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World's Only Composite Hinge

ZERO METAL.
ZERO COMPROMISE.

Carbon fibre wings. Kevlar flex unit. No metal, no pin, no bearings.

Carbon Hinge is the only hinge in the world made entirely from composites. CFRP wings bonded to a woven Kevlar flex unit, with nothing metal anywhere in the assembly. No pin, no bearing, no corrosion. Made in Sydney, Australia.

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120kg
Static Load
Aero @ 50mm
1,000,000+
Flex Cycle
Verified
270–360°
Articulation
Arc
0.5mm
Ultra-Thin
Closed Profile
Drone application Power house display UMD drone Power house display
highlights

Why Choose
Carbon Hinge

01
No metal = no rust
Carbon fibre and Kevlar aramid are resistant to the harshest conditions. Saltwater and UV kill all metal hinges over time — not carbon hinge, because there is no metal to corrode and no coating to maintain.
1,000 hr ASTM B117 salt spray — zero mass change
02
Co-moulding with a composite structure
Carbon Hinge can be laid into a CFRP layup and cured in the same autoclave cycle as the panel itself. The result is a monolithic composite structure with no bond line, no fasteners and no stress concentration from hardware. No metal hinge can do this.
Co-cure compatible — same cure cycle as standard CFRP prepreg
03
Cost is comparable to stainless
The price of Carbon Hinge is in line with 316 stainless marine-grade piano hinge. Engineers switching from metal get better corrosion resistance, lower weight and zero galvanic interface with no cost premium. The upgrade costs nothing.
≈ 316 stainless marine-grade pricing · No composite premium
04
Non-magnetic, no galvanic and No RF interference
All of our hinges contain no metal, meaning they are completely free of magnetic signatures. We are also able to provide options that can suit a variety of applications to adhere to galvanic and Radio Frequency needs.
No application is too exotic — Carbon Hinge can do it all
Products

Off the shelf
Configurations

Seven closed profiles from 0.5mm to 5.5mm. Standard widths of 18mm and 25mm, lengths from 50 to 1,000mm. Every configuration ships bond-ready with a peel-ply surface. Custom dimensions, asymmetric wings and special profiles are available on request.

Carbon Hinge closed Carbon Hinge open
Ultra
0.5 mm

Closed Thickness

Width18mm or 25mm
Load115 kg @ 50mm
MountBond only
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Carbon Hinge closed Carbon Hinge open
Aero
0.8 mm

Closed Thickness

Width18mm or 25mm
Load130 kg @ 50mm
MountBond only
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Lightweight closed Lightweight open
Lightweight
1.6 mm

Closed Thickness

Width18mm or 25mm
Load200 kg @ 50mm
MountBond only
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Standard closed Standard open
Standard
3 mm

Closed Thickness

Width18mm or 25mm
Load210 kg @ 50mm
MountBond or mechanical
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Standard Reinforced closed Standard Reinforced open
Standard Reinforced
3.5 mm

Closed Thickness

Width25mm
Load260 kg @ 50mm
MountBond or mechanical
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Heavy Duty closed Heavy Duty open
Heavy Duty
5 mm

Closed Thickness

Width 25mm
LoadTBC
MountBond or mechanical
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Heavy Duty Reinforced closed Heavy Duty Reinforced open
Heavy Duty Reinforced
5.5 mm

Closed Thickness

Width25mm
Load260 kg @ 50mm
MountBond or mechanical
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Custom closed Custom open
Custom
Any configuration
WidthAny
LoadEngineered to spec
MountAs specified
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Markets

Where Carbon Hinge
Gets Specified

UAV Drone photo
Aerospace & Defence
UAV & DRONE
Payload bay doors, sensor covers, wing access panels, avionics hatches. Zero galvanic corrosion in coastal and maritime UAV operations. Option to co-cure directly into CFRP airframe panels for minimum weight and surface continuity. Already in use in group 3 UAS platforms.
AU sovereign supply Co-cure capable
Marine Photo
Marine
MARINE & YACHT
Hatch covers, hull access panels, cockpit doors. Immune to salt spray and UV without any protective treatment. Lighter than 316 stainless by a significant margin. No maintenance interval for corrosion. The above photo is an actuating trim mounted under a carbon rib vessel. See here on the Carbon Cat
Immune to salt corrosion UV stable Lighter than Stainless
foldable device photo
General Consumer Products
Consumer Products
Custom cases, storage boxes, cabinetry doors, access panels and general product enclosures. The 0.5mm and 0.8mm ultra-thin profiles are unique for a niche product range, while our standard and reinforced range provide strength ratings beyond alternate hinges at the same thickness.
7 thickness profiles Zero metal, zero corrosion
Test Data

