Carbon-Carbon Composite (2D Woven) vs Diamond (Natural Single Crystal Type IIa)
Property comparison of Carbon-Carbon Composite (2D Woven) and Diamond (Natural Single Crystal Type IIa), both carbon graphite.
| Property | Carbon-Carbon Composite (2D Woven) | Diamond (Natural Single Crystal Type IIa) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 50 MPa | 3,500 MPa | +6900% |
| Poisson ratio | 0.1 | 0.07 | -30% |
| Density | 1,450 kg/m³ | 3,510 kg/m³ | +142% |
| Thermal conductivity | 40 W/m·K | 2,200 W/m·K | +5400% |
| Specific heat | 710 J/kg·K | 509 J/kg·K | -28% |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion | 0.000001 1/K | 0.000001 1/K | +100% |
Difference is Diamond (Natural Single Crystal Type IIa) relative to Carbon-Carbon Composite (2D Woven). Values are taken from the representative row of each material; both materials may have multiple heat treatments or conditions on their individual pages.
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