Typical snowboard construction methods are shown here, together with an indication of the types of materials which are used.
For further advice on materials selection, processing methods or applications for composites please contact Hexcel Composites.



A Construction with Laminates
B Cap Construction with Laminates
C Sandwich construction with Prepregs

1 Honeycomb/ Polyurethane core
2 Epoxy/Glass, Carbon or Hybrid Top Laminate
3 PE Running Surface:
4 Epoxy/Glass, Carbon or Hybrid Bottom Laminate:
5 Profile Steel Edge:
6 Sidewall (ABS) : 
7 Top Laminate
8 Decorative Thermoplastic Cap Foil
9 PE Running Surface:
10 Glass, Carbon, or Hybrid Prepreg:
11 Honeycomb, polyurethane or wood core (PUR/ wood combination demonstrated here):
12 Steel Edge : 
13 Prepreg:
14 Decorative Thermoplastic Cap Foil:
15 PE running surfaces:
16 Glass, Carbon or Hybrid Prepreg:
17 Honeycomb/ Polyurethane core:
18 Steel Edge: