These data were obtained by ASTM D-461 Test Methods, ASTM D-2475 Standards, and NTA Wool Felt Specifications.
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F-13 Specification and Uses
Commercial Standard Grade 9R4
SAE Number F-13
NTA Number 18R3
GENERAL PROPERTIES
Wool Content (fiber basis) min. 75%
Density (1") 8.48 lbs/sq yd
Standard Thickness Range 1/8" to 1"
Standard Width 72"
Color Gray
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity 18%
Therm. Cond. (70F) 0.24 btu/hr/sq. ft./°F/in.
Thermal Expansion 0
Air Perm (1/16") 75-150 cfm/sq ft/0.5"H2O
Liquid Absorption
by volume
>350% by weight (1.0 sp gr)
88
Capillarity (wicking height, 575 SSU, 70F) 2.50
Coef of Friction (1) 0.37
Vibration Absorption (2)
static load bearing cap/unit area
dynamic stress endurance

Low
Low
Noise Reduction Coef (1") 0.64
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Tensile Strength (min) 75 psi
Elongation (100 psi) 37%
Mullen Bursting Strength (1/8") 50 psi
Split Resistance (min) 2 lb/2" width
Hardness Range 15-25 Shore A
Compressibility (10% defl) 3 psi
Recovery (within 1 min after 10% defl) 99%
Abrasion Resistance (3) Fair
CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROPERTIES
Effect of Sunlight and Oxidation None
Solvent Resistance and Stability in Oil Excellent
Acid Resistance, dilute
concentration
Fair
Fair
Alkali Resistance, dilute
concentration
Fair
Low
Temperature Range -80 to +200 °F
TYPICAL USES
Grease and oil retention, protective lining and insulation for freight cars, trucks, dunnage, uses similar to 9R2 and 9R3 where less durability and lower grade felt is acceptable.