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HPM Carbon
PNE® Carbon chopped carbon fiber for fiber reinforced concrete (FRC) to enhance crack control, ultra-high strength, and long-term durability in high-performance applications

HPM® Carbon

Chopped Carbon Fiber for FRC

High strength, crack resistance, long durability

Since 2002, we have specialized in concrete crack resistance, waterproofing, and anti-corrosion technologies.

Carbon Fiber for Concrete

Ultra-High Strength Carbon Fibers for UHPC, Repairs & Structural Concrete

What Is HPM® Carbon Fiber?

HPM® Carbon is a premium chopped carbon fiber engineered for high-performance concrete, mortar, UHPC, and structural repair materials. With extremely high tensile strength, low density, and exceptional chemical durability, HPM® Carbon delivers major improvements in flexural capacity, impact resistance, crack control, and long-term structural performance.

As an advanced reinforcing additive, carbon fibers disperse uniformly throughout the cement matrix and provide micro-level reinforcement that steel mesh or bars cannot achieve—making them ideal for high-strength concrete, industrial repairs, overlays, marine structures, and precast UHPC elements.

Specialty Synthetic Fibers

bulk pricing available

Specialty synthetic carbon fibers for bulk supply in structural concrete reinforcement and industrial applications

Technical Properties of HPM® Carbon

  • Material: High-modulus carbon fiber

  • Type: Chopped monofilament fiber

  • Specific Gravity: 1.8 g/cm³

  • Diameter: 7 μm

  • Lengths: 3 mm, 6 mm, 12 mm (customizable)

  • Tensile Strength: >4,000 MPa

  • Modulus of Elasticity: 230 GPa

  • Chemical Resistance: Excellent

  • Color: Black

Applicable Standards & Technical References

  • Relevant references for fiber-reinforced concrete applications may include ASTM C1116/C1116M, ASTM C1609/C1609M, and ACI 544.

  • These references apply to the concrete system or performance evaluation and should not be interpreted as product-specific certification of HPM® Carbon.

How Chopped Carbon Fibers Strengthen Concrete

Chopped carbon fibers improve concrete performance by providing high-strength, high-modulus micro-reinforcement throughout the mix.

1. Early Crack Control

Carbon fibers bridge micro-cracks as soon as they form, reducing crack width and preventing crack propagation.

2. Higher Tensile & Flexural Strength

Their exceptional stiffness and tensile capacity enhance flexural strength, toughness, and post-crack performance—especially in UHPC and structural repair materials.

3. Improved Fatigue & Impact Resistance

Carbon fibers help concrete withstand repeated loading, vibration, and impact, making them ideal for industrial floors, bridge decks, and precast components.

4. Superior Durability

Because carbon fibers are corrosion-proof and chemically stable, they reduce pathways for water and chlorides, improving long-term durability in harsh environments.

5. Ideal for High-Performance Mix Designs

In dense UHPC matrices, carbon fibers contribute to high strength, ductility, and long-term dimension stability.

Precast concrete bridge elements using carbon fiber reinforcement to improve crack control and structural toughness in heavy-duty infrastructure

Improve crack control, toughness

UHPC bridge piers constructed with carbon fiber reinforcement for seamless integration and enhanced performance in ultra-high-performance concrete applications

Integrate seamlessly into UHPC mixes

Key Benefits

  • Ultra-high tensile strength (>4,000 MPa)

  • Enhances flexural strength & load-carrying capacity

  • Excellent crack control for micro- & macro-cracks

  • Lightweight, corrosion-free reinforcement

  • Outstanding fatigue, chemical & thermal resistance

  • Ideal for UHPC, FRC, repair mortars & strengthening materials

Applications of HPM® Carbon Fiber

HPM® Carbon is engineered for demanding concrete and mortar applications where high flexural strength, durability, and resistance to cracking or fatigue are required.

Ideal for:

  • UHPC & RPC (Reactive Powder Concrete)

  • High-strength repair mortars

  • Structural strengthening overlays

  • Precast UHPC façade & panels

  • Bridge deck & joint repairs

  • Marine & offshore concrete

  • Industrial flooring & heavy-load slabs

  • Impact-resistant and fatigue-loaded structures

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge constructed with polypropylene macro fiber-reinforced shotcrete for enhanced crack resistance and durability in marine environments

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

Da Nang Pier in Vietnam built with steel fiber-reinforced concrete for superior tensile strength, impact resistance, and long-term durability in harsh marine conditions

Da Nang Pier, Vietnam

Hangzhou Olympic Center constructed with polypropylene microfiber-reinforced concrete to prevent plastic shrinkage cracking and ensure smooth architectural surfaces

Hangzhou Olympic Center

How to Use Carbon Fibers in Concrete

Follow these guidelines for best results when using chopped carbon fibers in UHPC and fiber-reinforced concrete:

  1. Batching: Gradually add fibers during dry mixing to ensure even dispersion.

  2. Dosage: 0.1–0.3% by volume, equivalent to 2–6 kg/m³ depending on performance requirements.

  3. Mixing: Utilize high-shear mixing where possible; extend mixing time to prevent agglomeration.

  4. Placement: Use standard UHPC and FRC placement and vibration methods to ensure full compaction.

Custom Carbon Fiber Solutions for Concrete

We offer tailored chopped carbon fiber solutions to meet your unique UHPC and FRC project needs:

Length Options: Available in 3 mm, 6 mm, and 12 mm lengths.

Packaging: 

  • Moisture-proof bags (5 kg, 10 kg)

  • Cartons for small batch projects

  • Bulk packaging for automated batching lines in large-scale production

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Why Choose Us?

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24 years of focus

on fiber reinforcement solutions.

5,000 tons yearly

from advanced manufacturing.

20+ countries served

with global product distribution.

1,000 projects proven

 in diverse applications worldwide.

Why Choose PIONEER® Technologies

Certified Technical Data

Access product-specific datasheets, lab testing reports, and international compliance certificates for seamless project approval.

Proven Global Experience

Trusted worldwide for high-performance concrete fiber reinforcement across industrial, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

Broad Micro Fiber Range

Complete micro synthetic fiber portfolio—including monofilament, fibrillated, ultra-fine, self-dispersing, and polyester fibers for shrinkage crack control.

Expert Dosage & Engineering Support

Get tailored product selection, precise dosage optimization, and technical submittal assistance from our concrete specialists.

Aerial view of PIONEER® production facility in Nanjing, showcasing the company's modern factory and large-scale concrete fiber manufacturing capabilities.

26,500m² production base

Synthetic fibers manufacturing production line for fiber reinforced concrete, producing concrete fibers and fiber mesh reinforcement to reduce cracks and improve durability.

Advanced fiber dispersibility

Concrete fibers production line manufacturing reinforcement fiber for concrete and improving fiber reinforced concrete performance.

Exceptional tensile strength

FAQ

  • HPM® Carbon is a chopped monofilament carbon fiber designed for incorporation into concrete, mortar and other cementitious materials. It is different from continuous CFRP wraps, laminates, bars or mesh systems.

  • When adequately dispersed, short carbon fibers can provide distributed reinforcement and participate in localized crack bridging. The resulting flexural, toughness or post-crack performance depends on fiber grade, dosage, matrix properties and applicable testing.

  • Final dosage should follow the current HPM® Carbon Technical Data Sheet and should be selected according to fiber grade, matrix type, mixing capability and required performance.

  • No. HPM® Carbon is a chopped distributed fiber product and should not be treated as a universal replacement for rebar, CFRP wraps, carbon bars or other primary structural reinforcement.

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