Technical
Specifications

Parameter Value Note
Mechanical Performance
Static Load — Ultra (0.5mm @ 50mm)115 kgTested to failure
Static Load — Aero (0.8mm @ 50mm)130 kgTested to failure
Static Load — Lightweight (1.6mm @ 50mm)200 kgTested to failure
Static Load — Standard (3mm @ 50mm)210 kgTested to failure
Static Load — Standard Reinforced (3.5mm @ 50mm)260 kgPending test
Static Load — Heavy Duty (5mm @ 50mm)TBDPending test
Static Load — Heavy Duty Reinforced (5.5mm @ 50mm)260 kgTested to failure
Cycle Life — Standard1,000,000+Verified, no degradation
Articulation arc270° to 360°Thicker profiles have reduced arc
Operating torqueLow / consistentNo bearing friction
Physical
Min closed thickness — Ultra0.5 mmNo comparable product
Min closed thickness — Aero0.8 mmNo comparable product
Min closed thickness — Lightweight1.6 mmStock product
Min closed thickness — Standard3 mmStock product
Min closed thickness — Standard Reinforced3.5 mmStock product
Min closed thickness — Heavy Duty5 mmMulti-unit config
Min closed thickness — Heavy Duty Reinforced5.5 mmMulti-unit config
Standard widths18mm or 25mmCustom available on request
Standard lengths50mm to 2,200mmCustom available on request
Metal contentZeroAll-composite: CFRP + Kevlar
Materials
Wing materialCFRP (woven)Carbon fibre / epoxy
Flex unit materialKevlar aramidWoven, no metal pin
Matrix systemAerospace epoxyStandard cure cycle
Standard colourBlackCustom available
Environmental
Corrosion resistanceImmuneNo treatment required
UV resistanceExcellentInherent CFRP property
Standard operating temperature−55 to +120 °CStandard epoxy system
Installation
Bond surfacePeel-plyBond-ready as supplied
Recommended adhesiveMMA / Structural epoxyPlexus Structural Adhesives (MA range)
Mechanical fastenersOptionalPre-drilled on request
Co-cure capabilityYesMonolithic CFRP panel integration

* Specifications subject to revision as tests are conducted.

Open Profile — Plan View
CFRP Wing Woven carbon / epoxy Kevlar Flex Unit Aramid weave · no pin CFRP Wing Woven carbon / epoxy
Closed Profile — Side View
CFRP Wing Woven carbon / epoxy CFRP Wing Woven carbon / epoxy Kevlar Flex Unit Aramid weave · no pin

* Not to scale

Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP)
Woven carbon fibre set in a pre-preg epoxy matrix
Kevlar Aramid Flex Unit
Woven aramid — the flex mechanism.
Distributors

Carbon Hinge
Distributors

North America
JEFCO MANUFACTURING
Matt Karden
718 North West 1st St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311, USA
jefcomfg.com matt@jefcomfg.com +1 954 527 4220
Europe
PINET INDUSTRIE
Pierre-Emmanuel Bernard
9, rue de l'étang, PIA Paris Nord 2
BP 62036, 95971 Roissy Charles de Gaulle Cedex
France
pinet.eu marketing@pinet.eu +33 1 49 38 27 52

CMP ENGINEERING
Fredrik Hjulfors & Andreas Forsman
Bulderbackavägen 8
68600 Jakobstad
Finland
cmp-engineering.com sales@cmp-engineering.com Fredrik: +358 400 764 402 Andreas: +358 503 560 066
Manufacturer
TALON TECHNOLOGY
10/111 Old Pittwater Rd
Brookvale, NSW
Australia 2100
info@carbonhinge.com +61 2 9905 8700
Retailers
MCMASTER-CARR
mcmaster.com
FAQ

Frequently
asked questions

Hinge wings are produced in a range of thicknesses. The overall strength of the hinge is determined more by the number of Kevlar layers than by the thickness itself. Hinges under 3mm are intended for bond only installation, while hinges 3mm and above can be installed using countersunk screws.
Our website lists hinges up to 2.2 metres, but we have also produced custom hinges as long as 6 metres. Hinges can be supplied cut to length, typically with a ±1mm tolerance.
A standard hinge contains one Kevlar layer. Heavy duty versions use two layers, and we have produced custom designs with up to five. As the number of layers increases, the hinge becomes stronger but its available rotation decreases.
With no metal components, the hinge is highly resistant to corrosion. Kevlar can degrade under UV exposure, so all hinges are coated with a flexible black UV protective layer. For applications exposed to extreme UV conditions, we recommend testing to confirm suitability.
The hinge has been cycle tested to one million cycles. After testing, only a slight increase in Z axis flexibility was observed.
Each hinge is supplied with a peel ply surface on one side. This provides an excellent bonding surface and requires no additional preparation. For critical installations, the peel ply can be left attached for removal on site.
Yes. We produce a wide range of custom hinge configurations. Wings can be made larger, smaller, or asymmetrical, and we can mould complex shapes directly into the carbon fibre. Where galvanic isolation or RF transparency is required, we can produce all glass hinges.
For cutting, fine tooth metal cutting blades work best; hacksaws and band saws are ideal. For drilling, a standard twist drill is suitable, though tungsten carbide drills are recommended for repeated or high volume work. Cutting through the Kevlar layer may leave a soft, furry edge — this is normal. It can be trimmed cleanly with a very sharp knife. Avoid carbon dust and ALWAYS use appropriate PPE.
Sample Kit

Get your
Sample Kit

Sample kits ship from Sydney within 5 to 7 business days. Each kit includes 1 of each of the listed hinges of that thickness at 120mm length and with a 25mm width closed.

    01
    Physical samples across standard thickness range0.5mm, 0.8mm, 1.6mm, 3mm, 3.5mm, 5mm and 5.5mm profiles. Cut to 120mm width for handling. Bond surface peel-ply as supplied.
    02
    Technical data sheet and installation guideLoad ratings, cycle data, material properties, and installation guidance.
    03
    Engineering consultation availableIf you need our expertise we are happy to discuss your application and recommend the right configuration for your application.
Thin Pack
0.5mm · 0.8mm · 1.6mm · 3mm
Flexibility focused thicknesses ideal for light-duty, compact and UAV applications.
Thin Pack
Thick Pack
3.5mm · 5mm · 5.5mm
Structural thicknesses suited to high-load, industrial and marine applications.
Thick Pack
Full Pack
The complete range
All seven standard profiles in one kit. Best for broad evaluation and engineering selection.
Full Pack
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