Colored Carbon Fiber Tubing Glossy/Matte Finish - Functionality in Modern Design

Carbon fiber has long been revered for its exceptional strength, lightweight properties, and versatility. Traditionally associated with a sleek black finish, carbon fiber is often considered a high-performance material for applications where durability and strength are paramount. However, in recent years, the demand for colorful carbon fiber tubes has been on the rise. These vibrant variants combine the outstanding mechanical properties of carbon fiber with an aesthetic appeal, offering not only functional benefits but also an element of design that attracts industries and consumers alike.

Main Features

• Mechanical Resistances according to standard UNI EN 13706-1-2-3 ISO527
• Elastic module (E): 150 Gpa
• Elastic module x section (E A): 11.309 kN
• Tensile strength > 2.463 Mpa
• Tensile strength in section: 186 kN
• Carbon Fibre Properties
• Number of filaments: 24K (24.000 filaments per strand)
• Elastic module (E): 234 GPa
• Tensile strength: 4.830 MPa
• Density: 1,80 g/cm3

Other Characteristics

• Carbon fibre content by volume (Vf): 68%
• Glass transition temperature (Tg), ISO 11357-2 DSC: 140 ºC
• Recommended Start Temperature: -30 ºC a + 100 ºC
• Resin type: epoxy
• The carbon tube is made of pure 3K carbon fiber material. matte finish is great for surface coating and adhesive bonding applications. They can be cut to any length with an abrasive chop saw.
• Widely used in RC models, agricultural equipment, fishing equipment, machinery, automobiles, sports equipment, kites, handicrafts, tents, windmills, umbrellas, decorating part,s and so on.

What are Colorful Carbon Fiber Tubes?

Colorful carbon fiber tubes are essentially carbon fiber tubes that have been infused or coated with a variety of colors. These tubes are made using the same carbon fiber manufacturing process as standard black carbon fiber tubes, where carbon filaments are woven into a pattern, impregnated with resin, and then cured to form a solid, durable structure. However, the key difference lies in the addition of color pigments or specialized resin systems that can produce tubes in a wide range of colors, patterns, or even metallic finishes.

The color can be applied during the resin infusion process or as a secondary layer after the tube is cured. In some cases, a clear resin coating can be applied over the colored fibers to enhance the gloss and shine, creating a highly polished finish that highlights the woven texture of the carbon fiber.

These colorful variants retain the same mechanical properties as their traditional black counterparts, such as lightweight strength, stiffness, and resistance to environmental degradation. The difference is purely visual, offering a new dimension to the aesthetics of carbon fiber products.

Colorful carbon fiber tubes offer a perfect blend of strength, innovation, and aesthetic appeal. With applications in industries as diverse as automotive design, sports equipment, and consumer electronics, these tubes are providing manufacturers with the opportunity to combine high performance with personalized design. While the cost and durability of the coating can pose challenges, the versatility of colorful carbon fiber tubes opens up new possibilities for product innovation, making them a valuable material for the future. Whether used for function, form, or a combination of both, colorful carbon fiber tubes represent the next evolution of this groundbreaking material.