TeXtreme® 1017 - HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber 12k 39.37"/100cm 4.72oz/160gsm
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.
How We Sell
We sell this fabric by the linear yard. You will receive a continuous piece of fabric at the width listed.
For example, if the fabric is 50" wide, a quantity of 1 (linear yard) equals a continuous piece measuring 50" wide × 36" long. A quantity of 5 (linear yards) equals a continuous piece measuring 50" wide × 180" long.