TeXtreme® WT1099 - HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber 2x2 Twill 12k 4.74oz/160gsm
Description
Description
TeXtreme® WT1099 — HS Spread Tow Carbon Fiber, 2×2 Twill, 12K, 4.74 oz (160 gsm), 39″ Width
TeXtreme® WT1099 is a high-strength (HS) spread-tow carbon fabric engineered for ultra-light, ultra-smooth laminates. Instead of traditional round tows, the 12K fibers are spread into thin, flat tapes (~20 mm) and woven in a balanced 2×2 twill. This architecture virtually eliminates tow crimp and resin “pooling,” producing stiffer, lighter parts with a distinct premium look that is widely used in F1, NASCAR, aerospace, and high-performance sporting goods.
- Construction: Spread-tow 12K carbon in a 2×2 twill
- Areal Weight: 4.74 oz (160 gsm)
- Width: 39″ (100 cm)
- Fiber Grade: HS (High Strength)
- Surface/Binder: One side is lightly coated with a formulated epoxy binder to stabilize cutting and handling (ships with a protective plastic liner). Place the uncoated side against the mold for best cosmetics. Binder softens around room temperature to aid drape and consolidation.
Why TeXtreme® Spread-Tow?
- Up to 20% weight reduction vs. conventional woven fabrics thanks to minimal crimp and fewer resin pockets.
- Smoother, less porous surface that finishes to a premium gloss with minimal print-through.
- Lower resin consumption → reduced epoxy cost and lighter finished parts.
- Distinct, high-value appearance that elevates the look of consumer and motorsports products.
- Quasi-UD behavior in each tape with very low fiber crimp, providing excellent stiffness and strength efficiency.
Processing Notes
- Handles like a stabilized dry fabric—ideal for hand layup, vacuum bagging, and autoclave/OOA curing.
- The protective liner prevents the binder from adhering to the layer below—remove immediately before layup.
- Because the fabric is extremely flat, use a clear, UV-stable epoxy to showcase the TeXtreme® aesthetic.
Ordering
- Width: 39" (99 cm)
- Sold by:Linear Yard — 1 yard = 36" length × full width
- Continuous Lengths: Multiple yards ship as one continuous piece whenever possible.