Norplex-Micarta RTB320X

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

Good Electrical Properties,

Good Machinability,

Smooth Surface Finish

Applications & Uses

Markets

Industrial

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Equipment & Parts

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Bearings

Properties

Physical Form

Tube

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD)	1.29	—	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)	1.2	%	ASTM D570
Acetone Extraction (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	max. 1.0	%	ASTM F2953-12
Tensile Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	10000	psi	ASTM D638
Compressive Strength (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	30000	psi	ASTM D695
Compressive Modulus (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Condition A)	425	kpsi	ASTM D695

Thermal Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Temperature Index (0.75" ID x 1.00" OD, Electrical / Mechanical)	125/125	°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

ASTM F2953-12,

IEC PF CC 21,

MIL-I-24768/13 Type FBE,

NEMA LE