Many people confuse carbon and carbon fiber, but they are distinct materials with different properties and applications.
Carbon (e.g., graphite or diamond) is a pure element, used in batteries, lubricants, and industrial machinery.
Carbon fiber is a composite made of thin carbon strands woven into a resin matrix, ideal for lightweight structures like bicycles and aircraft.
Carbon carbon fiber takes it further by eliminating resins, creating a pure carbon-carbon bond for extreme environments.
Which One Should You Use?
Need conductivity? Choose carbon.
Want lightweight strength? Opt for carbon fiber.
Require extreme heat resistance? Carbon carbon fiber is the answer.
Understanding these differences ensures you pick the right material for your project.