3K/12K
John C.
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Please can someone explain in carbon frames the difference between 3K and 12K and what is the advantage of one over the other.
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As I understand it, it's purely cosmetic. It refers to the width of the characteristic carbon weave they put on top. 12k is wider and IMHO looks cooler.0
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The term refers to the amount of fibres used in the weave. 3K gives a finer weave carbon fibre than 12K. Purely cosmetic.0
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3K has 3000 fibres per bundle or toe. 12K has 12000fibres per bundle or toe.
12k makes a stiffer bike.0 -
For more info, as always weightweenies is the answer
http://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum ... 2&start=150 -
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Thanks. I was looking at 2 carbon frames on ebay one 3 and one 12K and wondered what the difference was. Now I know
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