Table 7

Characteristics of SPI2 optimal fiberboard, and comparison with values recommended in NF EN 312.

Characteristic SPI2 Type P11 Type P22 Type P33 Type P44 Type P55 Type P66 Type P77
Flexural strength MPa) 37.3 ± 0.7 11.5 min 12.0 min 14.0 min 16.0 min 19.0 min 20.0 min 21.0 min
Elastic modulus (GPa) 4.6 ± 0.2 None 1.95 min 1.95 min 2.20 min 2.45 min 2.90 min 3.10 min
Internal bond strength (MPa) 0.85 ± 0.02 0.31 min 0.45 min 0.50 min 0.45 min 0.45 min 0.65 min 0.75 min
TS (%) 169 ± 16 None None 20 max 21 max 14 max 16 max 10 max
1

Panels for general use in dry environments.

2

Panels for interior fittings (including furniture) used in dry environments.

3

Non-working panels used in humid environments.

4

Load bearing panels for use in dry environments.

5

Load bearing panels for use in humid environments.

6

Panels used under high stress in dry environments.

7

Panels used under high stress in humid environments.

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