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XXX Paper Phenolic Rods from Ready Plastics are designed for consistent electrical insulation, excellent dimensional stability, and machinability, making them perfect for use in precision insulating parts, spacers, and lightweight structural applications. See technical specifications and more details below.

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Details on XXX Rods


Ready Plastic's XXX Paper Phenolic rods are high-pressure thermoset laminates made from layers of paper impregnated with phenolic resin. Known for their excellent electrical insulating properties, mechanical strength, and moisture resistance, these rods offer a lightweight yet durable solution for various industrial applications. XXX Paper Phenolic rods are commonly used in electrical components, mechanical supports, and structural spacers. Typical applications include bushings, insulating dowels, transformer spacer rods, and wear-resistant parts for mechanical systems.

Technical Specifications


MIL-SPEC: Mil-1-24768/10 Type PBE
NEMA GRADE: XXX SHEET ROD
ASTM-SPEC: ASTM D709

XXX Paper Phenolic Material Properties


Specific Gravity: 1.38
Tensile Strength (psi): 13,000
Comp. Strength: 35,000
Flexural Strength (psi): 22,000
Hardness, M Scale: 101
Bond Strength (psi): 1,200
Shear Strength (psi): 12,800
Dissipation Factor, 10 cycles, Cond A: 0.035
Dielectric Constant 10 cycles, Cond A: 5.10
Electric Strength V/MIL Cond A: 700
Flammability Rating: 94HB
Max. Oper. Temp C/F: 140/284
Coeff. Thermal Exp. IN/IN/C x 10-5: 1.50
Water Absorption %-24 hrs: 0.57
Izod Impact Strength (ft/lb/in) @ 49 C: 0.55