ABS CF30 refers to ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) that has been reinforced with 30% carbon fiber. This combination offers several advantages over traditional materials.

Advantages

1. Increased Strength and Stiffness: The addition of carbon fiber enhances the mechanical properties of ABS, providing higher tensile strength and stiffness. This makes ABS CF30 suitable for applications requiring stronger and more rigid parts compared to standard ABS.

2. Improved Dimensional Stability: Carbon fiber reinforcement helps reduce warping and shrinkage during the cooling process, improving dimensional stability. This property is crucial for maintaining tight tolerances and precise part dimensions.

3. Enhanced Heat Resistance: ABS CF30 exhibits improved heat resistance compared to standard ABS, thanks to the thermal conductivity of carbon fiber. This makes it suitable for applications exposed to higher temperatures without significant deformation or degradation.

4. Reduced Weight: Despite the reinforcement, ABS CF30 remains lighter than many metals, making it a viable alternative where weight reduction is beneficial, such as in automotive and aerospace applications.

5. Abrasion Resistance: The presence of carbon fiber improves the abrasion resistance of ABS CF30, making it suitable for applications that require resistance to wear and tear.

6. Electromagnetic Shielding: Carbon fiber reinforcement can provide some degree of electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, which is advantageous in electronics and telecommunications applications.

7. Design Flexibility: ABS CF30 retains the inherent moldability of ABS, allowing for complex geometries and intricate designs. It can be processed using injection molding, which is cost-effective for mass production.

Application

Applications of ABS CF30 include automotive components, consumer electronics housings, industrial equipment, and parts requiring high strength and stiffness combined with good impact resistance and dimensional stability. It is particularly favored in industries where lightweight, durable materials are essential for performance and efficiency.

Some specific applications:

1. Automotive Industry

2. Electronics and Electrical Enclosures

3. Consumer Goods

4. Industrial Equipment

5. Aerospace and Defense

6. Construction and Building Materials

7. Medical Devices

ABS CF30 is chosen for applications where the combination of ABS’s moldability and carbon fiber’s reinforcement properties enhances overall performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness in various industrial sectors.

Application Case in Bicycle Frames

Carbon (Xiamen) New Material has utilized it to manufacture high-performance bicycle frames. The 30% short-cut carbon fiber filler in this material enhances the frame’s rigidity and impact resistance while maintaining lightweight characteristics, greatly improving the stability and durability of the sports equipment.

In tests, the ABS CF30 frame is approximately 20% lighter than traditional aluminum frames, with a 30% increase in tensile strength. This advantage provides riders with better handling and reduced vibration during high-speed rides. The carbon fiber filler effectively disperses impact forces at critical points, minimizing damage risks.

Moreover, ABS CF30 also offers excellent corrosion resistance, crucial for sports equipment exposed to outdoor environments. Even under harsh weather conditions, the frame’s performance remains consistently reliable, ensuring long-term durability.

By incorporating ABS CF30, Carbon (Xiamen) New Material has significantly enhanced the overall performance of its sports equipment, earning high praise and customer satisfaction in the market. This application case highlights the substantial potential of ABS CF30 in high-performance product fields.

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