Thermoset Melamine Formaldehyde, cellulose filled| Property | Value in metric unit | Value in US unit | ||
| Density | 1.55 *10³ | kg/m³ | 96.8 | lb/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modulus of elasticity | 12 | GPa | 1800 | ksi |
| Tensile strength | 65 | MPa | 9500 | psi |
| Elongation | 0.6 | % | 0.6 | % |
| Flexural yield strength | 140 | MPa | 20000 | psi |
| Compressive strength | 240 | MPa | 35000 | psi |
| Thermal expansion (20 ºC) | 29*10-6 | ºCˉ¹ | 16*10-6 | in/(in* ºF) |
| Maximum work temperature | 150 | ºC | 300 | ºF |
- Very high hardness (higher than phenolics);
- Brittle;
- High toughness;
- Scratch resistant;
- Opaque.
Applications: table tops, dinnerware, protective coatings, adhesives, lighting fixtures, heavy duty electrical equipment, decorative laminates.
