DragonPlate Granted Patent for Modular Carbon Fiber Tube Connector System

ELBRIDGE, N.Y., June 8, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DragonPlate has been granted a patent for their Modular Carbon Fiber Tube Connectors. Using these anodized aluminum connectors, 0.5", 0.75" or 1" carbon fiber tubes can be connected to form disassemblable complex structures. Both 2D and 3D joints are possible. No complex fixturing, screwing or drilling of tubes is necessary. The patented design creates a superior bond that does not require drilling of holes that can compromise tube strength.

Connectors are available in many different configurations allowing for creation of hundreds of joints and an unlimited number of light-weight rigid structures can be built. "These connectors are sure to revolutionize the connection of carbon fiber tubes.", commented Andy Morabito, marketing manager of DragonPlate. "Previously, there has not been a practical way of connecting carbon tubes in a way that doesn't compromise the integrity of the tube and takes full advantage of carbon fiber tube strength.", he added.

Currently, they offer more than 30 connector types with more planned for the near future. For more information about Modular Carbon Fiber Tube Connectors, visit http://DragonPlate.com/Modular-Carbon-Fiber-Tube-Connectors

For more information about DragonPlate Carbon Fiber Composites, visit http://DragonPlate.com

About DragonPlate Composites
DragonPlate is a trade name for "off-the-shelf" carbon fiber composite components manufactured by Allred and Associates Inc. They offer building materials such as carbon fiber sheets, tubes and structural components. They also provide engineering services and manufacturing of custom designed composite parts. They are located in central New York.

SOURCE DragonPlate