How Strong Are Composite Skid Plates?
It depends on what materials, the number of layers, and resins used. E Line uses a composite of carbon fiber, Kevlar, fiberglass, and resins. The use of Kevlar in skid plate manufacturer is unique to E Line. There is good reason Kevlar is the material of choice in manufacture of bullet proof vests, wear resistant gloves, and high impact resistant kayaks and canoes. Kevlar disperses impact, has a longer fatigue life, and has a greater tensile strength than about any other material including aluminum. Will An E Line Composite Skid Plate Break? ts possible, but improbable. And long after an aluminum skid plate has dented frame tubes or reshaped an engine case. E Lines Carbon/Kevlar skid plates will withstand many impacts with minimal cosmetic changes. Does A Composite Skid Plate Weigh Less Than An Aluminum Skid Plate? E Lines skid plates typically weight less than aluminum skid plates, but not a significant amount. The weight difference is small due to the multiple layers of carbon. Kevla
