Chopped (Forged) Carbon Fiber Resin Kits

Our forged carbon fiber resin kits provide everything you need to make or repair carbon fiber parts. Venom Carbon specializes in providing high quality carbon fiber products to make your next project seamless.

What is Forged Carbon Fiber?

Forged carbon fiber is a breakthrough in material engineering that redefines the benchmark for strength, weight, and versatility in composite materials. Unlike traditional carbon fiber that features long, unidirectional strands of carbon woven together, forged carbon fiber utilizes a mixture of carbon fiber pieces that come in varying lengths and are mixed with a resin to form a malleable paste. This unique approach has several distinguishing features that set it apart from its traditional counterpart.

Manufacturing Process of Forged Carbon Fiber

During the production process, the chopped carbon fibers are placed into a mold in a random yet strategic orientation. The mixture is then subjected to intense heat and pressure, forging the resin and fiber bits into a solid material. This technique inherently allows for less waste and quicker production times compared to the traditional layup method used with woven carbon fibers. Our forged carbon process delivers a high quality product that can be used in a variety of applications.

FAQs

Is forged carbon fiber better than traditional carbon fiber?

When discussing the merits of forged carbon fiber compared to traditional carbon fiber, it's important to delve into the key aspects that differentiate the two materials.

• Strength and Weight: Both materials are strong and lightweight, but the way the carbon fibers are aligned can affect their strength distribution. Woven carbon fiber has a uniform strength along the weave direction, while forged carbon has a more isotropic distribution of strength, meaning it's more uniformly strong in all directions. This can be particularly advantageous in complex or intricately shaped products.

• Manufacturing Complexity and Time: Forged carbon fiber allows for less complex molds and can be quicker to produce, as it does not require layering and aligning sheets of carbon fiber cloth. It can be suitable for complex shapes that would be difficult to achieve with traditional carbon fiber. This can mean a reduction in manufacturing time and potentially cost as well.

• Aesthetic Differences: While traditional carbon fiber has a distinctive and often-desired appearance, forged carbon fiber offers a more subtle, marble-like look. The aesthetic appeal is subjective and will vary depending on the application and consumer preference.

• Flexibility in Design: Forged carbon fiber can be molded into complex shapes and sizes that would be challenging with traditional carbon fiber. This makes it highly adaptable and opens up new possibilities for design and innovation.

Is forged carbon fiber more expensive than woven carbon fiber?

It can be, but it depends on the application and amount needed. At Venom Carbon, we pride ourselves on having affordable forged carbon and carbon fiber kits.

What does forged carbon fiber look like?

When envisioning forged carbon fiber, imagine a material that boasts a strikingly unique and somewhat mystical appearance. It differs considerably from the traditional carbon fiber that carries a uniform, woven pattern often resembling a neat and orderly checkerboard. Forged carbon fiber, on the other hand, has a more random, marbled look which results from its manufacturing process.

Does forged carbon scratch easily?

Forged carbon fiber is known for its impressive durability and scratch resistance, largely due to the way it's manufactured. The material that is incredibly tough and more resistant to scratches than many other composites. Nevertheless, like any material, it isn’t completely impervious to damage. Proper care should still be taken to avoid abrasive surfaces or harsh impacts.

How can you tell if forged carbon is real?

To determine the authenticity of forged carbon, it's crucial to assess the material's qualities and properties. Authentic forged carbon fiber exhibits a unique marbled pattern that's a direct result of the manufacturing process, where carbon fibers are mixed with a resin and then pressed into shape. Unlike the more uniform weaves found in traditional carbon fiber, forged carbon possesses a more randomly oriented pattern. It should also feel remarkably light yet incredibly strong, a distinctive characteristic of real carbon fiber composites. Additionally, the surface of genuine forged carbon is typically coated with a clear, glossy resin that not only enhances the depth and richness of the pattern but also provides additional protection.