high-end race vehicle manufacturing. Integrating carbon fiber into today’s assortment of performance and luxury vehicles has quickly created raving fans of the space-age material. Carbon fiber improves vehicle driving dynamics like handling, braking, and acceleration, improves frame and body strength, and even affords better impact protection in the event of a crash.
Jcsportline can make products with different colors and surface finishing of the carbon parts, so if you can not find your interest in carbon material you can show us pictures for confirmation.
