Gillfab® 4030

Overview

Gillfab® 4030 is a semi-structural sandwich panel made from aluminum facings bonded to aluminum honeycomb core.

Applications

The panel is designed for use in aircraft interiors including bulkheads, shelving, and galley panels. The skin thickness, alloy, honeycomb density, and panel thickness can be ordered to meet end use requirements.

Features

High strength-to-weight ratio
Wide selection of cores and facing alloys available for general purpose sandwich panel
Service temperature: -70°F (-56°C) to 160°F (70°C)

Availability

Thickness, inch (mm)	0.125 – 2.00 (3.175 – 50.8)
TGC designation of facing type	4030-Alclad or Bare Aluminum 4030X Anodized Aluminum 4030L Alodined Aluminum 4030H Alodined Aluminum, low heat release 4030C Alodined Al Clad, low heat release and electrical conductive
Facing thickness, inch (mm)	0.010 – 0.100 (0.254 – 2.54)
Length, inch (mm)	Typical 96 (2,438), Maximum 144 (3,658)
Width, inch (mm)	Typical 48 (1,219), Maximum 60 (1,524)
Honeycomb	5052 & 5056 Aluminum light to medium-density core

Construction

Adhesive: Epoxy

Core: Aluminum core (5052 or 5056)

Skin: Aluminum skins (2024-T3 or 7075-T6)

Specifications

DWG F9XJ550042A0
MEP 02-010 Classes I-V
CCS1039
FAR 25.853 and 25.855 Appendix F Part I

Performance Properties, Typical

The following tests are run in accordance with MEP 02-010, ASTM D 7249 (previously C 393), ASTM D 1781 and ASTM C 365.

TGC Part Number		4030-250001AA2D¹	4030-385003CC2P¹	4030-500003CC2P¹	4030-750003CC2P¹	4030-500003CC2N
Skin Thickness, inch (mm)		0.011/0.011 (0.28/0.28)	0.020/0.020 (0.51/0.51)	0.020/0.020 (0.51/0.51)	0.020/0.020 (0.51/0.51)	0.020/0.020 (0.51/0.51)
Skin Type		2024-T3	2024-T3	2024-T3	2024-T3	2024-T3, Anodized
Core Type Cell Size-density-type		3/8-2.3# 5052N	3/8-5.7# 5052N	3/16-5.7# 5052N	3/16-5.7# 5052N	1/8-4.5 # 5052N
Weight, psf (kg/m²)		0.48 (2.34)	0.87 (4.25)	0.94 (4.59)	1.07 (5.22)	0.86 (4.20)
Thickness, inch (mm)		0.250 (6.35)	0.384 (9.75)	0.510 (12.95)	0.745 (18.92)	0.498 (12.65)
Long Beam Bending, lbs (N) 20 inch span	Ribbon direction	143 (636)	511 (2,273)	723 (3,216)	957 (4,257)	609 (2,709)²
Long Beam Bending, lbs (N) 20 inch span	Transverse direction	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	536 (2,384)²
Deflection @100 lbs, inch (@445N, mm)		0.890 (22.6)	0.247 (6.27)	0.134 (3.40)	0.056 (1.42)	N/A
Short Beam Bending, lbs (N) 6 inch span	Ribbon direction	N/A	1,447 (6,437)	1,839 (8,180)	2,603 (11,579)	1,198 (5,329)² 663 (2,92)
Short Beam Bending, lbs (N) 6 inch span	Transverse direction	N/A	895 (3,981)	1,015 (4,515)	1,444 (6,423)
Climbing Drum Peel, in-lbs/3″ width (N/76mm width), Ribbon direction		N/A	95 (422)	99 (440)	97 (431)	84/78 (374/347)³
Core Compression, psi (MPa)		273 (1.88)	1,267 (8.74)	1,154 (7.96)	1,261 (8.69)	677 (4.67)⁴
Flammability		Meet FAR 25.853 App F Part I

¹ Embraer MEP 02-010
² ASTM D 7249 (previously C 393)
³ ASTM D 1781, measurements on the face and back sides.
⁴ ASTM C 365

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® 4030

Overview

Applications

Features

Availability

Construction

Specifications

Performance Properties, Typical

Health Precautions

Disclaimer

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