Carbon Fiber Fabric 12K – 480 GSM Satin Weave
Heavyweight 12K 480 GSM Satin Weave Carbon Fiber Fabric for Superior Drapability & Thick Structural Laminates
Carbon Fiber Fabric 12K – 480 GSM Satin Weave is a premium woven reinforcement material manufactured from 12,000-filament (12K) carbon fiber tows, woven in a satin weave structure (commonly 4H / 5H satin) to provide excellent mold conformity, superior resin flow, and smooth laminate surface quality.
With an areal weight of 480 GSM, this fabric is engineered for thick structural composite laminates requiring high stiffness, strong load-bearing capability, and efficient laminate build-up, while offering better drapability than plain weave and smoother lay-up than twill in many complex molds.
The satin weave structure reduces fiber crimp and enhances load transfer, producing high-performance laminates with reduced print-through and improved finish.
Key Performance Advantages
- Tow Size: 12K (12,000 filaments per tow)
- Areal Weight: 480 GSM
- Satin Weave Construction (4H / 5H Options)
- Superior Drapability for Curved & Complex Shapes
- Reduced Fiber Crimp for Improved Load Transfer
- High Tensile Strength & Stiffness
- Efficient Laminate Thickness Build-Up (Reduced Ply Count)
- Superior Resin Flow & Wet-Out (Infusion Friendly)
- Improved Surface Finish & Reduced Print-Through
- Excellent Fatigue & Chemical Resistance
- Electrically Conductive (EMI Shielding Capable)
This fabric is ideal for manufacturers who require heavy reinforcement with excellent mold conformity and stable resin processing.
Fabric Construction Details
- Fiber Type: PAN-based Carbon Fiber
- Tow Size: 12K
- Weave Style: Satin Weave (4 Harness / 5 Harness)
- Fiber Orientation: Bidirectional (Warp & Weft)
- Finish / Sizing: Epoxy-compatible (custom sizing available)
Satin weave provides improved flexibility and resin flow, making it suitable for thick laminates on contoured surfaces.
Typical Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
| Product Type | Carbon Fiber Fabric |
| Tow Size | 12K (12,000 Filaments) |
| Areal Weight | 480 GSM |
| Weave Style | Satin (4H / 5H) |
| Fiber Orientation | 0° / 90° |
| Thickness | Heavyweight |
| Fabric Width | Up to 1000 – 1500 mm |
| Color | Black |
| Resin Compatibility | Epoxy, Vinyl Ester, Polyester |
Recommended Applications
Marine & Boat Building
- Hull and deck reinforcement
- Curved structural laminates
- Marine composite panels and bulkheads
Industrial & Infrastructure
- Structural composite panels
- Reinforcement laminates
- Load-bearing composite parts
Automotive & Commercial Vehicles
- Structural reinforcement laminates
- Curved composite panels
- Reinforced body parts
Wind Energy & Heavy Structures
- Thick laminate structural reinforcements
- Composite stiffeners
- Heavy-duty composite components
Tooling & Molds
- Composite mold strengthening
- High-stiffness tooling laminates
- Durable production tools
Processing & Compatibility
Suitable for:
- Hand Lay-Up
- Vacuum Bagging
- Vacuum Infusion
- RTM
- Compression Molding
- Prepreg Processing
Compatible with:
- Epoxy resin systems (recommended)
- Vinyl ester resins
- Polyester resins
Quality & Export Standards
- Produced under ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Consistent weave structure and tow alignment
- RoHS & REACH compliant
- Available with TDS, COA & batch traceability
- Export-safe roll packaging with moisture protection
Why Choose Our 12K 480 GSM Satin Weave Carbon Fiber Fabric?
- Heavy structural reinforcement with excellent drapability
- Satin weave improves mold conformity and reduces bridging
- Reduced fiber crimp improves laminate performance
- Faster laminate build-up reduces production time
- Trusted export quality for OEM and bulk buyers worldwide
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