Carbon fiber, a lightweight and high-strength material, has a wide range of applications in the field of bicycles. Today, let's delve into the nine high-performance features of carbon fiber frames and see how they take the riding experience to the next level!
High strength: tensile strength of 3000-4000MPa
The tensile strength of carbon fiber can reach 3000-4000MPa, which is more than four times that of steel and six to seven times that of aluminum. This means that the carbon fiber frame can withstand tremendous impact forces without easily breaking.
High elastic modulus: elasticity above 230GPa
Elastic modulus is an indicator of material rigidity. The elastic modulus of carbon fiber is above 230GPa, which means it has excellent deformation resistance and can maintain its shape even under external forces.
Lightweight and high-strength: lighter than steel and stronger than aluminum
The mass of carbon fiber is only a quarter of steel and half of aluminum alloy. Meanwhile, its specific strength (the ratio of strength to mass) is 16 times higher than steel and 12 times higher than aluminum alloy. This makes the carbon fiber frame lighter in weight while maintaining high strength.
High temperature resistance: stability at 2000 ℃
Carbon fiber can be used at high temperatures of 2000 ℃ and will not melt or soften even in a non oxidizing atmosphere at 3000 ℃. This high temperature resistance enables the carbon fiber frame to maintain stability even in extreme environments.
Low temperature resistance: softness at low temperatures
At a low temperature of -180 ℃, steel becomes very brittle, while carbon fiber remains soft. This low temperature resistance enables the carbon fiber frame to maintain good elasticity even in cold environments.
Corrosion resistance: resistant to various chemical media
Carbon fiber can resist the erosion of chemical media such as concentrated hydrochloric acid, phosphoric acid, sulfuric acid, benzene, and acetone. Even at a mass fraction of 50%, these chemicals cannot cause damage to carbon fibers.
