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Applications involving CFRP optical breadboard processing

Here's an example of an application.

Use this information to assess the potential introduction of Futaba's CFRP PLATE.

Compared to aluminum breadboards, those made of Futaba's CFRP PLATE

enables lower reflectance over a broader range of wavelengths! 

It can be applied to breadboards for experiments involving optics,

base plates for precision instruments, and other assembly applications.

Have you encountered any of these problems ?

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We use aluminum breadboards that save space when configuring experimental units, but they're heavy, even when they're made of light alloy...

For customers who feel even light alloys are too heavy...

We recommend breadboards

made of Futaba's CFRP PLATE.

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▲ Breadboards made of Futaba's CFRP PLATE

Futaba's CFRP PLATE can be applied to breadboards for experiments involving optics,

base plates for precision instruments, surface plates, and other assemblies. The material is suitable for various applications depending on your proposals! Take full advantage of it.

Features

　1. Lower thermal expansion and higher dimensional stability than aluminum

The 5.7×10-6/°C of FUTABA’s CFRP Plate vs. 23.8×10-6/°C of aluminum means Futaba’s CFRP PlLATE is much less affected by temperature change in the operating environment.

　2. Lightweight at half the weight of aluminum

The 1.3 of Futaba’s CFRP PLATE vs. 2.68 of aluminum (A5052) means for equivalent size, the weight is nearly halved, making it easy to carry.

　3. Lower infrared reflectance than black anodized aluminum.

Compared to black anodized aluminum products, those made of Futaba’s CFRP PLATE maintain lower reflectance over a broader range of wavelengths. (See the figures below.)

　4. Tapped holes with high strength in spite of being a resin

Supports tightening torque up to the 1.8T series. For example, in the case of an M6 screw, the maximum torque is 9.2 N-m.Generally, a resin allows a torque of 1 to 3 N-m. If the product needs to be held firmly, it can be tightened to a high torque.

　5. Excellent chemical resistance in spite of being a resin

Futaba’s CFRP PLATE has excellent chemical resistance against salt water, cutting oil, lubricating oil, alcohol, and other chemicals. Since it is a resin product, it is free from rusting.

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Figure: Change in reflectance versus different wavelengths

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Figure: Change in reflectance versus different wavelengths (enlarged)

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▲ Enlarged view of Breadboard made of Futaba's CFRP PLATE

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It is easier to take the breadboard out of the workplace!Not only does it reduce weight, but it also increases strength, killing two birds with one stone!

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Specifications

  • Material: Futaba's CFRP PLATE

  • Specific gravity: Approximately 1.3

  • Board thickness: 12 mm（±0.05）

  • Flatness: 20 um/200 mm or less

  • Thread nominal: Metric coarse thread; selectable between M6 x P1.0 through hole and M4 x P0.7 through hole 

  • Hole pitch: 25 mm (12.5 mm edge margin) with counterbored holes for mounting

  • Dimensions: 100 x 100 mm to 300 x 300 mm

  • Reference price: Available from 42,000 yen (not including tax) for 300 x 300 x t 12 mm

* Please feel free to consult on changes in the external dimensions, screw hole positions, and screw hole sizes.Insertion of Helisert (helical coil wire) is available as an option. Contact us for details.

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