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Gillfab® 5065 is an aircraft grade sandwich panel made from unidirectional fiberglass reinforced epoxy facings bonded to aluminum honeycomb core.
The panel is used for cargo flooring panels in freighter aircraft.
Thickness, inch (mm) | 0.300 (7.62) and 0.400 (10.16) |
Facing thickness, face/back, inch (mm) | 0.030/0.015 (0.762/0.381) |
Width, inch (mm) | Typical 48 (1,219) Maximum 60 (1,524) |
Length, inch (mm) | Typical 96 (2,438) Maximum 144 (3,658) |
Adhesive: Epoxy film
Core: 5052 aluminum core
Facings Reinforcement: Unidirectional fiberglass
Facings Resin System: Epoxy
The following tests are run in accordance with BZZ7002 specification requirements.
TGC Part Number | 5065-300 | 5065-400 |
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Weight, psf (kg/m2) | 0.706 (3.45) | 0.756 (3.69) |
Long Beam Bending, lbs (N) | N/A | 589 (2,620) |
Deflection @ 100 lbs, inch (@ 445N, mm) | 0.896 (22.76) | 0.450 (11.43) |
Panel shear, lbs (N) | 860 (3,826) | 1,127 (5,013) |
Drum Peel, in-lbs/3″ width (N/76mm width), face | 40 (178) | 55 (245) |
Core Compression, psi (N/mm2) | 1,758 (12.12) | 1,542 (10.63) |
Insert Shear, lbs (N)* | 1,696 (7,544) | 1,579 (7,023) |
In-Plane Shear, lbs/in (N/mm) | 580 (102) | 595 (104) |
Impact, in-lbs (Nm) | 120 (13.56) | 133 (15.03) |
Warpage, in/ft | <0.025 | <0.025 |
Indentation | 821 | To be tested |
Flammability | Meets FAR 25.853 & 855 App F Part I |
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Figures shown reflect typical values and should not be used as design specifications.
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.
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.
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