Ideal for any applications which require light weight and rigidity. Carbon fiber reinforced parts, designed to use less material and save weight, is extremely popular in aerospace, civil engineering, the military, and motorsports.

Long carbon fiber Carbon fiber has many excellent properties, high axial strength and modulus, low density, high specific performance, no creep, super high temperature resistance in non-oxidizing environment, good fatigue resistance, specific heat and electrical conductivity between non-metal and metal, small coefficient of thermal expansion and anisotropy, good corrosion resistance, good X-ray transmission. Good electrical and thermal conductivity, good electromagnetic shielding, etc. Compared with traditional glass fiber, carbon fiber has more than 3 times of Young's modulus; it is about 2 times of Young's modulus compared with Kevlar fiber, which is insoluble and swollen in organic solvents, acids and alkalis, and has outstanding corrosion resistance. But is there a way to reduce the price of carbon fiber? That is to mix it with relatively cheap nylon material to form a composite material with good performance and meet the requirements. In that case, there is no doubt that carbon fiber nylon will definitely have a place in the composite material. Nylon itself is an engineering plastic with excellent performance, but moisture absorption, poor dimensional stability of products. Strength and hardness are also far from metal. In order to overcome these shortcomings, as early as before the 70s. People have used carbon fiber or other varieties of fibers for reinforcement to improve its performance. Carbon fiber reinforced nylon materials have developed rapidly in recent years, because nylon and carbon fiber are excellent performance in the field of engineering plastics materials, its compound material synthesis reflects the superiority of the two, such as strength and rigidity than unreinforced nylon is much higher, high temperature creep is small, thermal stability has improved significantly, good dimensional accuracy, wear resistance. Excellent damping, compared with glass fiber reinforced has better performance. Therefore, carbon fiber reinforced nylon (CF / PA) composites have developed rapidly in recent years. And for 3D printing using SLS technology is the most suitable technical means to achieve carbon fiber reinforced nylon. TDS for reference Application Our company Xiamen LFT composite plastic Co., Ltd is a brand-name company that focuses on LFT&LFRT. Long Glass Fiber Series (LGF) & Long Carbon Fiber Series (LCF). The company's thermoplastic LFT can be used for LFT-G injection molding and extrusion, and can also be used for LFT-D molding. It can be produced according to customer requirements: 5~25mm in length. The company's continuous infiltration reinforced thermoplastics have passed ISO9001&16949 system certification,  and the products have obtained lots of national trademarks and patents.

PA12 & PA12-LCF Information body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; margin: 20px; } h2 { font-size: 24px; color: #339933; background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 10px; } h3 { font-size: 20px; margin-top: 20px; } p { margin: 10px 0; } ul { margin: 10px 0 10px 20px; } a { color: #0073e6; text-decoration: none; } a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } img { max-width: 100%; height: auto; display: block; margin: 10px 0; } .product-links a { background-color: #CCCCCC; padding: 5px 10px; margin-right: 10px; display: inline-block; text-decoration: none; color: #000; } .faq strong { display: block; margin-top: 10px; } PA12 Information Long carbon chain nylon is a nylon with amide groups in the main chain repeating unit, where the methylene group between two amide groups is more than 10. Examples include nylon 11, nylon 12, etc. PA12, also known as poly(dodecalactam) or poly(laurolactam), is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic material. It has low water absorption, high dimensional stability, heat resistance, corrosion resistance, toughness, and easy processing. Compared with PA11, PA12's raw material is only one-third the cost of PA11, making it widely used in automotive fuel hoses, air brake hoses, submarine cables, and 3D printing. PA12 offers advantages over other nylons, including low water absorption, low density, low melting point, impact and friction resistance, low-temperature resistance, fuel resistance, good dimensional stability, and noise reduction. It combines the properties of PA6, PA66, and polyolefins (PE, PP) for lightweight yet strong materials. PA12-LCF Adding carbon fiber to PA12 is like adding steel reinforcement to concrete. The fiber bears most of the external forces, improving overall structural strength. Carbon fiber has high axial strength and modulus, low density, high specific performance, no creep, excellent fatigue resistance, corrosion resistance, and superior thermal and electrical properties. Compared with glass fiber, carbon fiber has over 3 times the Young's modulus, and about twice that of Kevlar fiber. Carbon fiber reinforced nylon materials (CF/PA) have developed rapidly due to high strength, rigidity, thermal stability, dimensional accuracy, wear resistance, and excellent damping properties compared to glass fiber reinforced nylon. Datasheet for Reference PA12 has low water absorption, good low-temperature resistance, excellent air tightness, alkali and grease resistance, medium resistance to alcohols and dilute inorganic acids, and good mechanical and electrical properties. It is also self-extinguishing. Application Suitable for automotive, sports parts, solar energy, high-end toys, and other industries. Other Products You May Wonder PP-LCF PA6-LCF PA66-LCF Frequently Asked Questions 1. How does thermoplastic carbon fiber composite material achieve low cost and environmental protection? Thermoplastic carbon fiber composites are used to make parts for high-end machinery. They have excellent machinability, vacuum forming, stamping mold plasticity, and bending processability. 2. Are thermoplastic carbon fiber composites only suitable for injection molding? Injection molding offers high automation, protects material from contamination, and ensures product quality and precision. It is suitable for complex-shaped and mass production. Reinforcement is done with short or powdered carbon fibers; continuous fiber cannot be used in this process. Compression molding is simpler and cheaper for equipment and molds. It can be used for both thermosetting and thermoplastic resins, reduces raw material loss, and is suitable for mass production with lower cost. Xiamen LFT Composite Plastic Co., Ltd. We Will Provide You: LFT & LFRT material technical parameters and leading-edge design Mold front design and recommendations Technical support for injection molding and extrusion molding

