These data were obtained by ASTM D-461 Test Methods, ASTM D-2475 Standards, and NTA Wool Felt Specifications.
F-1 Specification and Uses
Commercial Standard Grade 16R1
SAE Number F-1
NTA Number 34R1
GENERAL PROPERTIES
Wool Content (fiber basis) min. 95%
Density (1") 16.00 lbs/sq yd
Standard Thickness Range 1/8" to 1"
Standard Width 60"
Color White
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity 34%
Therm. Cond. (70F) 0.36 btu / hr / sq ft / °F / in.
Thermal Expansion 0
Air Perm (1/16") 30-Oct cfm/sq ft/0.5" H2O
**Liquid Absorption >175% by weight (1.0 sp gr)
** by volume 74
Capillarity (wicking height, 575 SSU, 70F) 4
Coefficient of Friction (1) 0.37
** Vibration Absorption (2) static load bearing cap/unit area High
Dynamic stress endurance High
Noise Reduction Coef (1") 0.50
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Tensile Strength (min) 500 psi
Elongation (100 psi) 13 %
Mullen Bursting Strength (1/8") 250 psi
Split Resistance (min) 33 lb/2" width
Hardness Range 30-40 Shore A
Compressibility (10% defl), psi 21
Recovery (within 1 min after 10% defl) % 99
Abrasion Resistance (3) Excellent
CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROPERTIES
Effect of Sunlight and Oxidation None
Solvent Resistance and Stability in Oil Excellent
Acid Resistance, dilute Excellent
Concentrated Good-fair
Alkali Resistance, dilute Fair
Concentrated Low
Temperature Range, °F -80 to +200
TYPICAL USES
Bearing seals, ink rolls, polishing, printing pads, lubricator wicks, and precision uses where high grade felt with good appearance and durability is desired.