moisture Pickup in Carbon cloth


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D3O Phil
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Hi Quick question

Is carbon cloth subject to picking up moisture while it is being stored? should I be storing it in a warm environment before laying up so that the material stays dry?

what sort of issues could I see if the cloth was left out in a workshop/shed before lay up.

All for resin infusion but I guess this question will be applicable to hand layup too.

Phil
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Carbon fibre isn't inherently hygroscopic. Obviously you want to keep it dry, but it isn't going to absorb moisture from the atmosphere on a scale that will cause any issues. 

Storing it in the shed won't cause any issues unless you leave it in a puddle. 
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Good to know

Many thanks I will try to keep it out of puddles



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