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HexTow® HM63 (Aerospace)

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HexTow® HM63 carbon fiber is a continuous, high strength, high performance, high modulus, PAN based carbon fiber available in 12,000 (12K) filament count tows. This fiber has been surface treated and sized to improve its handling characteristics, interlaminar shear strength, compressive strength, and structural properties. It is suggested for use in aerospace, space, premium sporting goods, and industrial applications. The unique properties of HexTow® HM63 fiber, such as higher tensile strength and modulus, as well as shear and compressive strength, allow structural designers to achieve both higher safety margins for both stiffness and strength critical applications.

Reinforcement Material: Carbon Fibers

Reinforcement Form: Roving

Features: Ease of Handling, Easy Handling, High Strength

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Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Carbon Content99%
Tensile Strength 6K4482Mpa
Tensile Strength 12K4826Mpa
Tensile Modulus (Chord 6000-1000) 6K429GPa
Tensile Modulus (Chord 6000-1000) 12K435GPa
Tensile Modulus (Tangent 1/2 Load) 12K452GPa
Ultimate Elongation at Failure 12K1%
Density 6K1.81g/cm3
Density 12K1.83g/cm3
Weight/Length (12K) 6K0.21g/m
Weight/Length (12K) 12K0.422g/m
Approximate Yield (12K) 6K4.76m/g
Approximate Yield (12K) 12K2.37m/g
Tow Cross-Sectional Area (12K) 6K0.12mm2
Tow Cross-Sectional Area (12K) 12K0.23mm2
Filament Diameter4.9microns
Specific Heat0.21Cal/g-°C
Electrical Resistivity0.9 x 10-^3ohm-cm
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion-1.2ppm/°C
Thermal Conductivity55W/m-°K

Regulatory & Compliance

Certification

This carbon fiber is manufactured to Hexcel aerospace grade specification HS-CP-5500. A copy of this specification is available upon request. A Certification of Analysis will be provided with each shipment.

Packaging & Availability

Available Sizing

Sizing compatible with various resin systems, based on application are available to improve handling characteristics and structural properties.