TeXtreme® 1013 - HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber 12k 39.37"/100cm 2.36oz/80gsm UTS50
Description
Description
TeXtreme® 1013 – HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber Fabric, 12k, 39.37"/100 cm, 2.36 oz (80 gsm) – UTS50
TeXtreme® 1013 is an ultra-light, high-strength (UTS50) HS spread-tow carbon fiber fabric engineered for premium surface finish and maximum stiffness-to-weight. By flattening 12k tows into wide tapes and weaving them with minimal crimp, TeXtreme® dramatically reduces resin-rich pool areas and fiber waviness compared to traditional weaves. The result is a smooth, low-print cosmetic checkerboard and excellent mechanical efficiency at just 80 gsm (2.36 oz).
Why Choose TeXtreme® Spread-Tow?
- Ultra-light areal weight (80 gsm) for weight-critical skins, fairings, and sandwich facesheets.
- Minimal crimp / high fiber straightness for better stiffness and strength per ply.
- Superior cosmetics—tight, flat checkerboard with reduced print-through and resin pooling.
- Cleaner surfaces that require less finishing work vs. conventional woven carbon cloth.
- Excellent drape for fair compound curves and contoured panels.
Typical Applications
- Motorsport bodywork, aero, & interior trim
- UAV/Drone airframes, RC models, bikes & sporting goods
- Marine panels and cosmetic overlays
- Lightweight sandwich skins (foam/Nomex®/aluminum honeycomb)
- Instrument, electronics, & consumer-product housings
Processing Notes
- Compatible with epoxy (recommended), vinyl ester, and polyester resin systems.
- Ideal for wet layup, vacuum bagging, and resin infusion; also suitable as a face ply over structural stacks.
- Fabric is supplied with a light handling/binder finish on one face and a protective liner for clean release.
- Cut with quality shears or a rotary knife; support edges to minimize fray when handling ultra-light plies.
Key Specifications
| Brand / Style | TeXtreme® 1013 – HS Spread Tow (UTS50) |
|---|---|
| Tow Size | 12k |
| Areal Weight | 2.36 oz (80 gsm) |
| Nominal Width | 39.37" (100 cm) |
| Weave | Spread-tow plain (checkerboard) |
| Recommended Resin | Epoxy (room-temp or elevated-temp cure) |
| Typical Use | Cosmetic face ply / lightweight structural skins |
Ordering
- Width: 39.37" (100 cm)
- Sold by:Linear Yard — 1 yard = 36" length × full width
- Continuous Lengths: Multiple yards ship as one continuous piece whenever possible.
Note: Measured values may vary by process, resin content, and layup. Always validate performance in your application.