APR Performance Carbon Fiber GTC-200 Adjustable Wing for E85 BMW Z4

APR Performance Carbon Fiber GTC-200 Adjustable Wing for E85 BMW Z4

With meticulous craftsmanship, the GTC-200 adjustable wing is designed to perfectly enhance the aesthetics of compact and midsize sports and touring cars, making it an excellent option. Sporting an impressive 59.5-inch span, it showcases an optimized 3D airfoil shape that effectively generates a substantial amount of downforce.

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Technical Features

• The GTC Series airfoils undergo meticulous craftsmanship, utilizing a combination of composite materials, specifically carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP). This unique composition empowers the airfoils to achieve remarkable levels of performance and precision while maintaining a lightweight yet robust structure. Additionally, the airfoils are fortified with pre-impregnated woven carbon fibers, further enhancing their durability. To ensure compliance with the most rigorous quality standards, advanced manufacturing techniques such as pre-impregnated composite manufacturing, high-temperature autoclaving, vacuum bagging, and the utilization of high-grade aluminum billet molds are employed throughout the production process.
• The development of the GTC Series airfoils involves the skillful utilization of composite materials that combine carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP), well-known for its lightweight and robust properties. These airfoils are meticulously crafted with meticulous attention to detail, incorporating pre-impregnated carbon fibers that offer an optimal blend of strength and lightness. To ensure the production of airfoils of the highest quality, advanced manufacturing techniques such as high-temperature autoclaving, pre-impregnated composite manufacturing, vacuum bagging, and the utilization of top-quality aluminum billet molds are employed. Thanks to their resilient structure, the airfoils achieve an impressive balance between a lightweight design and durability.
  • By integrating carbon fiber composites on 10mm 6061 billet aluminum pedestals and applying a matte black powder coating, the GTC Series airfoils attain remarkable stability, durability, and secure attachment. The inclusion of carbon fiber materials ensures that the airfoils maintain their lightweight and robust characteristics, resulting in an overall enhancement in performance.

Applications

• 2006-2008 BMW Z4 – E85

About APR Performance

Research

• Since 1999, APR Performance has been the undisputed chief in crafting and fabricating superior aerodynamic performance components for the aftermarket automotive sector.

Development

• Utilization of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis along with empirical track testing, guarantee the fabrication and validation of products to stringent performance specifications.

Production

• The utilization of proprietary manufacturing processes incorporating pre-impregnated carbon fiber composites assists in creating products characterized by sturdiness, lightness and premium caliber.