Can carbon fiber be used for clothing?

Carbon Fiber Fabrics

The use of carbon fibers has become quite popular in recent times. From tennis rackets to Formula1 cars, and bicycle frames; it is part of many products.  But are they part of clothing also? Yes, Carbon Fiber Fabrics are being made nowadays; they are not part of the daily textile needs of consumers though.

Carbon fiber is exceptionally lightweight but quite strong because it is derived from the element carbon. When it is combined with polymer resin, we get a super composite product known as graphite fiber or carbon fiber. Each fiber is five to ten microns in diameter.

With its high tensile strength, it can be very much useful in manufacturing a long list of domestic and commercial products. Read More…