Composites are strong, yet flexible – Composites ski poles, for instance, usually offer more flexibility and durability than standard aluminum ones: They can bend significantly without snapping.
Composites are excellent at insulation - Fiber based products have a very low coefficient of thermal conductivity (up to 0.18–0.3 W/mK) or unparalleled dielectric strength (up to 30 KV/mm thickness). Compared to conventional materials such as steel (15–58 W/mK), composites the avoidance of thermal or electric bridges.
Composites are heat and electrical resistant – Composites retain their integrity when exposed to high temperatures or high voltages (ex: mica). Conversely, granite or magnetic surfaces can’t absorb heat or electricity, so they can chip if hot pans and high voltage are placed on them.
Composites are non-porous – This makes them much more sanitary than granite, which can conceal bits of food and bacteria in its crevices. Composites also can withstand disinfectant and agressive chemical products without damaging the material, unlike granite.
Composites are dimensionally stable – They retain their shape and size when they are hot or cool, wet or dry. Wood, on the other hand, swells and shrinks as the humidity changes.
Composites are excellent at handling tension – In highly tension-loaded applications, such as the airplanes wing leading edges, railways component, this helps decrease fatigue and maintenance. Aluminum is sensitive to tension loads.
Composites can create one-piece designs – Fabricating a product in one piece, whether it’s an airplane wing or a wind blade, reduces maintenance because there aren’t any fasteners or joints.
Composites are long lasting – Wood eventually rots, but composites are durable. Think about the marine industry: Wooden boats require considerable care to last an owner’s lifetime, while many composite boats remain afloat for 50-plus years with routine maintenance.
Composites are low maintenance – In an application such as a residential deck, this is critical. Composite decks can be cleaned with soap and water, while wood decks need to be regularly power washed, inspected for rot, sanded and stained.
Composites offer endless appearance options – They can be easily formed into any shape and customized into any color, making composites a preferred choice for homeowners who want distinctive counters, shower surrounds, bathtubs and more. Granite must be carefully selected, matched and cut and is available in a limited number of colors.
Composites are easy to maintain – They do not require sealants or special cleaning products. Because some alternative material are often porous, it must be sealed annually to prevent staining. And cleaning products such as degreasers and glass cleaners strip the sealant.
Composites allow for precise weight distribution – In an application such as baseball bats, this allows for either balanced loading that contributes to an effortless, fast swing or end loading, which helps power hitters gain more distance. Aluminum alloy bats have less precise weight distribution.
Composites absorb vibrations – Because they are non-elastic, composites dissipate the energy of vibrations, making them well-suited for applications ranging from equipment mounts to athletic shoe insoles. Aluminum doesn’t absorb vibrations as well as composites.
Composites are easy to transport and install – Because they are lightweight, composites are an ideal replacement for steel in applications. They cost less to transport and are simpler to install in remote locations than their steel counterparts.
Composites are inexpensive – Granite sinks or steel sheets, for example, routinely cost five to 10 times that of composite sinks. Plus, they require professional installation, which boosts the cost. Installing lightweight composite sinks can be a do-it-yourself project.
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