CYB — Graphite-Filled Phenolic

CYB graphite-filled phenolic is a wear-resistant plastic that offers self-lubrication features to help reduce wear. Atlas Fibre proudly manufactures this and a complete range of other phenolic laminates. Explore this material’s properties, benefits, and typical applications to discover its value for your company.

What Is Graphite-Filled Phenolic?

Graphite-filled phenolic combines a phenolic resin binder with a cotton canvas subsurface. During manufacturing, we introduce graphite to the material to deliver the extra lubrication.

Key properties* of CYB graphite-filled canvas phenolic include:

  • Specific gravity: 1.36
  • Maximum temperature: 125° Celsius (257° Fahrenheit)
  • Rockwell hardness on M scale: 105
  • Flexural strength — LW -A 0.125″: >17,000 pound-force per square inch (psi) [117 MegaPascal (MPa)]
  • Flexural strength — CW -A 0.125″: >16,000 psi (110 MPa)
  • Compressive strength, flat-wise: >39,000 psi (270 MPa)
  • Izod impact strength — LW: >1.6
  • Izod impact strength — CW: >1.4
  • Water absorption — .125″: < 1.6%

*Atlas Fibre LLC provides this data as information only and does not imply any warranty for its use or application. Test results for a specific sheet or lot are available for a fee upon request.

Fabrication

CYB graphite-filled laminate is easily machinable with common shop tools and comes in sheet, rod, or tube form.

Benefits of CYB Graphite-Filled Phenolic

This material offers manufacturers numerous benefits, such as:

  • Nonabrasive performance in high-wear environments
  • Less noisy machining and operation than metal materials
  • High strength-to-weight ratio
  • Conductivity for applications where electrical conduction is required
  • Good toughness and mechanical properties
  • High moisture, absorption, temperature, and wear resistance
  • Increased impact strength
  • Chemically inert
  • Excellent flame resistance
  • Lightweight material for additional flexural strength

Material Applications for CYB Graphite-Filled Phenolic

Typical use cases and applications for this wear-resistant plastic include:

  • Storm protection equipment
  • Electrical circuit fabrication
  • Electronic sensors
  • Firearms protection equipment
  • Piston rings, spacers, and gears
  • Fuel cells

Request a Quote on CYB Graphite-Filled Phenolic Sheets

Atlas Fibre is North America’s market-leading manufacturer and supplier of thermoset composite laminate. We keep the continent’s largest material inventory and ship in-stock items the same day to help support consistent production. Our high-quality materials help companies simplify their designs, reduce product weight, improve reliability, and extend service life.

The CYB graphite-filled canvas phenolic we provide may be an ideal choice for applications where high wear resistance and thermal stability are a must. With over 65 years of industry experience, we have the in-depth knowledge to guide you on the material’s suitability for a specific project. Contact an Atlas Fibre specialist to discuss your unique application needs — we’ll help you identify the best solution to meet them.

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