Business Unit Thermoset CF-SMC

CF-SMC Mold

High-Performance Carbon Fiber SMC.
Mass Production of Structural Composites.

CF-SMC

Bridging the Gap: Performance vs. Volume

CF-SMC (Carbon Fiber Sheet Molding Compound) is a revolutionary material that combines the high specific strength of carbon fiber with the mass-production capabilities of traditional SMC. It consists of chopped carbon fibers (typically 25-50mm long) randomly distributed in a thermoset resin matrix.

At SUASE MOULD, we engineer tools specifically for CF-SMC to enable the rapid production of complex, 3D-shaped structural parts. This technology bridges the gap between expensive, slow autoclave processes and lower-performance glass fiber SMC, making carbon fiber accessible for serial automotive production.

Isotropic Strength

"Unlike woven carbon fabrics, the random orientation of chopped fibers in CF-SMC provides isotropic mechanical properties—equal strength in all directions within the plane."

Chopped Carbon Fiber Material

Why Choose CF-SMC?

Unlocking new possibilities for lightweight design.

Complex Geometry

Capable of molding ribs, bosses, and varying wall thicknesses in a single shot, which is difficult with continuous fiber sheets.

Ultra Lightweight

Offers a density of ~1.5 g/cm³, significantly lighter than aluminum (2.7 g/cm³) while maintaining high stiffness.

Fast Cycle Time

Compression molding cycles of 3-5 minutes make high-volume production (10,000+ parts/year) economically viable.

Material Efficiency

Near-net-shape molding reduces waste compared to machining, and offcuts can often be repurposed.

Tooling Capabilities

Precision engineering for advanced composites.

CF-SMC Mold Parameters

Mold Steel P20, 718H (Hardened surface)
Shear Edge Precision Telescoping (0.03-0.05mm gap)
Heating System High-Uniformity Thermal Oil / Electric
Ejection Hydraulic / Integrated Sensors
Press Capacity Up to 4000 Tons

Thermal Control

CF-SMC requires precise temperature control during curing. Our molds feature optimized heating channels to ensure uniform resin flow and minimize internal stress.

High-Pressure Durability

Designed to withstand molding pressures of 80-120 bar, ensuring full consolidation of the carbon fibers and void-free parts.

Surface Quality

Expert polishing and coating options to achieve high-quality surface finishes, ready for clear coating or painting (Class-A potential).

CF-SMC Applications

Where strength meets mass production.

Structural Frame

Structural Frames

Window frames, seat structures, and inner tailgates. Replacing metal with CF-SMC reduces weight by up to 50%.

Engine Cover

Under-the-Hood

Engine covers and oil pans. Excellent heat resistance and chemical stability in harsh environments.

Suspension Part

Chassis Components

Control arms and suspension links. High stiffness and fatigue resistance for critical load-bearing parts.

Accelerate Your Carbon Fiber Production

"CF-SMC is the future of high-volume composite manufacturing. Partner with SUASE to leverage our 39 years of compression molding expertise."

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