Vulcanized Fibre Washer

Vulcanized Fibre is a laminated plastic composed of natural cellulose. Vulcanzied Flat Fibre Washers made from this material is an excellent alternative in many applications. One of the first plastics ever developed. Vulcanized Fibre is a tough, resilient material that is lighter than aluminum, tougher than leather, stiffer than most thermoplastics. Standard Colors available are Red, Black, White and Grey. Other colors are available upon request.

All Washers are available in English and Metric Units.

• Good Impact Resistance
• High Tear Strength and Smooth
• Abrasion Resistant Surface
• Can be punched with excellent results
• Good Arc and Track Resistance
• U.L. 94HB Flammability rating
• Impervious to most organic solvents, oils, and petroleum derivatives
• Vulcanized Fibre Flat Washers
• Vulcanized Fibre is an excellent choice for use in oil

Typical Properties of Vulcanized Fibre

General Properties (HB-77)ThicknessCommercial GradeElectrical GradeDensity (min.)1/16″1.15 g/cm31.10 g/cm3Tensile Strength1/16″13.5 kpsi0.015″ @15 kpsiFlexural Strength1/16″20 kpsi-Compressive Strength1/16″35 kpsi-Izod Impact Strength1/16″2.3 ft-lbs./in-Mullen Burst Strength0.015″300 psi270 psiDielectric Strength1/16″175 volts/mil300 volts/milArc Resistance1/16″100 seconds-Water Absorption1/16″52%/2hrs.-UL Flammabilityabove 0.030″94HB94HB

Data Supplied by Toyo Fibre

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