Low areal weight · High specific strength · Hybrid

Lightweight Carbon Kevlar Fabric

Optimized hybrid weave delivering exceptional strength-to-weight performance — ideal for weight-critical aerospace, automotive, and sporting applications.
160 g/m² Areal weight
0.21 mm Thickness
Hybrid Carbon + Kevlar

Lightweight Carbon Kevlar Fabric is a low-areal-weight hybrid reinforcement designed for applications where weight reduction is paramount. Combining 1k or 3k carbon fiber with 1000d Kevlar in a balanced twill or plain weave, this fabric delivers high tensile strength (carbon: 3500–4200 MPa, Kevlar: 2800–3100 MPa) at minimal mass. The low areal weight (160–200 g/m²) reduces material usage, enables thinner laminates, and improves handling efficiency. This fabric is ideal for aerospace interiors, UAV components, automotive lightweight structures, and sporting goods where every gram counts. Available in twill and plain weaves with standard roll widths of 1000 mm and 1270 mm.

Lightweight Benefits

Weight saving Up to 30% lighter than standard 240 g/m² hybrid fabrics
Specific strength Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio for critical applications
Thin laminates Enables thinner, more efficient structural designs
Hybrid toughness Kevlar provides impact resistance without weight penalty

Technical Specifications

Fiber types 1k/3k Carbon + 1000d Kevlar
Weave patterns Plain, 2×2 Twill
Fiber ratio 50% carbon / 50% Kevlar
Areal weight range 160 – 200 g/m²
Thickness range 0.21 – 0.26 mm
Tensile strength (carbon) 3500 – 4200 MPa
Tensile strength (Kevlar) 2800 – 3100 MPa
Tensile modulus (carbon) 225 – 240 GPa
Sizing compatibility Epoxy, vinyl ester, polyester
Roll widths 1000, 1270 mm
Roll lengths 25, 50, 100 m

Lightweight Advantages

  • Reduces component weight by up to 30%
  • Ideal for aerospace, UAV, and automotive applications
  • Hybrid construction — combines stiffness with toughness
  • Excellent drape for complex shapes (twill weave)
  • Thin profile — enables aerodynamic and space-efficient designs
  • Compatible with vacuum infusion and prepreg processes

Primary Applications

Aerospace Interior panels, UAV airframes, radomes
Automotive Lightweight body panels, hoods, interior trim
Sports Bicycle frames, tennis rackets, fishing rods
Marine Racing boats, lightweight deck panels
Protection Lightweight ballistic panels, protective equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

Lightweight fabric (160–200 g/m²) reduces component weight by 20%–30% compared to standard 240 g/m² hybrid fabrics. It enables thinner laminates and better specific strength, but may require additional plies for equivalent stiffness in structural applications.

Lightweight fabric is more delicate than heavier weights. Careful handling is required to avoid stretching or distorting the weave. Use low-tack spray adhesive and avoid excessive tension during layup. The twill weave provides better stability than plain in lightweight configurations.

Yes. The open weave structure of lightweight fabric promotes rapid resin flow during vacuum infusion. Recommended resin viscosity: 80–250 cP. Use flow media for panels larger than 0.5 m². The hybrid nature may require slightly higher injection pressure.

With vacuum bagging: 50% – 55%. The lightweight construction allows excellent resin penetration and compaction. Higher Vf may be achieved with autoclave or compression molding (55% – 58%).

✦ Est. 2018 · Jiangyin
Dongli New Materials
⬡ High-performance Fiber Composites · ◈ Precision Engineering · ◉ Global Reach
32,000 ▣ Factory Area (㎡)
7 ◆ Years Experience
10 ◼ Production Lines
24 ◉ Technical Personnel
⬡ Aerospace ◈ Automotive ◉ Sports Equipment ✦ R&D Innovation ◆ Global Partner ◼ Sustainability

◉ Founded 2018

Jiangyin Dongli New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. focuses on the comprehensive development and manufacturing of high-performance fiber composite materials. We are China Lightweight Carbon Kevlar Fabric Manufacturers and Wholesale Lightweight Carbon Kevlar Fabric Suppliers. Operating from a 32,000‑square‑meter industrial complex featuring precision‑controlled environments, including climate‑regulated workshops and 100,000‑grade purification zones.

We integrate material innovation with engineering expertise to serve aerospace, automotive, and sports equipment sectors.

◈ One‑Stop Factory

With full process control, we integrate material innovation with engineering expertise. Our capabilities include R&D and production of high‑performance fiber fabrics through weaving and prepreg processes, as well as composite products utilizing autoclave, RTM, RMCP, PCM, WCM, and spraying technologies.

⬡ Aerospace ◈ Automotive ◉ Sports ✦ R&D

Global Vision & Breakthrough Solutions

Dongli New Materials aims to expand its global influence, enhance its research and development capabilities, and continue to provide breakthrough solutions for global partners.

In the years to come, Dongli will continue to make significant contributions to the industry through relentless innovation and collaboration. We are committed to developing cutting‑edge technologies that not only enhance product performance but also promote social progress. With the continuous evolution of the industry, we always insist on creating solutions with far‑reaching impact and sustainability, ensuring that we become a trusted partner and helping enterprises fully realize their potential in the ever‑changing global environment.

◉ Autoclave ◈ RTM ⬡ RMCP ✦ PCM ◆ WCM ▣ Spraying ◼ Weaving ◉ Prepreg
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