Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeves

Our Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeves are ideal for tapered, curved or other irregular shapes and feature ultimate strength in one direction. These unidirectional sleeves are braided with small elastic bias yarns offering conformability, fitting snugly while uniformly distributing the axial reinforcements around the perimeter of the part. Our unidirectional carbon fiber sleeves even conform to parts with varying diameters, irregular shapes, or varying cross-sections like prosthetics and hockey sticks. These sleeves are available in 3/4”, 1-1/2”, 2-1/2” and 3-3/4” diameters.

Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeve Features

• Small elastic bias yarns for great conformability, and ease of layup
• Unidirectional fibers for strength in one direction
• Wets out easily with resin
• Fatigue resistance for durable strength

Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeve Tips

• The sleeves can be increased from their base diameter at an average rate of 127%. This means that our 1-1/2" sleeve can be can be expanded to 2.625" in diameter.
• Laying up sleeves is predictable, repeatable, and suitable for precise manufacture of composite parts. Unidirectional sleeves fit snugly and uniformly distributing the axial reinforcements around the perimeter of the part, while offering ultimate strength in one direction.
• To maximize the fiber properties, use with epoxy or vinyl ester resins.
• Polyester resin is also suitable, and is primarily used in cosmetic applications where higher strength-to-weight ratios are not a factor.

Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeve Specifications

Diameter	0.75" – 3.75"
Fabric Weight	15.2 - 19.02 oz/yd²
Tensile Strength	610-700 KSI
Tensile Modulus	31-35 MSI
Expansion	80-175%

 

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What are Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeves?

Unidirectional Carbon Fiber Sleeves from Fibre Glast are ideal for tapered, curved, or other irregular shapes and feature ultimate strength in one direction. These unidirectional sleeves are braided with small elastic bias yarns offering conformability, fitting snugly while uniformly distributing the axial reinforcements around the perimeter of the part. The sleeves conform to parts with varying diameters, irregular shapes, or varying cross-sections like prosthetics and hockey sticks. Available in 3/4", 1-1/2", 2-1/2", and 3-3/4" diameters.

How Should Unidirectional Sleeves Be Used for Best Results?

The sleeves can be increased from their base diameter at an average rate of 127%. This means that the 1-1/2" sleeve can be expanded to 2.625" in diameter. Laying up sleeves is predictable, repeatable, and suitable for precise manufacture of composite parts. To maximize the fiber properties, use with epoxy or vinyl ester resins. Polyester resin is also suitable, and is primarily used in cosmetic applications where higher strength-to-weight ratios are not a factor.