1. Catalogs
  2. Hexcel Corporation
  3. HexTow® Chopped Fiber
video corpo

HexTow® Chopped Fiber

HexTow® Chopped Fiber

HexTow® Chopped Fiber

Product catalog summary
Product Overview
HexTow® is a PAN-based carbon fiber available in 1/4 inch chopped lengths, designed for compatibility with various resin matrix systems. The fibers are lightly held together by sizing, which aids in processing.

Benefits
Adding chopped carbon fiber to molding compounds enhances strength, modulus, fatigue and creep resistance, thermal and electrical conductivity, and reduces thermal expansion and shrinkage.

Product Specifications
Chopped carbon fibers are available in different types with varying percentages of IM and AS carbon fibers. The standard fiber length is 0.25 inches (6.4 mm), and packaging typically contains 40 lbs (18.1 kg) per box.

Sizing Systems
Three sizing systems are available, each compatible with different resin matrices such as polyamide, polycarbonate, and epoxy. Sizing content ranges from 3% to 8% by weight.

Certification and Customization
The carbon fiber is manufactured to Hexcel industrial specification HS-CP-1000, with a Certification of Conformance provided with each shipment. Custom sizing with other resins is available upon request.

Packaging and Safety
Fibers are packaged in polyethylene bags within boxes to prevent damage. Safety information is available in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Important Notice
Technical data is accurate as of the document's preparation date, but Hexcel reserves the right to modify information. Performance values are representative and not specification minima.

Contact Information
Hexcel provides a range of composite materials and can be contacted for quotes and product information via toll-free numbers or through their website.
See more

Catalog excerpts

HexTow® Chopped Fiber-1

HexTow®, PAN based carbon fiber is available in 1/4 inch chopped fiber lengths, sized for compatibility with various resin matrix systems and processes. The chopped product is small, thin, rectangular flake, 1/4 inch long by 1/8 to 1/4 inch wide. The individual filaments are lightly held together by the sizing and will break apart during subsequent processing. The specially formulated sizing systems, in addition to improving bonding, produce a higher bulk density that aids in blending operations and in the flow through mechanical feed systems. Addition of chopped carbon fiber to molding compounds produces a material that exhibits high strength and modulus, excellent fatigue and creep resistance, low thermal expansion, electrical and thermal conductivity, excellent friction and wear resistance, and low shrinkage. Available Chopped Carbon Fiber Products Property IM Carbon Fiber AS Carbon Fiber Fiber Length* Standard Packaging * Other fiber lengths available on request Available Chopped Carbon Fiber Sizing Systems Sizing Type Sizing Content Size Compatibility** Polyamide (nylon) XX25 3 - 7% Polyamide (nylon), Polycarbonate, Polyphenylene sulfide, Polyurethane, PEI, Polyester Polycarbonate, Polysulfone, Epoxy ** Compatibility with these Matrices is considered theoretically compatible. Hexcel cannot guarantee their results. HexTow, Hexcel and the Hexcel logos are registered trademarks of Hexcel Corporation, Stamford, Connecticut.

 Open the catalog to page 1
HexTow® Chopped Fiber-2

HexTow® Chopped Fiber Product Data Carbon Fiber Certification This carbon fiber is manufactured to Hexcel industrial specification HS-CP-1000. A copy of this specification is available upon request. A Certification of Conformance will be provided with each shipment. Available Sizing Chopped carbon fiber sized with other resins (to customer’s specifications) will be considered on special request. Contact our technical team for additional information. Packaging Chopped carbon fiber is packaged in polyethylene bags and packed in boxes typically containing 40 pounds....

 Open the catalog to page 2

All Hexcel Corporation catalogs and technical brochures

  1. HiMax™ FGE498

    12  Pages

Archived catalogs

  1. Winter Sports

    6  Pages

  2. RTM 6

    4  Pages

  3. HexTow® AS4

    3  Pages

  4. HexPly® M77

    4  Pages

  5. HexTow ® AS7

    2  Pages

  6. HexForce​®

    116  Pages

  7. Rail

    5  Pages

  8. HiTape

    4  Pages

  9. HexTow

    8  Pages

  10. Polyspeed

    4  Pages

  11. G-EV 974GI

    2  Pages

  12. G-R98

    2  Pages

  13. HexPly® M78

    4  Pages

  14. Automotive

    4  Pages

  15. HexShield™

    2  Pages

  16. HEXTOOL® M61

    4  Pages

*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.