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To meet growing market demand, Rock West Composites is now selling an Economy line of tubes and plates. These products provide a lower bar for entry for customers looking to incorporate carbon fiber and other composites into their projects. This low-cost line is sourced internationally and is best utilized in applications that do not have engineering critical features, but has the convenience of shipping from our Utah operation for expedient delivery.
Our premium Rock West tubes and plates are manufactured to our exacting standards in-house. The result is greater strength and stiffness with guaranteed consistent layups, tolerances, and test results. If you need help deciding what is right for you, please contact us and we’ll assist you as best we can.
Unlike metals which have similar properties in all directions (isotropic), the properties of composites are varying, dependent on the orientation of the fibers in each layer. This particular carbon fiber fabric tube has an internal diameter (ID) of 0.25" and an outer diameter (OD) of 0.375". The outer ply of material on this tube is a 2x2 twill weave (diagonal appearance seen below) which will prevent fiber breakout better than unidirectional material. Thus, fabric tubes provide an ideal surface for machining. The core of this tube is almost always comprised of multi-directional "uni" plies which makes most carbon fiber fabric & unidirectional tubes ideal for bending and compression applications.
0.25" ID Roll Wrapped Fabric Tubing Facts
Ideal for bending and compression applications
2x2 twill weave provides a traditional carbon fiber aesthetic
0.25" ID x 0.375" OD x 60" Long
Gloss Finish, can be sanded to remove gloss. Option available in customization box
*This diagram illustrates a "generic" layup. The SKU being viewed may not have the layup schedule shown in this diagram. To view this SKU's particular layup please check out the "LAYUP ORIENTATION" tab.
Low Cost Carbon Fiber Tube ◾ Globally Sourced ◾ 4 to 10 Week Lead time
Quick Shipping! We generally ship within 24 hours on business days. Expedited services are available. If you have a critical deadline, call us to verify the inventory and shipping possibilities at (801) 566-3402.
Sales Tax Rock West Composites collects sales tax on orders shipped to addresses/states in the United States in which we are required to do so by state guidelines. Tax is calculated according to the state’s guidelines and regulations regarding Shipping, Services, and other non-product related items.
We do not collect sales tax for all states. It should not be implied that tax is not due on one’s purchase because we do not collect a tax. You may be responsible for state and local sales/use taxes when filing your returns. Please check your local sales tax laws. Please contact Customer Service to set up a reseller or otherwise tax-exempt account.
High Volume Discounts: If you are interested in volume discounts beyond the quantities listed on our website, please inquire with us directly at (801) 566-3402.
$34.99
Quick Shipping! We generally ship within 24 hours on business days. Expedited services are available. If you have a critical deadline, call us to verify the inventory and shipping possibilities at (801) 566-3402.
Sales Tax Rock West Composites collects sales tax on orders shipped to addresses/states in the United States in which we are required to do so by state guidelines. Tax is calculated according to the state’s guidelines and regulations regarding Shipping, Services, and other non-product related items.
We do not collect sales tax for all states. It should not be implied that tax is not due on one’s purchase because we do not collect a tax. You may be responsible for state and local sales/use taxes when filing your returns. Please check your local sales tax laws. Please contact Customer Service to set up a reseller or otherwise tax-exempt account.
High Volume Discounts: If you are interested in volume discounts beyond the quantities listed on our website, please inquire with us directly at (801) 566-3402.
Features & Benefits
Fabric roll wrapped tubing offers many benefits over uni-directional and even filament wound tubing. That isn't to say it is the best however. Here are a few reasons you may wish to consider fabric roll wrapped tubing for your application.
Superior machine ability
Much better durability by reducing the potential extent of fiber breakout if drilled, machined or damaged
Typical aesthetic associated with carbon fiber products
Most "fabric" tubes contain a majority 0° plies in the layup allowing for the most effective bending load support. (whereas filament wound tubes cannot achieve angles less than ~7°
0° Fibers maximize bending stiffness. Consider bending the tube over your knee.
45° Fibers maximize torsional stiffness. Typically plied together in an opposing manner, i.e. ±45°. Consider twisting the tube like a vehicle's driveshaft.
90° Fibers maximize crushing stiffness and generally assist in overall tube strength. Consider laying the tube on the ground and stepping on it.