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HexTow® IM2A

HexTow® IM2A carbon fiber is a continuous, high performance, intermediate modulus, PAN based fiber available in 12,000 (12K) filament count tows. This fiber has been surface treated and can be sized to improve its interlaminar shear properties, handling characteristics, and structural properties. It is suggested for use in prepregging, filament winding, braiding, and pultrusion. The unique properties of HexTow® IM2A fiber, such as higher tensile strength and modulus, as well as good shear strength, allow structural designers to achieve both higher safety margins for both stiffness and strength critical applications. HexTow® IM2A is International Monohull Open Class Association (IMOCA) certified/qualified.

Brand: HexTow (24 products)

Reinforcement Material: Carbon Fibers

Reinforcement Form: Roving

Processing Methods: Filament Winding, Prepreg Processing, Pultrusion

Features: Ease of Handling, Easy Handling, High Strength

Technical Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Carbon Fiber
Reinforcement Form: Roving
Reinforcement Material: Carbon Fibers
Composite Materials Functions: Reinforcement
Technologies: Composite Materials
Product Families: Composite Materials — Reinforcements
Carbon Fiber

Features & Benefits

Materials Features: Ease of Handling,
High Strength

Applications & Uses

Markets: Automotive & Transportation,
Industrial
Applications: Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Equipment & Parts
Industrial — Oil, Gas & Mining
Refining & Gas Processing
Industrial — Power, Water & Utilities
Power & Utilities,
Renewable Energy
Automotive & Transportation — Transportation
Aerospace & Aviation
Composites End Use: Tanks
Composites Processing Methods: Filament Winding,
Prepreg Processing,
Pultrusion

Properties

Physical Form

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Carbon Content	95	%	-
Density	1.78	g/cm3	-
Twist	Never Twisted	-	-
Ultimate Elongation at Failure	1.7	%	-
Tensile Modulus (Chord 6000-1000)	276	GPa	-
Weight/Length (12K)	0.446	g/m	-
Approximate Yield (12K)	2.24	m/g	-
Tow Cross-Sectional Area (12K)	0.25	mm2	-
Filament Diameter	5.2	microns	-
Tensile Strength	5309	Mpa

Regulatory & Compliance

Certification: This carbon fiber is manufactured to Hexcel industrial specification HS-CP-3000. A copy of this specification is available upon request. A Certification of Conformance 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.