Kayco Composites U20

Identification & Functionality

Core Type

Polyurethane Foam

Composite Materials Functions

Core Material

Technologies

Composite Materials

Product Families

Composite Materials — Core Materials

Foam Cores

Features & Benefits

Materials Features

Excellent Mechanical Strength,

High Density,

High Rigidity,

High Strength to Weight Ratio,

Light Weight,

Water Resistant

Advantages

• Excellent Strength-to-Weight ratio
• Foam Reinforced with fiberglass increases mechanical properties
• Lightweight - 30% Lighter Than Marine Plywood
• Closed Cell Cross-Linked Polymer Foam will not absorb water
• Will Not Rot...Excellent Replacement for Wood

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Building & Construction

Applications

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Structural Components

Building & Construction — Infrastructure, Roads & Paving

Pavement, Highways, Roads & Bridges

Automotive & Transportation — Transportation

Marine

Composites End Use

Deck Panels,

Structural Components

Composites Processing Methods

Injection Molding

Applications

• Boat Transom
• Boat Stringers
• Boat Bulkheads
• Boat Decking
• Boat Structural Fabrication
• Ice Decking
• Deerblind Flooring
• Substation Houses

Properties

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
"R" Factor (for 1" (x2-2"))	2.78-2.50	—	—
Coefficient of Linear Expansion	4	105in/in/°F	ASTM D696
Compressive Modulus	22300	psi	—
Compressive Strength	890	psi	—
Density	208 - 288	kg/m³	—
Dielectric Constant	1.3	—	ASTM D1673
Dissipation Factor (at 20°C and 1 meg)	0.0055	—	—
Flexural Modulus	36200	psi	—
Flexural Strength	1170	psi	—
K" Factor Thermal Conductivity	0.36-0.40	BTU/ft2/hr/°F/in	ASTM D2326
Max Service Temperature	93	°C	—
Shear Modulus	4300	psi	—
Shear Strength	350	psi	—
Tensile Modulus	18000	psi	—
Tensile Strength	640	psi	—
Water Absorption (by vol. (96 hrs))	0.4	%	ASTM D2842

Technical Details & Test Data

Flex Test Chart

U20 -Unreinforced 20 lb/ft³ (320 kg/m³) Material

Tests were performed on a 17" (431.8 mm) long and 1-1/2" (38.1 mm) thick KAY‑CEL samples with the above physical properties.

The chart above shows how Fiberglass reinforcement increases the strength of KAY‑CEL CORE by 300%.

Water Absorption Test

The chart above shows how marine plywood loses 60% of its strength after being submerged for 24 hours

Storage & Handling

Handling Information

• Store Kay-Cel Core material indoors or protect from sunlight.
• Can be cut with normal woodworking tools.
• Wear dust mask, eye protection, and gloves when cutting.
• Can be use with a wide variety of resins.
• Do Not burn material.
• Best practices:
  • Maintain dry, clean surface for maximum bonding.
  • Pre-wet boards with resin before applying fiberglass.
  • Remove any release agensts or shiny spots before bonding.