They are also strong and long lasting. Carbon fiber s Long chain pure carbon fibers attached together by covalent bonds only, are made by heating nylon or polyester fibers. The heat treatment is done in the absence of air, hence oxygen from these molecules are eliminated, leaving behind pure carbon fibers. They cannot be strictly called as polymers. Properties of carbon fibers 1.
Carbon fibers are strong as they are long chain molecules.
They are long lasting. Uses of carbon fibers Carbon fibers are used in making sports goods like racquet handles and frames. They are light weight and strong. Carbon fibers are used in making components of a spacecraft as they are lightweight and strong.