What is the difference between multifunctional resin carbon ribbon and wax based carbon ribbon

There are significant differences between multifunctional resin carbon ribbon and wax based carbon ribbon in multiple aspects. The following is a detailed comparison of these two types of carbon ribbons:

1、 Material composition and manufacturing process

Multi functional resin carbon ribbon:

It is mainly composed of high-performance carbon fiber and resin substrate.

Adopting thermosetting resin technology, that is, using polymer materials such as epoxy resin to cure under high temperature and high pressure conditions, so that carbon fibers are completely combined with resin.

Wax based carbon ribbon:

It is mainly made by mixing wax and carbon particles (such as carbon black).

Using wax interpenetrating network technology, wax particles are added to carbon fibers (or carbon particles), and then thermoplastic resin is added for heating and melting, forming a wax based structure during the cooling process.

2、 Physical and Chemical Properties

Multi functional resin carbon ribbon:

It has characteristics such as high strength, corrosion resistance, and fatigue resistance.

Due to the use of resin substrates, their electrical and thermal conductivity are relatively low, but can be improved by adding conductive materials.

High temperature resistance, friction resistance, alcohol resistance, suitable for printing environments that require high temperature or friction resistance.

Wax based carbon ribbon:

Relatively low strength, but good flexibility, easy to fit tightly with parts of different shapes.

Good conductivity because the carbon particles in the wax based carbon ribbon can effectively conduct current.

Good corrosion resistance and can be used in harsh environments.

Good anti-static performance can effectively prevent the generation and accumulation of static electricity.

3、 Application Fields

Multi functional resin carbon ribbon:

Suitable for fields such as construction, aerospace, sports equipment, as well as the production of mechanical equipment that requires strength and rigidity.

It is also suitable for electrical heating parts or situations where printing is required on special chemical products such as PET.

Wax based carbon ribbon:

Mainly used in fields such as automobiles, rockets, ships, as well as in the manufacturing of products that require high elasticity and toughness.

In the electronics and electrical industry, wax based carbon ribbon is commonly used in fields such as conductivity, grounding, shielding, and anti-static.

4、 Cost and Price

Multi functional resin carbon ribbon:

Due to the use of high-performance carbon fiber and resin substrates, and the relatively complex manufacturing process, the cost is relatively high.

The price is usually higher than that of wax based carbon ribbon.

Wax based carbon ribbon:

The material cost is relatively low, and the manufacturing process is also relatively simple.

The price is usually lower than that of multifunctional resin carbon ribbon.

In summary, there are significant differences between multifunctional resin carbon strips and wax based carbon strips in terms of material composition, physical and chemical properties, application areas, as well as cost and price. The choice of carbon ribbon depends on the specific application scenario and requirements.