What Are The Usual Troubles When Using High – Performance Carbon Fiber And Its Composite Materials?

How Can Carbon Fiber Composite Materials Help With Carbon Reduction?

By substituting traditional materials with carbon fiber composite materials, the weight of modes of transport such as aircraft and vehicles can be substantially lessened. The improved fuel economy brought about by the reduced weight will effectively cut down CO₂ emissions. Moreover, the amount of CO₂ emissions reduced is far greater than that generated during the production of carbon fiber. In addition, carbon fiber composites play a significant role in manufacturing large-scale wind turbine blades, thereby boosting wind power output.

What Precautions Should Be Taken When Using Carbon Fiber?

Owing to the thinness of individual carbon fibers, they can easily break and form broken fibers during use. These broken carbon fibers floating in the air may negatively impact human health and equipment. Hence, it is generally advisable to handle carbon fiber materials with caution and employ local exhaust ventilation during the process. Also, when handling carbon fiber, it is crucial to separate it from regular waste and dispose of it as industrial waste.

What Are The Impacts Of Carbon Fiber On The Human Body And Equipment?

Carbon fiber possesses a certain level of conductivity. If broken carbon fibers enter equipment, they may cause short circuits. Consequently, the electrical system must be safeguarded from carbon fiber ingress. As carbon fibers are rigid and have a fine diameter, they can cause itching or discomfort if they adhere to the skin and mucous membranes. Therefore, it is essential to minimize skin and mucous membrane exposure in carbon fiber work environments. If carbon fibers do adhere to the skin, rinse with water rather than rubbing.

How Should Carbon Fiber Prepreg Be Stored?

Since prepreg is typically made from thermosetting resin, it will cure at a specific temperature. Therefore, unless it is used immediately upon delivery, it should be stored at -18ºC or lower. If stored frozen in a refrigerator, it is recommended to seal it with packaging film and place it horizontally.