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Norplex-Micarta BR60

BR60 is a black colored composite made from a 24 oz/sq. yd canvas which is passed through the treater twice to insure impregnation of the fibers and to obtain the resin content desired for optimal performance. The resin system is a molybdenum disulfide filled phenolic with good impregnation qualities and cured hardness. BR60 is specifically designed for highly loaded bearing applications, where the lubrication is provided by the molybdenum disulfide. It may have a slightly greenish tint in the finished laminate.

Functions: Laminate

Polymer Name: Phenolic Compound

Reinforcement Material: Cotton

End Uses: Marine Applications

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Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bonding Strength (Condition A, *t₁)952.5kgASTM D229
Bonding Strength (Condition D-48/50, *t₁)907.2kgASTM D229
Compressive Strength (Condition A, Flatwise, *t₁)234.4MpaASTM D695
Flexural Modulus (Conditon A, Crosswise, *t₁)5.6GpaASTM D790
Flexural Modulus (Conditon A, Lengthwise, *t₁)6.5GpaASTM D790
Flexural Strength (Conditon A, Crosswise, *t₁)87.6MpaASTM D790
Flexural Strength (Conditon A, Lengthwise, *t₁)111.7MpaASTM D790
Izod Impact Strength (Condition E-48/50, Crosswise, *t₁)1.54J/cmASTM D256
Izod Impact Strength (Condition E-48/50, Lengthwise,*t₁)3.2J/cmASTM D256
Moisture Absorption (Condition A, *t₁)0.08%ASTM D570
Rockwell Hardness (0.250" Build-up, *t₁)80M ScaleASTM D785
Shear Strength (Condition A, Perpendicular, *t₁)84.1MpaASTM D732
Specific Gravity (*t₁)1.4ASTM D792
Tensile Strength (Conditon A, Crosswise, *t₁)43.4MpaASTM D638
Tensile Strength (Conditon A, Lengthwise, *t₁)70.3MpaASTM D638
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (X-axis, *t₁)26.4 x10⁻⁶in/in/°CIPC-TM 650-2.4.24
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Y-axis, *t₁)39.4 x10⁻⁶in/in/°CIPC-TM 650-2.4.24
Flammability Rating (Condition A, *t₁)HBClassUL Bulletin 94
Temperature Index¹ (Mechanical, *t₁)125°CUL Bulletin 746b
Note
  • 1 This temperature is a recommendation only, and based upon experience in various applications. The maximum operating temperature is dependent upon the application and should be investigated prior to use.
  • *t₁= Thickness tested at 0.500 inch