PA12 long carbon fiber reinforced material offers excellent impact resistance, low moisture absorption, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for demanding engineering applications. With superior mechanical properties and lightweight advantages, this material is widely used in automotive, electronics, and electrical industries. Its high strength and rigidity ensure stable performance even in harsh environments.

Long Carbon Fiber Carbon fiber exhibits outstanding properties, including extremely high axial strength and modulus, low density, and excellent specific performance. It shows no creep, outstanding fatigue resistance, excellent corrosion resistance, and maintains stability at very high temperatures in non-oxidizing environments. Carbon fiber also features good electrical and thermal conductivity, effective electromagnetic shielding, a low coefficient of thermal expansion, and strong anisotropy. Compared with traditional glass fiber, carbon fiber offers more than three times the Young’s modulus and approximately twice the modulus of aramid (Kevlar) fiber. It is insoluble and does not swell in organic solvents, acids, or alkalis, making it highly suitable for corrosive and demanding environments. One effective way to reduce the cost of carbon fiber applications is to combine it with engineering plastics such as nylon, creating high-performance composite materials with optimized cost-performance balance. As a result, carbon fiber reinforced nylon has become an important material system in modern composite engineering. Nylon itself is a high-performance engineering plastic, but it suffers from moisture absorption, limited dimensional stability, and mechanical properties far below those of metals. To overcome these limitations, fiber reinforcement has been applied since the 1970s. Carbon fiber reinforced nylon significantly improves strength, stiffness, thermal stability, creep resistance, wear resistance, and dimensional accuracy. Compared with glass fiber reinforced nylon, carbon fiber reinforced nylon offers superior damping behavior and overall mechanical performance. Therefore, carbon fiber reinforced nylon (CF/PA) composites have developed rapidly in recent years. In particular, for additive manufacturing, SLS (Selective Laser Sintering) technology is considered one of the most suitable methods for processing carbon fiber reinforced nylon materials. TDS for Reference Applications Our Company Xiamen LFT Composite Plastic Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer specializing in Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics (LFT & LFRT), including Long Glass Fiber (LGF) and Long Carbon Fiber (LCF) series. Our LFT materials are suitable for LFT-G injection molding, extrusion processes, and LFT-D compression molding. Fiber length can be customized from 5 to 25 mm according to customer requirements. Our continuous fiber impregnation technology has passed ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certification, and our products are protected by multiple trademarks and patents.

Nylon may have thin fibers, but it is strong and can withstand years of wear. One reason for it is resilient is that it's synthetic. Because nylon can mold into any shape it is useful for products that require flexibility. Nylon's flexibility comes from its natural elasticity.

Polyamides are used in the automotive industry for their light weight, low cost, and good mechanical properties. Specific automotive applications include engine air intakes, car gate, engine covers, pulley tensioners, fuel lines, fuel pumps, lights, and vehicle trim.

PA12 Long Carbon Fiber (LCF) reinforced composite is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic material based on a Polyamide 12 (PA12) matrix, reinforced with continuous long carbon fibers. This material combines the excellent toughness, low moisture absorption, and chemical resistance of PA12 with the superior strength, stiffness, and fatigue resistance provided by long carbon fibers. It is designed for advanced lightweight structural applications.

PA12 long carbon fiber reinforced material offers excellent impact resistance, low moisture absorption, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for demanding engineering applications. With superior mechanical properties and lightweight advantages, this material is widely used in automotive, electronics, and electrical industries. Its high strength and rigidity ensure stable performance even in harsh environments.

A class of polymers known as engineering plastics has better mechanical and thermal characteristics than regular plastics. They are used in goods for the automotive, electrical, industrial, and domestic markets that need great performance and durability.

PA12 Long Carbon Fiber (LCF) offers significantly higher strength, stiffness, and fatigue resistance compared to PA12 Short Carbon Fiber (SCF). LCF is ideal for structural and load-bearing applications such as drone frames, automotive parts, and robotic arms. It provides excellent dimensional stability and impact resistance.

PA12 Long Carbon Fiber (LCF) reinforced composite is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic material based on a Polyamide 12 (PA12) matrix, reinforced with continuous long carbon fibers.