When a woven structure is bent upwards the top surface is in compression and the bottom surface in tension. The weave under tension will try to straighten the crimp in the fibres before resisting the bend. A uni-directional fibre will resist the bend immediately because the fibres are already straight. Uni-directional fibres can be laid in the directions needed to give maximum strength.

A close inspection of an NHP Razor Pro blade will show the multi axial lay-up of the uni-directional fibre which, when coupled with our high temperature, high pressure production system, ensures superior strength to weight ratio with high rigidity to provide you with ultimate performance.

NHP Carbon Pro Tail Blades have been developed to give the ultimate in performance. Using a high performance laminar flow symmetrical section they give smooth progressive control for all forms of flying: from scale through to sport and all the way to aggresive 3D. The square tip design gives the serious pilot the opportunity to trim the length of the blade to get the perfect mechanical tail set up to match their gyro and flying style.

Please note that it has been found that JR tail blade holders are less than 5mm wide. When a standard NHP tail blade is used in a JR tail blade holder, a small amount of side to side rocking movement is visable. This rocking causes the blade bush to cut its way through the blade root. NHP have now modified the root shape to suit JR helicopters. When fitting NHP tail blades make sure that there is no side to side rocking movement, this will ensure many hours of happy flying. If you are flying 3D it is recommended that the bushes are epoxied in place.

NB: Do not confuse side to side rocking movement with lead/ lag which is normal

NHP are proud to say that they are the only manufacturer of carbon sheet products with total control of production from purchasing raw materials to marketing the finished product.

Our own specification multi axial lay up coupled with our in-house designed high pressure and temperature system (200psi, 120°) produces a high quality flat sheet with superior strength and rigidity. Sheet is available in thicknesses ranging from 0.5mm to 40mm.

All NHP products are designed and manufactured in house using the latest Cad Cam techniques. Programs are transferred to precision CNC routing machines ranging in size from 800 x 900mm to 2000 x 4000mm. The carbon sheet parts are cut using tungsten carbide tools in high speed spindles (up to 40,000 rpm) ensuring accuracy and quality of finish.