Gillfab® 1042

Overview

Gillfab® 1042 is a heat resistant laminate made from phenolic resin with fiberglass cloth reinforcement with smooth bondable faces intended for both laminate and sandwich construction.

Applications

The laminate is designed for general purpose aircraft interior applications, usually as facing on sandwich panels or for shim stock.

Features

Low smoke emission in a fire
Abrasion resistant
Smooth, bondable face side for polyvinyl fluoride film overlay
Can be painted with proper surface treatment
Service temperature: -150°F to 300°F (-101°C to 149°C)

Availability

Thickness, inch (mm)	0.010 (0.254) and up to 0.750 (19.05),in multiples of 0.005 (0.127)
Length, inch (mm)	Typical 96 (2,438), Maximum 144 (3,658)
Width, inch (mm)	Typical 48 (1,219), Maximum 72 (1,829)

Construction

Resin: Phenolic resin

Reinforcement: Woven fiberglass cloth

Specifications

McDonnell Douglas DMS 1558L, Ty II
FAR 25.853 and 25.855. Fire resistance

Alternative Gill Products

TGC Product No.	Difference
Gillfab® 1002	Phenolic/woven fiberglass laminate for high temperature application, service temperature up to 500°F (260°C).
Gillfab® 1342	Phenolic/woven fiberglass laminate. Similar construction with peel ply intended for bonding of sandwich construction.

Performance Properties, Typical

TGC Part Number		1042-060	1042-125
Weight, psf (kg/m²)		0.66 (3.22)	0.95 (4.64)
Flexural Strength, Warp/Fill, ksi (Mpa)	– After 2 hr boiling	74 (510)¹ 72 (496)¹	91 (627)/73 (503) N/A
Flexural Modulus, Warp/Fill, msi (Gpa)	– After 2 hr boiling	3.2 (22)¹ 3.1 (21)¹	4.5 (31)/4.1 (28) N/A
Tensile Strength, Warp/Fill, ksi (Mpa)	– After 2 hr boiling	45 (310)¹ 45 (310)¹	63 (434)/53(365) N/A
Tensile Modulus, msi (Gpa)	– After 2 hr boiling	3.2 (22)¹ 3.1 (21)¹	N/A N/A
Compressive Strength, ksi (Mpa)	– After 2 hr boiling	45 (310) 42 (290)	N/A N/A
Impact, in-lbs (N-m)		45 (5.08)	N/A
Resin Content, %		N/A	29
Barcol Hardness²		N/A	79
Smoke Emission, Ds		4	N/A
Flammability		Meets FAR 25.853 and 855 App F Part I	Meets FAR 25.853 and 855 App F Part I
Water absorption, %		0.25³	N/A
Thermal Expansion, 10^-5 °C		1.5-3.0³	N/A
Taber Abrasion resistance loss/1,000 cycle CS10 wheel, grams (lbs)		0.05 (1.1×10^-4)	N/A
Dielectric Strength, Volts/mil		350-500	N/A
Dielectric Constant, cps		5-7	N/A
Dissipation factor, cps		0.04-0.05	N/A

¹Measure on warp direction
²Barcol hardness is a relative hardness measurement without unit
³Based on a 0.010″ 1042 laminate sample

Figures shown reflect typical values and should not be used as design specifications.

Health Precautions

This product is safe to use and apply when recommended precautions are followed. Before using this product, read and understand the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), which provides information on health, physical and environmental hazards, handling precautions and first aid recommendations. For industrial use only. Keep away from children. Additional information can be found at: www.thegillcorp.com. For sales and ordering information call 1-626-443-6094.

Disclaimer

All recommendations, statements, values and technical data herein are based on tests The Gill Corporation believes to be reliable and correct, but accuracy and completeness of said tests are not guaranteed and are not to be construed as a warranty, either expressed or implied. Users shall rely on their own information and tests to determine suitability of the product for the intended use and assume all risks and liability resulting from their use of the product. The Gill Corporation’s sole responsibility shall be to replace that portion of the product that proves to be defective. The Gill Corporation will not be liable to the buyer or any third person for any injury, loss or damage directly or indirectly resulting from use of, or inability to use, the product. Recommendations or statements not contained in a written agreement signed by an officer of The Gill Corporation shall not be binding upon The Gill Corporation. Alcopan™, Alphex®, CGH® Dura-Core®, Gillfab®, Gillfloor®, Gilliner®, Gillite®, Gillfists®, GillVANA®, Higrid®, Hushgrid®, PAA-Core®, Plygrid®, Shapegrid®, Strikegrid®, Trussgrid® are registered trademarks of The Gill Corporation.

Gillfab® 1042

Overview

Applications

Features

Availability

Construction

Specifications

Alternative Gill Products

Performance Properties, Typical

Health Precautions

Disclaimer

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