GPO-3 Thermoset
Thermoset sheet material that consists of polyester resin with glass reinforcement
GPO-3 is a glass reinforced thermoset polyester sheet material. GPO-3 is strong, stiff, dimensionally stable, and impact resistant. The material also has excellent electrical properties including flame, arc, and track resistance. It is widely used for electrical insulating applications. GPO-3 is also used for mechanical applications where strength, stiffness, dimensional stability, and relatively low cost are required.
Tech Tip– Like many glass reinforced thermoset sheet materials, GPO-3 is somewhat abrasive on tooling during machining operations.
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STANDARD SIZES
| SHEET |
Dimensions:
36 in x 72 in – 48 in x 96 in |
Thickness:
0.031 in – 2.0 in |
OPTIONS AVAILABLE
| COLOR |
Red |
Length, width, thickness, and diameter tolerances vary by size, by manufacturer, brand, and grade. Custom sizes available upon request.
Typical properties OF GPO-3 THERMOSET
| |
UNITS |
ASTM TEST |
GP0-3
(GLASS POLYESTER) |
| Specific gravity |
|
D792 |
1.80 |
| Tensile strength (CW) |
psi |
D638 |
8,000 - 11,000 |
| Flexural strength (CW) |
psi |
D790 |
18,000 - 25,000 |
| Flexural modulus |
psi |
D790 |
1,500,000 |
| Compressive strength |
psi |
D695 |
30,000 - 35,000 |
| Izod impact (notched, CW) |
ft-lbs/in of notch |
D256 |
8.0 - 9.5 |
| Water absorption (immersion 24 hours) |
% |
D229 |
0.20 |
Values may vary according to brand name. Please ask your Curbell Plastics representative for more specific information about an individual brand.
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