Applying Adhesive Backed Carbon Fiber Sheets
Applying Adhesive Backed Carbon Fiber Sheets Now you can apply Carbon Fiber to any surface with ACP’s high gloss, decorative adhesive backed Carbon Fiber Sheets. These first quality carbon fiber sheets have a deep, glossy, three dimensional finish. The proprietary Autoclave process, 100% genuine carbon fiber prepreg (not a printed vinyl), and superior epoxy resin […]
Vacuum Bagging Instructions for Sheeting Wings
Cutting Composite Rods & Tubes
The Do’s and Don’ts of Cutting Composites Rods and Tubes Cutting composite rods and tubes can be easy by simply following the Do’s and Don’ts of Cutting Composite Rods and Tubes. By choosing the proper cutting blade and implement, prepping before cutting and following safety procedures for each cutting method, anyone can make accurate, clean, […]
The Cut and Fold Technique
The Cut and Fold Technique using Honeycomb Sandwich Panels Honeycomb sandwich panels can be constructed to form complex shapes and angles by following the “cut and fold” technique. With the “cut and fold” technique, a section of skin is cut away from one side of the honeycomb panel, allowing the panel to be manipulated to […]
Creating a Pleat When Vacuum Bagging
Creating a Pleat When Vacuum Bagging Vacuum Bag pleating is a common practice used when laying up a part that has a deep mold or complex contours. Pleats allow the vacuum bagging film to form evenly around the part, creating consistent vacuum pressure. When laying down bagging film on your laminate it is important to […]
Woven Fabric Style Guide
Woven Fabric Style Guide When selecting a woven fabric, knowing the various design elements offers an understanding of what available options are best suited for specific applications. There are four basic variables to consider: the weight of the yarn, the thread count of the woven fabric, the weave pattern, and the fabric finish. These attributes […]
Adjusting the Vacuum Switch
Adjusting the Vacuum Switch When vacuum bagging, being able to ensure that your part remains under uniform pressure/vacuum will determine if a part will cure successfully. With the use of a vacuum switch in your bagging setup, a user can monitor the vacuum and automatically regulate pressure in real time. But sometimes the Hg setting […]
