These data were obtained by ASTM D-461 Test Methods, ASTM D-2475 Standards, and NTA Wool Felt Specifications.
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F-51 Specification and Uses
Commercial Standard Grade 16R3X
SAE Number F-51
NTA Number 34R3
GENERAL PROPERTIES
Wool Content (fiber basis) min. 92%
Density (1") 15.60 lbs/sq yd
Standard Thickness Range 3/64" to 3/32"
Standard Width 60" to 72"
Color Gray
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity 34%
Therm. Cond. (70F) 0.32 btu/hr/sq. ft./°F/in.
Thermal Expansion 0
Air Perm (1/16") 15-40 cfm/sq ft/0.5"H2O
Liquid Absorption
by volume
>170% by weight (1.0 sp gr)
75
Capillarity (wicking height, 575 SSU, 70F) 4.00
Coef of Friction (1) 0.37
Vibration Absorption (2)
static load bearing cap/unit area
dynamic stress endurance

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Noise Reduction Coef (1") 0.55
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Tensile Strength (min) 300 psi
Elongation (100 psi) 9%
Mullen Bursting Strength (1/8") 225 psi
Split Resistance (min) -- lb/2" width
Hardness Range -- Shore A
Compressibility (10% defl) -- psi
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
concentration
Excellent
Fair-Good
Alkali Resistance, dilute
concentration
Fair
Low
Temperature Range -80 to +200 °F
TYPICAL USES
Gaskets, liners, bearing seals, where precision tolerances, life and quality are not as exacting.