Products in Parts & Shapes

MC511SN, StatNot™, is a static dissipative epoxy, woven glass based material with excellent control of the static dissipative properties. This material is used where static dissipation is required from surfaces to surface of the composite, in the x, y and z directions.

NP130 is a woven glass fabric combined with halogenated epoxy resin system. NP130 is produced to printed circuit board quality standards. It is flame retardant, and meets the requirements of MIL-I-24768/27, Type GEE-F and IEC-60893-3-2 EP GC 202.

Paper reinforced phenolic grade with controlled conductivity. NP843 has mechanical strength similar to NP611. It has conductive surfaces only.

Similar to NP320 with improved moisture resistance. It is suitable for electrical applications in moderate humidity conditions. NP320E meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/13 and ASTM F2953-12 Type FB. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

Fine weave (less than 4 ounce/square yard) cotton fabric commonly called linen, combined with phenolic resin to provide better machining than NP310. NP320 should be used for smaller and more intricate shapes than NP310, when a finer surface finish is required. NP320 meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/15 and IEC-60893-4-PF CC 203.

Fine weave canvas phenolic material with fabric construction weight intermediate to NP310 and NP320. NP342 is designed for better machining than grade NP310 and lower cost than NP320. NP342 meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/16 and IEC-60893-4-PF CC 201.

NP322 is composed of a linen substrate combined with a phenolic resin system which contains molybdenum disulfide for reduced wear and increased lubrication. Provides the same lubricity as NP313, but has better machining qualities. The mechanical strength is similar to, but slightly less than NP320. NP322 is used in applications where reduced wear is needed in non-conductive applications.

Woven glass fabric combined with a high temperature polyimide resin system engineered to maintain excellent physical properties at 240°C. P95 has a low coefficient of thermal expansion, high mechanical strength and excellent heat resistance. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

Grade MC223 is a medium weave cotton phenolic composite. Typical applications include pintle and stave-type bearings for rudder shafts in the marine industry. This material is known industry wide as “Marine Micarta.” This product is also suitable for heavy equipment applications that require finer machining profiles than those provided by bearing-grade laminates.

Utility grade canvas phenolic with properties similar to NP310E. Not certifiable to NEMA due to low crosswise flexural strength.

Bleached linen with melamine resin system. NP329 provides better arc resistance than NP320E. Also, resistant to ammonia based refrigerants. Hard, durable material should be heated to punch, but machines very well with standard machining equipment. NP329 meets UL94, HB.

Utility version of NP320E. Meets most, but not all, NEMA properties for L and LE, and is not certifiable as a NEMA Grade.

Grade MC320LE is a fine weave bleached cotton phenolic composite that has excellent machining characteristics and low moisture absorption. Applications include marine applications, terminal boards and parts requiring medium strength and excellent electrical characteristics. MC320LE meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/13 and ASMT F2953-12 Type FB. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

NP500A is constructed of a woven glass fabric combined with easy-machining, non-brominated epoxy resin. It is engineered to provide NEMA grade G-10 properties, but is easier to machine and more cost effective in many applications. Applications for NP500A include; low temperature thermal insulation, structural applications and various other mechanical, and electrical applications at low to moderately high temperatures. NP500A meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/2.

NP510A is a woven glass fabric composite combined with epoxy resin system. It is engineered to provide NEMA grade FR-4 properties. This material contains bromine on the epoxy resin backbone. NP510A is certifiable to MIL-I-24768/27, Type GEE-F.

Manufactured with a cotton fabric and phenolic resin, NP310E is easy to machine and possesses lower moisture absorption and enhanced electrical properties. NP310E meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/14.

NP511 consists of a woven glass fabric combined with high temperature epoxy resin system. NP511 has excellent mechanical strength and electrical properties from cryogenic to elevated temperatures. Continuous operating temperature is 175°C. This material meets NEMA G-11, MIL-I-24768/3, Type GEB and IEC-60893-3-2 EP GC 203.

NP515LS is a woven glass fabric combined with a high temperature phenolic resin. It is engineered to provide superior shrink characteristics at elevated temperatures, making it an ideal material for insulating gaskets. Having been tested and certified as a NEMA G-3 material, NP515LS also meets or exceeds the requirements of IEC 60893-3-4 PF GC 201.

Phenolic resin combined with spun nylon fabric. Good impact strength and excellent electrical properties under high humidity conditions.

NP500CR (commonly referred to as G10 CR) consists of a glass fabric with an epoxy resin system resulting in excellent electrical characteristics and superior physical properties at cryogenic temperatures (-270 °C to 135 °C operating temperature range). Previously designated as Westinghouse/International Paper Micarta Cryogenic Grade 56 G12, it has low thermal conductivity and utilizes chemistry specifically designed for cryogenic applications.

