Beginner's Guide to Composites Pt 1

New to carbon fiber? Start here. I've had this course hosted on my website for quite a while now, but I've decided to post it here as well in order to make it easier for newcomers to find. Part 2: https://youtu.be/XZOoN6_Mx-c Resources: Disclaimer: Some of the links below are affiliate links. What that means is that when you purchase a product through that link I earn a commission on that sale at no additional cost to you. Carbon Fiber EasyStart Kit - http://www.gorillacarbons.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=59&tracking=5d6ea7df61a3e Includes 25"x8" carbon fiber, epoxy, gloves, brush, wax, and mixing cup. Additional carbon fabric is also available. Carbon and Aramid Fabric: SollerComposites.com Best prices and incredible customer service! Fiberglass Fabric: Thayercraft.com Best prices I've found, and Free Shipping! Epoxy: Resin Research Composite Pro 2050 Resin (4 Gallons or More): https://www.resinresearch.net/composite-pro-system Composite Pro 2050 Resin (1-Gallon Kit, scroll down to "Resin Research 2050 Infusion Epoxy"): http://www.fiberglasssupply.com/Product_Catalog/Epoxy/epoxy.html#RR-Epoxy Adtech 820 Resin (1-Quart Kit): https://www.sollercomposites.com/Epoxy.html - Note this is a different low-odor resin, and it requires 85+ degrees F in order to cure properly. I've tried it and it's great. Mold Release: https://store.acpsales.com/products/3270/partall-paste-2-mold-release-wax-24-oz-can https://store.acpsales.com/products/3264/partall-coverall-film-quart- Safety Equipment: Nitrile Gloves: https://www.harborfreight.com/5-mil-nitrile-powder-free-gloves-100-pc-large-68497.html Safety Glasses: https://www.harborfreight.com/safety-glasses-clear-99762.html Disposable Respirator (for dust only): https://amzn.to/2Jyv1rL Full-Face Respirator: https://amzn.to/30rprOK - Organic Cartridge (for fumes, not dust): https://amzn.to/2JsJVQ0 - Particulate Filter (for dust, not fumes): https://amzn.to/2LH7s2q - Note that these can be stacked to filter both dust and fumes Tyvek Suit: https://amzn.to/2Joag34 (I'm 5'11 and I use a 2XL) Cutting & Sanding: Dremmel Tool 8220: https://amzn.to/31ziAmQ Spare Cutoff Wheels: https://amzn.to/2yTz7FN Spare Sanding Drum: https://amzn.to/2qXV8Tr Sandpaper Variety Pack: https://amzn.to/2YOUpUJ