Carbon Fiber Stock Hinges
Elevate Your Project with the High-tech Carbon Fiber Hinge
Let’s face it. Hinges don’t get a lot of attention. Much like the invention of the wheel, we’ve come to rely on hinges so much that we take them and their capabilities for granted. When was the last time you opened and closed a door and marveled at the ability to do so because of the simple hinge?
Well, a new hinge design has come to the scene that is sure to make you take notice.
Our carbon fiber hinge is an industry-first. Ultra-thin, super light, and extremely durable, they are suitable for a wide range of applications. They are constructed of carbon fiber leaves, with a bendable Kevlar flex unit making them stronger than steel. Despite this impenetrable strength, these commercial hinges are tractable so they can readily bend and move as you need them to. The Kevlar is then coated with a 3M UV-resistant product for added protection and durability.
Each continuous carbon fiber hinge can withstand up to 330 lbs. (150 kg) or more and is over 2 inches (50 mm) in length. These joints have been tested at over 1 million cycles with no degradation to the hinge itself so you know it will last a long time. For robust applications, the addition of multiple Kevlar layers is possible for additional strength (up to 5 layers). Fiberglass leaf reinforcements can also be added to the hinge to support heavier objects.
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