Fine weave canvas phenolic engineered for dimensional stability and mechanical strength at temperatures as high as 125ºC. Providing excellent moisture resistance and easy to machine, NP342LS low-shrink material was designed for use in Class B generators for wedge applications and can be tested to the General Electric specification A50A341.

Woven glass fabric with high temperature phenolic resin. Good flexural, compressive and impact strengths at elevated temperatures. It is capable of continuous operation at 175°C. NP504 has excellent creep resistance because of the phenolic resin system. Meets MIL-I-24768/18 GPG. For NFPA 130 data please reference document NP504 Additional Data Sheet - NFPA 130. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

NP310 is a canvas machining grade for structural and mechanical applications. It has better impact strength than phenolic paper grades. NP310 meets or exceeds the requirements of MIL-I-24768/16 and IEC-60893-4-PF CC 201.

NP511EM is constructed of a woven glass fabric combined with a high temperature, easy machining epoxy resin. It has excellent mechanical strength and electrical properties at elevated temperatures. The continuous operating temperature is 190°C, in mechanical applications. This material meets NEMA G-11 and MIL-I-24768/3, Type GEB.

Canvas machining grade for structural and mechanical applications. NP310HT has better impact strength than phenolic paper grades. It meets the requirements of MIL-I-24768/16, IEC-60893-4-PF CC 201 and is designed to meet GE specification A19B15B1.

MC507U is a utility grade, glass fabric combined with a silicone resin system. It can be substituted for NEMA G-7, in most heating, appliance insulation and some bearing applications. MC507U has excellent strength and electrical properties. MC507U complies with MIL-I-24768/17 – GSG, with the exception of some specific electrical properties. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

NP130HF is a woven glass fabric composite combined with epoxy resin system, which is engineered to provide better physical properties than standard NEMA FR-4. It is significantly more dimensionally stable than NP130 or NP510A because of its low resin content. The main application for NP130HF is for “bed-of-nails” probe boards used for printed circuit board testing, and other structural applications. Certification to IEC-60893-3-2 EP GC 202

Grade RT507 has good electrical properties under humid conditions, superior heat resistance, and superior arc resistance. Typical applications include heating appliance insulation, welding equipment nozzle insulation, heat barriers and specialty bearing applications. RT507 also complies with MIL-I-24768/17, Type GSG and ASTM D709 Type IV Grade G-7.

Grade RT310 is a tube made from a medium weight canvas fabric combined with a phenolic resin that has good physical properties and machining characteristics. Typical applications include textile bobbins, lap spools and structural parts that require good impact strength. RT310 also complies with MIL-I-24768/16, Type FBM, ASTM D709 Type II Grade C and IEC-61212-3-1 PF CC 22.

RT500M is composed of a medium weight glass fabric combined with an epoxy resin system. RT500M combines excellent electrical characteristics with very good physical properties. Electrical properties maintained in high humidity conditions. It also complies with MIL-I-24768/2, Type GEE and ASTM D709 Type IV Grade G-10. RT500M is not flame resistant. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

Being a hot oil treated version of RT630, RT630S is a fine machining grade with excellent electrical properties and moisture resistance. It has good dimensional stability and resists splitting. Typical applications include fuse tubes, coil forms and supports. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

Grade RT509 has good electrical properties under humid conditions and excellent arc resistance. Typical applications include fuse tubes and switchboard insulation. RT509 also complies with MIL-I-24768/1, Type GME and ASTM D709 Type IV Grade G-9 and IEC 61212-3-1-MFGC 21.

The RT500F has good electrical properties under humid conditions, excellent heat resistance and mechanical properties. RT500F is made with a fine weave woven glass fabric, for better machining and a smoother surface finish. It also complies with MIL-I-24768/2, Type GEE and ASTM D709 Type IV Grade G-10. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

RTB320X is composed of an extra-fine weave woven cotton fabric combined with a phenolic resin system to produce a tube product that has superior machining capability with smooth, fiber free surfaces. Typical uses include retainers for ball-bearings and applications that require fine machining characteristics. RTB320X also complies with MIL-I-24768/13, Type FBE, ASTM D709 Type II Grade LE and Federal Specification WW-L-2887 and IEC 61212-3-1 PF CC 21.

Being a hot oil treated version of RTB320, RTB320S has low moisture absorption and excellent dimensional stability. Typical uses include bearings and applications that require fine machining characteristics. Certification to IEC standard is pending.

The RT500 series has good electrical properties under humid conditions, excellent heat resistance and mechanical properties. RT500 grades are available in medium or fine weave fabrics. It also complies with MIL-I-24768/2, Type GEE and ASTM D709 Type IV Grade G-10. Certification to IEC standard is pending.