Moisture content: 8 to 12%
Glue shear strength (dry): > 150 Kgf
Glue shear strength (wet): > 110 Kgf
Adhesion of plies: Excellent
Water absorption: Below 1%
Nail holding strength: Above 100 Kgf
Screw holding strength: Above 200 Kgf
MOE (modulus of elasticity)
Along the face grain: >5200 N/mm2
Across the face grain: > 3500 N/mm2
MOR (modulus of rupture)
Along the face grain: >50 N/mm2
Across the face grain: > 30 N/mm2
Density: 0.55 gm/cm3