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DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Balsa Core 1/2" x 12" x 12" Product Details

What is the DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Balsa Core 1/2" x 12" x 12"?

The DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Balsa Core 1/2" x 12" x 12" is a carbon fiber sandwich sheet featuring a lightweight balsa wood core. The sheet measures 1/2 inch thick and 12 inches by 12 inches in size, combining the strength and stiffness of carbon fiber with the weight-saving properties of balsa wood. This product is designed for applications requiring high strength-to-weight ratios and structural rigidity.

What are the key benefits of using a balsa core carbon fiber sandwich sheet?

Balsa core carbon fiber sandwich sheets offer an optimal strength-to-weight ratio, making them ideal for projects where minimizing weight is critical without sacrificing structural integrity. The balsa core provides excellent stiffness and reduces overall material weight, while the carbon fiber skins deliver high durability, resistance to corrosion, temperature extremes, and UV exposure. These properties are especially valuable in aerospace, robotics, and other demanding engineering applications.

What typical applications are suitable for the DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Balsa Core 1/2" x 12" x 12"?

This product is commonly used in structural panels for aerospace, robotics, industrial automation, and custom engineering projects. Its lightweight yet stiff construction makes it suitable for applications such as UAV airframes, robot chassis, and other components where weight reduction and high performance are essential.

Are technical resources available for integrating this product into my design?

Yes, DragonPlate provides downloadable CAD models and technical guides to assist with integration and design. Resources such as The Ultimate Guide to Carbon Fiber Design and Application and CAD models are available to help customers incorporate the balsa core sandwich sheet into their projects efficiently.

Can the DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Balsa Core sheet be customized?

DragonPlate offers custom fabrication services, including CNC cutting and specialized laminate schedules, to tailor the balsa core sandwich sheet to specific project requirements. Customers can request custom sizes or shapes to fit their unique applications. For more information, visit DragonPlate Custom Carbon Fiber Fabrication.

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DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Balsa Core ~ 1/2" x 12" x 12"

$128.10
SKU: FDPLBC.500G1212

Our carbon fiber balsa core laminate offers a very high strength and stiffness to weight ratio. End grain balsa provides exceptionally high shear, tensile and compressive strengths. Balsa is also a renewable resource, with typical balsa trees maturing to 90 feet in seven years.

 

The lay-up design is quasi-isotropic, symmetrical, and balanced with approximately 0.03 inches of carbon on each side of the end grain balsa core. Overall thickness is 0.55".

 

Available in gloss, matte or texture on one side and texture on other side for bonding to other surfaces.

Our carbon fiber balsa core laminate offers a very high strength and stiffness to weight ratio. End grain balsa provides exceptionally high shear, tensile and compressive strengths. Balsa is also a renewable resource, with typical balsa trees maturing to 90 feet in seven years.

 

The lay-up design is quasi-isotropic, symmetrical, and balanced with approximately 0.03 inches of carbon on each side of the end grain balsa core. Overall thickness is 0.55".

 

Available in gloss, matte or texture on one side and texture on other side for bonding to other surfaces.

Products specifications
Sheet Size 12" x 12"
Core Material Balsa Wood
Ply Orientation Woven 0/90 and ±45
Max Temperature 140 F
Fiber Modulus Standard (33 Msi)
Composition CF (Woven) and Core
Approx. Weight

0.896 lb

Approx. Density 0.0061 lb/in2
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