What are the main features of the EconomyPlate Gurit PVC40 .5" Foam Core Carbon Fiber Sheet (6" x 6")?

This product is a 6 inch by 6 inch carbon fiber sandwich sheet featuring a 0.5 inch thick Gurit PVC40 foam core. The sheet is designed to provide a balance of lightweight construction and structural rigidity, making it suitable for applications where weight savings and stiffness are important. The carbon fiber faces offer high strength and durability, while the foam core adds thickness and reduces overall weight.

What is Gurit PVC40 foam core and why is it used in this sheet?

Gurit PVC40 is a closed-cell polyvinyl chloride (PVC) foam core material known for its lightweight properties and good mechanical strength. It is commonly used in sandwich composite construction to increase thickness and stiffness without significantly increasing weight. In this sheet, the PVC40 foam core helps achieve a high strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for structural panels, UAVs, robotics, and other lightweight engineering applications.

What are typical applications for this 6" x 6" foam core carbon fiber sheet?

This sheet is suitable for use in lightweight structural panels, model making, prototyping, robotics, UAV components, and other engineering projects where a small, rigid, and lightweight panel is needed. The combination of carbon fiber faces and a foam core makes it ideal for applications requiring both stiffness and minimal weight.

Can the EconomyPlate Gurit PVC40 .5" Foam Core Carbon Fiber Sheet be cut or machined?

Yes, this sheet can be cut, drilled, and machined using appropriate tools for composite materials. It is recommended to use carbide or diamond-coated tools and to follow proper safety precautions to minimize dust and ensure clean edges. DragonPlate also offers CNC cutting services for custom shapes and sizes if needed.

Is this sheet compatible with adhesives and fasteners?

The carbon fiber faces of the sheet are compatible with a range of structural adhesives, including epoxies and cyanoacrylates. For mechanical fastening, care should be taken to avoid crushing the foam core; using bonded inserts or spreading loads over a larger area is recommended. DragonPlate provides adhesive and fastener options suitable for use with this type of composite panel.

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EconomyPlate Gurit PVC40 .5" Foam Core Carbon Fiber Sheet - 6" x 6"

Name: EconomyPlate Gurit PVC40 .5 Foam Core Carbon Fiber Sheet - 6 x 6
Brand: DragonPlate
SKU: FEPLAX-.5-_kT0606
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

$20.66

SKU: FEPLAX-.5-_kT0606

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EconomyPlate carbon fiber sheets utilize a PVC40 Gurit foam that is a unique closed cell, cross-linked polymer foam core. This is a lightweight structural foam that has good impact strength. While great for high strength applications which require a low panel weight, this is a carbon fiber foam core laminate that can resist crushing forces and supply an adequate mounting surface. The lay-up design is 0/90 orientation of carbon fiber on each side of a .5" Gurit foam core center. Two face sheet thickness options of .010" or .030" are available. Face sheet finish is texture on both sides for bonding to other surfaces. For foam specifications, please refer to the official Gurit Data Sheet.

Products specifications

Sheet Size	06" x 06"
Core Material	Gurit PVC40 Foam (Airex)
Ply Orientation	Woven 0/90
Max Temperature	140 F
Fiber Modulus	Standard (33 Msi)
Finish	Texture/Texture
Composition	CF (Woven) and Core
Approx. Weight	0.07 lb (3K) Or 0.136 lb (12K)
Approx. Density	0.0019 lb/in ² (STD) Or 0.0037 lb/in ² (UNI3)