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Atlas Fibre G-9 Rod

Atlas Fiber G-9 Rod is a continuous woven glass fabric laminated with a melamine resin. Grade G-9 has good mechanical properties plus high resistance to flame, heat, arcing, and most strong alkali solutions. It is recommended for use where good mechanical properties are needed under wet conditions. G-9 is an exact substitute for G-5.

Reinforcement Material: Glass Fibers

Physical Form: Fabric, Rods

Density: 1850.0 - 1850.0 kg/m³

Features: Alkali Resistant, Arc Resistant, Flame Resistant, Good Mechanical Properties, Heat Resistance

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Applications

Typical applications include switchboard panels, arc barriers, specialty terminal blocks, and circuit breaker components.

Properties

Physical Form
Material Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity1.85
Tensile Strength39000psi
Compressive Strength70000psi
Flexural Strength55000psi
Hardness115M Scale
Bond Strength1900psi
Shear Strength18000psi
Dissipation Factor (10⁶ Cycles, Cond A)0.015
Dielectric Constant (10⁶ Cycles, Cond A)7
Electric Strength (Cond A)450V/Mil
Flammability Rating94V-O
Operating Temperaturemax. 140°F
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion1.5 x 10⁻⁵IN/IN/°C
Water Absorption (24 Hrs)0.6%
Izod Impact Strength (49°C)12.5ft/lb/in