Phenolic Laminate Ramp Surface
Redz ramp surface panels are based on a kraft paper carrier.
Phenolic laminate ramp surface. Phenolic plastic toilet partitions. The basic formula has been in existence for over two decades. Skatelite is the world s leading manufacturer of ramp surfaces used by the top skaters bmx riders action sports camps and competitions. This durable product will outlast the constantday to day impact from skate.
When you add up all of these secondary charges and the endless labor involved it s a lot of wasted cash and back pain that could have been saved by spending a few more dollars on pressure treated lumber and plywood mentioned above and a phenolic laminate ramp surface. We used 18mm wirefaced phenolic ply on all flat surfaces including flatbanks and funbox ramps and 6mm on curved surfaces over two thicknesses of 6mm marine ply. This paper is impregnated with a modified phenolic resin and laminated to provide a homogeneous board. Phenolic plastics are synthetic resins made from condensed phenol and formaldehyde and bound together by a base material.
Phenolic and scrc have a higher surface wear indicating a lower abrasion resistance than hdpe. Many failing plywood ramp surfaces are resurfaced with steel or a phenolic fiber laminate. Hdpe has the best abrasion resistance with the lowest surface wear. Phenolic solid and laminated plastics are three of the most common types used in partitions.
When i attached breadboard ends with glue and brads i noticed the phenolic coating scratched easily and rubbed off with hand tools. Each has its own unique advantages and disadvantages which we will discuss further in this piece. All side panels are 18mm marine ply painted. Skatelite is produced by richlite a manufacturer of surface materials for aerospace and industrial purposes since 1943.
With gator skins we ve simply taken a proven product applied superior chemistry and achieved a much higher level of performance. Layers of paper are saturated with phenolic resin then pressed and cured. I bought the product so i could fabricate a new top for my router table. How durable the surface.
The test performed mimics the surface abrasion that would result from normal handling cleaning or polishing. Once the surface of phenolic or scrc have been scratched or worn stains may be more difficult to remove and some may. Phenolic laminate ramp surface. Fast smooth strong redz ramp surface is the premium ramp surface for skateparks and back yard ramps.
It s clearly not as robust as laminate but the underlying plywood is easier to work and more robust than mdf. Marine ply however good will always fray under use with thousands of tiny splinters making a furry surface.