Balsa core material for composites Alcan Airex AG
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A core material produced from certified kiln-dried balsa wood in the 'end-grain' configuration. The properties of balsa make it ideal as a core for sandwich construction. It has extremely high strength and stiffness to weight ratios, and achieves an excellent bond with all types of resins and adhesives. It is compatible with a variety of manufacturing processes and is resistant to temperature changes, or exposure to fire, or chemicals such as styrene. It is an ideal core material for an extensive range of applications. All while being a renewable resource.

- extremely high strength and stiffness to weight ratios
- excellent fire performance
- ecological product
- wide operating temperature range (-212°C to +163°C, -414°F to +325°F)
- excellent fatigue resistance
- good sound and thermal insulation
- high impact strength
- good moisture resistance

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