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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Warren (Staff)
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Another point to be aware of is that if it is stored in a cold and damp place, although the carbon itself may be fine, ensure the fabric is fully dry and back to room temperature before use as moisture can play havoc with resin curing and clarity of the resin.

Warren Penalver
Easy Composites / Carbon Mods - Technical Support Assistant
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