HexTow ® IM2A0 pages
HexTow® IM2A
Carbon Fiber
Product Data Sheet
HexTow® IM2A carbon fiber is a continuous, high performance, intermediate modulus, PAN based fiber
available in 12,000 (12K) filament count tows. This fiber has been surface treated and can be sized to improve
its interlaminar shear properties, handling characteristics, and structural properties. It is suggested for use in
prepregging, filament winding, braiding, and pultrusion.
The unique properties of HexTow® IM2A fiber, such as higher tensile strength and modulus, as well as good
shear strength, allow structural designers to achieve both higher safety margins for both stiffness and strength
critical applications.
Typical Fiber Properties
U.S. Units
SI Units
770 ksi
40 Msi
5,309 MPa
276 GPa
Tensile Strength
Tensile Modulus (Chord 6000-1000)
1.7%
1.7%
0.0643 lb/in3
25.0 x 10-6 lb/in
3,337 ft/lb
3.89 x 10-4 in2
0.203 mil
95.0%
Never Twisted
1.78 g/cm3
0.446 g/m
2.24 m/g
0.25 mm2
5.2 microns
95.0%
Never Twisted
Ultimate Elongation at Failure
Density
Weight/Length (12K)
Approximate Yield (12K)
Tow Cross-Sectional Area (12K)
Filament Diameter
Carbon Content
Twist
Carbon Fiber Certification
This carbon fiber is manufactured to Hexcel industrial specification HS-CP-3000. A copy of this specification is
available upon request. A Certification of Conformance will be provided with each shipment..
Available Sizing
Sizing compatible with various resin systems, based on application are available to improve handling
characteristics and structural properties. Please see additional information on available Sizes on our website or
contact our technical team for additional information.
Packaging
Standard packaging of HexTow® IM2A is as follows:
Filament Count
Nominal Weight
Nominal Length
(lb)
12K
(kg)
(ft)
(m)
4.0
1.8
13,350
4,070
Other package sizes may be available on request. The fiber is wound on a 3-inch ID by 11-inch long cardboard tube and overwrapped with
plastic film.
Safety Information
Obtain, read, and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before use of this product.
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