Can these rods be used with linear bearings as aluminum replacements?

Yes, they work with linear bearings. Note that the carbon surface is less hard than aluminum, so wear may be quicker in high-load/high-usage scenarios.

Custom-Shaped Carbon Fiber Rod

Name: Custom-Shaped Carbon Fiber Rod
Brand: Qingdao Lookingforward New Material Technology Co., Ltd.
SKU: 1967768591

Shandong, ChinaQingdao Lookingforward New Material Technology Co., Ltd.

US$1.00-50.00

10 piece

Sample price:US$5.00/piece.Request sample

Product profile

Customization

Available

Shape

Carbon Fiber Rod

Raw Materials

Polyacrylonitrile-Based Carbon Fiber

Performance

High-Strength Type

State

Carbon Fiber Rod

Mechanical Property

High-Performance Type

Transport Package

Carton and Pallet

Specification

1mm, 2mm or customized

Trademark

Origin

Shandong, China

HS Code

6815120000

Production Capacity

10000m2/Month

Key features

Customizable Dimensions: Customized dimensions are acceptable for specific application requirements.

Low Minimum Order Quantity: MOQ is only 1 piece, allowing for easy sampling and small batch orders.

High Strength and Stiffness: Features high tensile strength of 250 ksi and excellent axial stiffness.

Lightweight and Rigid: Exceptionally rigid with high dimensional stability and low density.

Corrosion and UV Resistant: High corrosion resistance and UV resistant for durable long-term use.

Fast Sample Delivery: Sample orders can be delivered within 3-7 days for quick evaluation.

Versatile Application Range: Ideal for aerospace, RC models, automation, and structural components.

Standard Modulus Material: Manufactured from standard modulus carbon fiber with epoxy resin.

Company profile

Qingdao Lookingforward New Material Technology Co., Ltd.

Shandong, China

Business Type: Manufacturer/Factory, Trading CompanyExport Year: 2023-03-01Nearest Port: qingdao, tianjiinAverage Response Time: ≤7.79hTerms of Payment: LC, T/T, D/P, etc.International Commercial Terms(Incoterms): FOB, EXW, CFR, CIF, DAT, FAS, DDP, DAP, CIP, CPT, FCA

AI-Powered supplier vetting

SummaryThe supplier is identified as a trading company focused on advanced fiber-reinforced composite materials, including carbon fiber and Kevlar products. It reports production equipment, more than 10 production lines, 50 quality-control staff, and technical personnel with nearly 20 years of composite-material experience. Its stated technical support covers material, structural, process, simulation, mold, prototyping, and mass-production activities. Lead time is within 15 workdays in both peak and off-peak periods, but the supplier has no inventory, overseas warehouses, showrooms, agents, or branches, and has not participated in offline trade shows. Service weaknesses include no written corrective/preventive-action or complaint-handling procedures. No certification information or customer cases are provided. ODM, SDK, and well-known-brand OEM services are explicitly unavailable.

Supplier typeThe supplier is explicitly classified as a trading company, while its stated business focus is the development and production of advanced carbon-fiber and Kevlar-fiber reinforced composite products. The available information therefore indicates a trading-company classification with substantial reported manufacturing-related capabilities.

After-Sales capabilityThe supplier reports 10 qualified service-capability suppliers and accepts multiple service quotation and payment terms, with lead times within 15 workdays. However, it has no inventory, overseas facilities, agents, or branches, and it has no written corrective/preventive-action or customer-complaint procedures, indicating documented after-sales controls are weak.

R&D capabilityThe supplier states that it develops advanced fiber-reinforced composite materials, has technical personnel with nearly 20 years of experience, and provides support spanning material design, structural design, process design, mechanical simulation, mold design, prototyping, and mass production. This supports a positive assessment of technical development capability, although no SDK is available.

Production capacityReported production resources include carbon-fiber fabric and prepreg lines, hot-press molding equipment, hot-press tanks, and vacuum curing furnaces. The supplier also reports more than 10 production lines, 50 quality-control staff, and output above the stated threshold, supporting substantial production capacity.

Customization capabilityThe supplier states that it can support material, structural, process, simulation, mold, sample-trial, and mass-production work, which directly supports customized composite-product development. However, ODM service is explicitly unavailable, so customization appears focused on technical solutions rather than ODM offerings.

Product Q&A

Q:Can I paint the pultrusions and how do I prepare the surface?

Generally used as-is, but if painting is needed, lightly key the surface with 1200 grit wet/dry paper and thoroughly degrease/clean with mild detergent or alcohol wipe.

Q:Are these pultrusions magnetic?

No, these pultrusions are not magnetic.

Q:Are these manufactured from high modulus carbon fibers?

No, this pultrusion is manufactured from standard modulus fibers.

Q:Can you cut the tubes at custom lengths?

We do not currently offer a custom cutting service. However, they can be cut DIY relatively easily using a high-speed rotary tool and diamond cutoff wheel.

Q:Is it possible to cut a thread into your carbon fiber rods?

No, it is not possible to cut a usable thread. The material nature prevents threads from taking load, causing them to break during turning or use.