What are Flame Retardant Carbon Fibre Plates & Tubes?
Flame retardant carbon fibre plates are stiff flat panels (1-10 mm thick) made from high strength carbon fibre laminates impregnated with fire resistant epoxy resin systems. Flame retardant carbon fibre tubes are hollow cylindrical profiles (round, square, rectangular) manufactured by roll wrapping or pultrusion of the same flame retardant resin matrix.
Both benefit from the basic advantages of carbon fibre and pass the rigors fire regulations:
UL94 V-0 rated " No Dripping Self-extinguishing Limited Flame Spread
Low smoke & non toxic : Important in tight locations, no halogenated vapours
High Temperature Tolerance 200C+ structural integrity
Major Applications:
Cargo parts Firewall, liner panels, equipment installation
Aircraft/UAV structures: Lightweight flame resistant trusses Wing spars Landing gear struts
Structural elements for satellites that are non-magnetic, fire-proof and thermally stable.
? Transportation & Trains
Interiors of trains: Seat frames, handrails, partitions and ceiling panels
Subway/metro: fire resistant structural frames, electrical cupboards
High speed rail: lightweight body panels and substructure elements for fire safety
Battery enclosure fire containment, impact resistance and thermal runaway mitigation
Chassis & Bodywork Structural panels to reduce the weight of vehicles 30 - 50% lighter [70]
Charging Infrastructure Industrial & Automation Flame retardant support poles and electrical enclosures
Robotics:
Electrical Enclosures Control cabinets / Chassis Server (UL94 V-0) Cable management system
Semiconductor equipment Wafer transfer arms Clean room construction elements
Chemical therapy Corrosion resistant and flame proof grating, coverings and ducting
Offshore Platforms: Walkways, Support Structures and Railing Systems
Yachts/boats: light-weight, fire-proof deck panels, hull strengthening Construction & Infrastructure Sector
fire safety high rise buildings uv resistant facade panels
Reinforcement of structure. Flame-retardant plate strengthening of beams/columns
Fire protection partitions Smoke separation and partitions in public buildings
Key Benefits of Our Fire Retardant Carbon Fibre Products
1. Unique light weight & high intensity
Density: 1/4 the weight of steel, 1/2 the weight of aluminium
Tensile Strength - 7-10 times the strength of steel of equivalent weight
Modulus: minimal deflection with load 60 – 75 % of structure weight Better load-reduction capability
2. UL94 V0 Certified Fire Retardant & Safety
Low smoke toxicity Halogen-free Inhabited places protected
Anti-drips A lattice of carbon fibre prevents the molten resin spilling out
3. Enhanced Durability & Environmental Resistance
Corrosion resistant Will not rust or corrode in sea water, chemicals & humidity UV stable Will not fade or break down in the elements.
Low thermal expansion Stable over wide temperature range
Fatigue resistant: 10x life of metals under cyclic loadings
4. Customisation and Design Flexibility
Finish : Glossy/Matt, Coated or Raw Carbon Fibre Look
5. Long term solution Save money
Very easy to keep up with. No paint. No rust or corrosion repairs.
Energy savings The reduced weight of components leads to reduced fuel/energy usage in transport/industrial systems
Life Span 20+ Years In Metal 5-10 Years In Hostile Situations
❌Industry Pains Problem 1: Impacts Heavy Metals Performance & Safety Solution:
❌ Pain Point 2: Fire Disaster - Combustible Composites
Standard carbon fibre composites are limited in fire critical applications due to the presence of flammable epoxy. UL94 V0 approved, self-extinguishing, low smoke, non-toxic fumes and no fire risk in confined/high safety situations.
❌ Pain Point 3: Corrosion & Environmental Damage Reducing Metal Lifespan Metal Rusts. Failure. Standard composite chemicals/salts. FR carbon fibre plates/tubes are 100% corrosion resistant, UV resistant and chemical immune. Maintenance free, over 20 year life for marine/industrial use.
❌ Pain Point #4: Fire Code Restrictions on Material Choices
Fire certified materials for aerospace/rail/EV are few and far between. Our product is fire safe to UL94 V0. High strength, lightweight, durable, fire resistant structural material.
❌ Pain point 5: Very expensive to maintain and replace
Metals require periodic maintenance and coating. Most composites wear out and need to be replaced on a regular basis. Our FR carbon fibre products are maintenance free and last 3-4 times longer than metals, resulting in a reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for the lifetime of the product.
Why Choose Us for Your Flame Retardant Carbon Fibre Solutions?
UL94 V0, ISO 9001 Full Certification Dimensional Tolerance +0.2mm precision production and 100% ultrasonic NDT testing Special engineering . . . Thickness and Shape to fit your particular purpose Layup,
Shipping: Fast worldwide delivery to aerospace, rail, EV and industrial customers around the world
Professional help More than 10 years in the field of carbon fibre technologies Let us help you to choose the right product for your project
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