Back

Carboplate System

Pre-Impregnated, Pultruded Carbon Fiber Plate Used with Epoxy Resins and Primer for Structural Strengthening

Carboplate^® System includes Carboplate E 170 pultruded carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) plates designed for external structural strengthening of existing concrete, wood, masonry and steel members. In addition, the system includes a high-strength nonsagging epoxy resin – either MapeWrap^® 11 or MapeWrap 12 – and MapeWrap Primer 1. Carboplate E 170 is externally bonded onto the surface of the substrate to strengthen and stiffen existing structures, using an epoxy resin specifically designed for the application. Carboplate E 170 is protected on both sides by a plastic film, eliminating the need for solvent cleaning of the plates before installation.

Ease of installation with limited or no downtime of structure
High tensile strength and modulus of elasticity
Extremely lightweight with high strength-to-weight ratio
High flexural and shear capacity
Noncorrosive and alkali-resistant
Excellent fatigue resistance
Low aesthetic impact (easy to conceal)
Nonintrusive; will not significantly change existing dimensions of structural member
Removable “peel-ply” protective plastic film; no wiping with solvent required
Plates can be cut to length on-site.