Block Board

IS:1659

Plywood

Gupta Agro Co. Block boards are stable firm and strong enough to cope with the requirements of tough interior and exterior needs. These block boards are available in MR and BWP grade bonded with superior grade condensed Phenol Formaldehyde (PF) synthetic resin (as per IS: 848:1974).

It is formulated by resin, which on being poisoned by specific chemicals makes the board resistant to termite and other wood destroying elements.

You can also ask for the 7 Layers & 9 Layers BLACK CLUB block board with alternate combinations of core veneers. This structure renders better strength properties and balanced construction, making the BLACK CLUBblock board much superior than any other ordinary block.

TECHNICAL DETAILS (IS : 1659)
PROPERTY REQUIREMENT RESULT
Moisture Content 5-15% 6-10%
Change caused by Humidity Not more than + 1 mm Less than 0.6 mm
Adhesion of Plies Excellent Excellent
Water Resistant 3 hrs. at 600C+20C
72 hrs. at 1000C
More than 12 hrs. at 80C
Mycological Test 1 cycle of 21 days Can under go 3 cycles of 21 days
each without any edge separation

Modulus of Rupture Average

Min. Individual

 40 / 50 N/mm2

34 / 42 N/mm2

 45 / 55 N/mm2

42 / 48 N/mm2

Modulus of Elasticity Average

Min. Individual

 4000 / 5000 N/mm2

3400 / 4200 N/mm2

4500 / 5500 N/mm2

4200 / 4800 N/mm2