Teijin Carbon announced the launch of Tenax™ IMS65 E23 36K 1630tex, Teijin Carbon’s first 36K carbon fiber, marking a breakthrough in cost effective high tensile, intermediate modulus carbon fiber. This newly developed carbon fiber type delivers high mechanical performance at a competitive price, making it an ideal choice for demanding applications such as pressure vessels. Teijin Carbon has optimized the processability of the carbon fiber yarn to enable high speed filament winding and for excellent spreadability in prepreg production.

With a tensile strength of 5800 MPa and a tensile modulus of 280 GPa, Tenax™ IMS65 E23 36K matches the processing and material properties of existing higher cost intermediate modulus carbon fibers, positioning this product as the future first choice material for industrial applications. Additionally, an aerospace-grade variant is currently in development, further expanding its potential applications.

The introduction of Tenax™ IMS65 E23 36K reinforces the commitment to innovation and affordability, ensuring that high-performance carbon fiber solutions remain accessible to a broader market.