Carbon Fiber Fabric 3K – 160 GSM Plain Weave
Lightweight Plain Weave 3K Carbon Fiber Fabric for Structural & Precision Composites
Carbon Fiber Fabric 3K – 160 GSM Plain Weave is a high-performance woven reinforcement material manufactured from 3,000-filament (3K) carbon fiber tows, interlaced in a balanced plain weave (1×1) construction.
With an areal weight of 160 GSM, this fabric offers an excellent balance of strength, dimensional stability, and controlled thickness, making it ideal for structural composite laminates, flat panels, and load-bearing components.
Key Performance Advantages
- Tow Size: 3K (3,000 filaments per tow)
- Areal Weight: 160 GSM
- Plain Weave (1×1) Balanced Construction
- Uniform Bidirectional Strength (0° / 90°)
- Excellent Dimensional Stability
- High Tensile Strength & Stiffness
- Controlled Fiber Alignment
- Good Resin Wet-Out & Handling
- High Strength-to-Weight Ratio
- Electrically Conductive (EMI Shielding Capable)
Fabric Construction Details
- Fiber Type: PAN-based Carbon Fiber
- Tow Size: 3K
- Weave Style: Plain Weave (1×1)
- Fiber Orientation: Bidirectional (Warp & Weft)
- Finish / Sizing: Epoxy-compatible (custom sizing available)
Typical Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
| Product Type | Carbon Fiber Fabric |
| Tow Size | 3K (3,000 Filaments) |
| Areal Weight | 160 GSM |
| Weave Style | Plain Weave (1×1) |
| Fiber Orientation | 0° / 90° |
| Thickness | Lightweight |
| Fabric Width | Up to 1000 – 1270 mm |
| Color | Black |
| Resin Compatibility | Epoxy, Vinyl Ester, Polyester |
Industrial Applications
Aerospace & UAV
- Structural composite skins
- UAV and drone components
- Aerospace interior and secondary structures
Automotive & Motorsport
- Structural carbon fiber laminates
- Lightweight performance components
- Interior and exterior carbon parts
Sports & Lifestyle
- Bicycle frames and components
- Sporting goods and high-performance equipment
- Premium composite products
Industrial & Precision Composites
- Structural composite panels
- Tooling and fixture components
- EMI shielding laminates
Processing & Compatibility
- Suitable for hand lay-up, vacuum infusion, RTM, compression molding, and prepreg processing
- Excellent resin wet-out
- Ideal as a primary structural reinforcement ply
- Compatible with epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyester resin systems
Standards, Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Manufactured under ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Consistent weave quality and tow alignment
- RoHS & REACH compliant
- Supplied with TDS, COA & full batch traceability
Why Choose Our Carbon Fiber Fabric 3K – 160 GSM Plain Weave?
- Lightweight structural reinforcement
- Excellent dimensional stability
- Industry-standard 3K tow
- Consistent OEM export quality
- Trusted global exporter
FAQ’s
Q1. What is 3K 160 GSM plain weave carbon fabric used for?
It is used for lightweight structural composite laminates and load-bearing components.
Q2. How does 160 GSM compare to higher GSM fabrics?
160 GSM offers lower weight with good strength, ideal for lightweight designs.
Q3. Is this fabric suitable for visible carbon parts?
Yes, it provides a clean, uniform carbon fiber surface finish.
Q4. Which resin systems are compatible?
Epoxy, vinyl ester, and polyester resins.
Product Tags
Carbon fiber fabric 3K 160gsm plain weave, 160gsm carbon fiber cloth, 3K plain weave carbon fabric, lightweight structural carbon fiber fabric, bidirectional carbon fiber cloth