TeXtreme® 1017 - HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber 12k 39.37"/100cm 4.72oz/160gsm
Description
Description
TeXtreme® 1017 — HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber, 12k, 39.37"/100 cm, 4.72 oz (160 gsm)
TeXtreme® 1017 is a high-strength (HS) spread tow carbon fiber fabric engineered for ultra-light, ultra-smooth laminates with premium cosmetics. By spreading 12k carbon tows into ultra-flat tapes and arranging them in a low-crimp 0°/90° pattern, TeXtreme® minimizes resin pooling and fiber waviness—delivering higher stiffness-to-weight and strength-to-weight ratios than conventional woven cloths at the same areal weight.
Why builders choose TeXtreme®
- Low-crimp, flat tapes: improved fiber efficiency, fewer resin-rich zones, higher laminate performance.
- Premium surface finish: reduced print-through and a clean, checkerboard aesthetic for visible-carbon parts.
- Lightweight strength: HS fiber with excellent specific stiffness for weight-critical builds.
- Better wet-out & drape: smooth handling with predictable layup characteristics.
- Process-friendly binder: a light binder helps handling and cutting; for best cosmetics, place the non-binder side against the mold face.
Typical applications
- Motorsport panels, aero devices, monocoques, interior trim
- Marine & watersports: foils, boards, paddles, fairings
- Sporting goods: bicycles, hockey/lacrosse sticks, rackets, skis/snowboards
- UAV/RC, robotics, drones, camera gimbals
- Consumer electronics skins, audio enclosures, custom composites
Technical data (nominal)
| Brand / Style | TeXtreme® 1017 (HS) |
|---|---|
| Fiber / Tow | Carbon fiber, 12k spread tow tapes |
| Construction | Spread Tow Fabric (STF), 0°/90° low-crimp checkerboard |
| Areal weight | 4.72 oz (160 gsm) |
| Usable width | 39.37" (100 cm) nominal |
| Fiber grade | HS (High Strength) |
| Recommended resin | Structural epoxy systems (room-temp or elevated-cure). Compatible with most high-quality resin systems. |
Layup & handling notes
- Keep protective packaging on until use; handle with clean gloves to preserve surface quality.
- Cut with sharp shears or a rotary cutter; a light binder aids pattern stability during cutting and placement.
- For show-face parts, place the non-binder side toward the mold face to maximize surface clarity.
- Debulk between plies as required; follow your resin manufacturer’s mix, wet-out and cure schedule.
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.
All values are typical/nominal and will vary with resin choice, fiber volume fraction, cure, and layup method. Always validate in your process.