The autoclave molding technique is an advanced carbon fiber composite manufacturing process. It is widely used in industrial, aerospace, and Autoparts to fabricate high strength/ weight ratio parts from high strength carbon fibers. This method employs an autoclave to provide heat and pressure to composite materials (prepregs) during curing. In this method, prepregs are stacked in a mold in a definite sequence and the whole assembly is vacuum bagged to remove any air entrapped in between the layers. During the process, the matrix is uniformly distributed and makes intimate contact and proper bonding with fibers, and rated heat and pressure are applied. After processing, the assembly is cooled to a definite temperature and then the vacuum bag is removed.
The Advantages of Autoclave Molding
Increased product quality - Autoclave molding creates better surface products with minimal defects and significantly less waste than other techniques.
Increased product strength - The high temperature and pressure used in autoclave molding significantly increase the composite strength-to-weight ratio.
Reduced production costs - the process of autoclave molding is a quick process, making it more cost-effective than many other manufacturing methods.
Quicker turnaround times for prototypes - The autoclave molding process allows you to create functional prototypes quickly, enabling shorter testing cycles and speeding up product development.
Increased control: Using autoclaves provides you with highly precise control over the curing process, enabling you to efficiently manufacture complex shapes.
The Products of Autoclave Molding
