These data were obtained by ASTM D-461 Test Methods, ASTM D-2475 Standards, and NTA Wool Felt Specifications.
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F-55 Specification and Uses
Commercial Standard Grade 12R3X
SAE Number F-55
NTA Number 26R3
GENERAL PROPERTIES
Wool Content (fiber basis) min. 75%
Density (1") 12.00 lbs/sq yd
Standard Thickness Range 1/16" to 3/32"
Standard Width 60" to 72"
Color Gray/Black
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Gravity 26%
Therm. Cond. (70F) 0.30 btu/hr/sq. ft./°F/in.
Thermal Expansion 0
Air Perm (1/16") 20-50 cfm/sq ft/0.5"H2O
Liquid Absorption
by volume
>225% by weight (1.0 sp gr)
81
Capillarity (wicking height, 575 SSU, 70F) 3.00
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") 0.58
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Tensile Strength (min) 200 psi
Elongation (100 psi) 25%
Mullen Bursting Strength (1/8") 200 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) Good
CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROPERTIES
Effect of Sunlight and Oxidation None
Solvent Resistance and Stability in Oil Excellent
Acid Resistance, dilute
concentration
Good
Fair
Alkali Resistance, dilute
concentration
Fair
Low
Temperature Range -80 to +200 °F
TYPICAL USES
Antisqueak strips, antidrumming and insulation lining laminated to other materials.