Norplex-Micarta RT342

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Phenols & Phenolics

Fillers Included

Cotton,

Natural Fiber

Polymer Name

Phenolic Compound

Reinforcement Material

Cotton

Technologies

Composite Materials,

Plastics

Product Families

Composite Materials — Parts & Shapes

Plastics — Parts, Shapes & Films

Features & Benefits

Materials Features

Bearing Grade,

Cost Effective,

Good Electrical Properties,

Good Machinability

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Building & Construction,

Industrial

Applications

Automotive & Transportation — Automotive

Chassis & Brake

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Structural Components

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Equipment & Parts

Composites End Use

Gaskets,

Structural Parts,

Washer,

Wheels

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Bearings,

Flanges,

Gaskets,

O Rings,

Thrust Washer

Properties

Physical Form

Tube

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD)	1.3	—	ASTM D792
Rockwell Hardness (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD)	100	M Scale	ASTM D785
Moisture Absorption (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition D1-24/23)	1.8	%	ASTM D570
Tensile Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	7500	psi	ASTM D638
Compressive Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	26000	psi	ASTM D695
Compressive Modulus (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	320	kpsi	ASTM D695

Thermal Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Temperature Index (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Electrical / Mechanical)	130/130	°C	—
Flammability Rating (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	HB	Class	UL Bulletin 94

Electrical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Electric Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	190	Volts/mil	ASTM D149

Regulatory & Compliance

Quality Standards

IEC PF CC 22,

MIL-I-24768/16 Type FBM,

NEMA C