John Fredricks Posted September 25 Share Posted September 25 Are your CF tubes suitable for continuous outdoor exposure to sunlight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 John Kimball Posted September 25 Share Posted September 25 6 hours ago, John Fredricks said: Are your CF tubes suitable for continuous outdoor exposure to sunlight? Any and all carbon fiber / epoxy products are susceptible to UV degradation over time. As Rock West's tubes are made of an Epoxy matrix, they will degrade over time. That time is a function of UV, so the area you are in will determine that lifespan. Usually, it first appears as yellowing of the resin (but the amount of yellowing is determined by epoxy resin type), then it may oxidize on the surface and start to expose the fibers. You can clear coat the tubes with an automotive clear coat with UV inhibitors to prolong the life. However, without proper prep, the UV coating can begin to peel and blister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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