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Compact HPL black core

High pressure compact laminate in standard quality and the classification CGS acc. to EN 438-4.
With black core of several impregnated cellulose layers and melamine impregnated decorative surface on both sides.

Field of application

  • Wet areas, including swimming baths, bathrooms, saunas, shower cubicles, doors, partition walls in sanitary and wet areas. Interior finishing in hospitals, laboratories and veterinary surgeries. Stair handrails and vehicle construction.

Compact HPL black core

Sizes in mm Thickness in mm Textures
Length Width
2,750 1,860 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 15 01 | 06 | 22 | 33 | 40 | 47 | 49
2,750 2,020 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 15 01 | 04 | 06 | 22 | 33 | 40 | 47 | 49

Product standard

  • EN 438-4

Core material

  • Compact laminate (black)
  • Highly impact and moisture-resistant phenolic solid laminate, decorative black coloured.

Density

  • 1,500 kg/m³ ± 10 % (ISO 1183)

Reaction to fire

  • normally inflammable
  • B2 (DIN 4102-1)
  • 2 mm — 5 mm: not classified (EN 13501-1)
  • 6 mm — 15 mm: D-s2,d0 (EN 13501-1, CWFT)

EC scope

  • EN 438-7

Formaldehyde emission class

  • E1 (EN 717-1)

Chemical resistance

  • Resistant to organic solvents, weak acids, petrol and oil. (EN 438-2)

Cleaning and care

  • The surface can be cleaned with water and gentle cleaning agents. To remove stubborn stains, please observe the recommendations in the data sheet "Cleaning of HPL surfaces".

Product safety

  • The surface is physiologically safe, and approved for direct contact with food.
  • The decorative surface and the core consists of paper layers that are impregnated with thermosetting resins. The resins harden completely during the manufacturing process by heat and high pressure. They form a stable, resistant and non-reactive material.
  • We manufacture the panels without the use of halogens, heavy metals, preservatives, wood protectors or organic solvents.
  • This product is following the REACH regulation EG 1907/2006 an article. Following Article 7 it needs not to be registered.
  • The material is not rated as hazardous material.

Special

  • Other textures on request.
  • Slight colour differences to HPL without overlay and to melamine faced boards are possible on wood and stone reproductions, as well as on fantasy designs.
  • Specially with light designs slight colour variations to melamine face boards in double paper construction are possible. Please contact us if a combination of both materials is required.
  • Because for production technical reasons there can be slight colour variations of the black coloured core.

Downloads

Technical details

564.95 kB | Download pdf

Chemical resistance of HPL

110.51 kB | Download pdf

Cleaning of HPL surfaces

74.03 kB | Download pdf

Fire behavior of decorative high pressure laminates (HPL)

141.32 kB | Download pdf

Compact HPL black core

Certificates

EC Declaration of Conformity

167.03 kB | Download pdf

Certificate of compliance: Proove of food harmless

1.08 MB | Download pdf

Compact HPL black core

Machines and tools

  • Can be worked with carbide tipped tools on conventional woodworking machines.

Fitting technology

  • All conventional removable and non-removable fittings for solid wood and wood materials are suitable.

Installation and assembly

  • Sufficient conditioning is required prior to installation. The premises themselves need to be air-conditioned according to the future use. Once installed a good rear ventilation as well as well a balanced climate must be ensured.
  • Please ensure that the material is processed and fitted correctly and using the best available technology.

Storage and handling

  • On all level surfaces (e.g. pallets), in dry, vented rooms.

Disposal

  • Energy recovery is recommended.

Downloads

Formed compact elements

3.22 MB | Download pdf

The processing and use of HPL Compact Sheets

466.88 kB | Download pdf

Use of Decorative Laminates in wet and damp areas

1.02 MB | Download pdf

High Pressure Laminates (HPL) in bathrooms

3.18 MB | Download pdf

Compact HPL black core

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