Carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) open up new dimensions for modern lightweight design. They enable high-precision, resilient and extremely lightweight components – with advantages that go far beyond weight. As an experienced development partner, we support you from the initial concept idea and design through to production-ready implementation in series production. Whether you want to replace existing metal components with CFRP or develop completely new solutions: We harmonize your requirements with the potential of carbon.
Our aim is not just to develop components, but real solutions. Solutions that are technically convincing, economically viable and create long-term added value. We draw on our in-depth knowledge of materials, engineering expertise and many years of manufacturing experience in the field of fiber composites. Interdisciplinary thinking and close cooperation with our customers result in components that set standards in terms of performance – whether in automation technology, measurement technology or mechanical engineering.
Technical advice, design optimization and material selection – from the idea to the finished application
We support you in all phases of your project:
Feasibility assessment of carbon components: We analyze at an early stage whether and how your component can be sensibly realized with CFRP – taking into account load cases, geometry, cost-effectiveness and production technology.
Development and optimization of component geometries: Thanks to CAD-supported design, we design your components to suit the load and material.
Support with material selection and layer structure: We select the appropriate fiber types, resin systems and layups – tailored to your requirements in terms of stiffness, strength, temperature resistance and other target values.
Substitution of existing components (e.g. aluminum with CFRP): The weight, damping behavior and thermal properties can be significantly improved by redesigning existing metal parts.
CAD design and production-ready implementation of individual parts and assemblies: Whether individual parts or complex assemblies – we create detailed CAD models and transfer existing data from all common CAD systems.
Close integration with production and milling technology: Our designs are not only functionally well thought-out, but also production-oriented – tailored to our production processes and post-processing options.
Switching from metal to CFRP is not a simple replacement – it requires a deep understanding of fiber composite logic. Our experts know the key factors: from fiber orientation and laminate design to joining technology. Thanks to our many years of project experience, we know what is important – both technically and economically.
We exploit the full potential of carbon through the targeted redesign of existing constructions. We reduce weight, increase structural rigidity and improve vibration behavior – often without extensive changes to the overall architecture. The result: higher-performance systems with lower operating costs and a longer service life.
Components made of carbon fiber composites (CFRP) have a lower density compared to conventional materials (1.6 g/cm³ for carbon compared to 2.7 g/cm³ for aluminum), thus significantly reducing moving masses and increasing the dynamics of the application, such as in drones or robotics.
Parts and structural components made of CFRP have a lower thermal expansion (about 10 times less than steel, 20 times less than aluminum), which is particularly advantageous in applications where thermal stability is important, such as in aerospace, precision instruments or high-quality optical devices.
The permeability of electromagnetic, gamma and X-ray radiation (the so-called mass attenuation coefficient) is unrivaled when it comes to the safe diagnosis and treatment of patients in medical technology or non-destructive material testing.
Carbon components offer significantly better damping properties (around a factor of 10 compared to metals). They improve structural integrity, reduce oscillations and vibrations, minimize shocks and increase the service life of components. They also absorb acoustic vibrations, which significantly reduces noise levels.
The stiffness of carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP) is remarkably high with a modulus of elasticity of 70 to 250 GPa, often even higher than that of aluminum and steel. At the same time, CFRP components are significantly lighter, which makes them ideal for applications where both weight savings and high rigidity are required.
Components made of carbon fiber composites (CFRP) offer high resistance to corrosion, weathering and chemicals. They are not susceptible to rust and retain their mechanical properties in changing weather conditions. They are also resistant to many chemicals, making them ideal for applications in humid or aggressive environments.
Would you like to realize an innovative project with CFRP or rethink existing components in carbon? Then talk to us. Our team looks forward to working with you to develop the right solution – competently, quickly and easily.
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Carbon Components GmbH & Co. KG
Dr.-Aigner-Str. 5
92224 Amberg
Tel.: +49 (0) 9662 416632
Mail: info@carbon-components.de