Technical Specifications [Syntal Products (Victoria) Ltd.]


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Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties

Test Method
Typical Values

Density ASTM D1895 0.88 G/cm³

Flexural Strength ASTM D790 2,800 PSI

Flexural Modulus of Elasticity ASTM D790 140,000 PSI

Compressive Strength ASTM D198 3,750 PSI

Tensile Strength ASTM D638 1,433 PSI

Shear Strength ASTM D143 1,116 PSI

Impact Strength
   -30°C (-22°F)
   0°C (32°F)
   + 30°C (86°F) ASTM D143
17.1 kJ/m²
12.9 kJ/m²
12.3 kJ/m²

Hardness (Rockwell) ASTM D785 3.8 R

Nail Withdrawal (Ring Shank Nails)
   24 Rings Embedded
   20 Rings Embedded
   16 Rings Embedded ASTM F680
272 kg (600 lbs)
222 kg (490 lbs)
163 kg (360 lbs)

Bolt Withdrawal
   4" Bolt
   6" Bolt ASTM F680
545 kg (1200 lbs)
908 kg (2000 lbs)

Water Absorption (Sanded) ASTM D1037 0.045%

Water Absorption (Unsanded) ASTM D1037 0.026%

Form Stability Under Heat DIN 53461 68.7°C (155.7°F)

Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (Celcius) ASTM D696 1.16x10-4

Coefficient of Friction (Static) ASTM D2394 0.293

Coefficient of Friction (Sliding) ASTM D2394 0.223

Ignition Temperature ASTM D1929 328°C (622.4°F)

Fungal Growth Resistance USMS 508.3 Not Supported

Bacterial Growth Resistance ASTM G22 Not Supported

Ultraviolet Resistance SPECT 0.0005" per Year