Hardboard (3.2mm, 4.8mm, 6.4mm)
Pending Classification
ATLAS CODE
COM-TBC-FSP-004
Category composite
Material Family Timber-Based Composite
Regulatory Status Not specified
Density
1050 kg/m3
Carbon (A1-A5)
Not specified kgCO2e/m²
Fire Class
Not specified
Lifespan
Not specified years
Description
Hardboard is a dense fibreboard produced by compressing wood fibres into thin, high-density sheets. It provides a hard, smooth surface with good strength for its thickness.
Typical Uses
- composite applications
Recycled Content Not specified
Renewable Content Not specified
Recyclability Not specified
Embodied Carbon Not specified kgCO2e/m²
Embodied Energy Not specified MJ/kg
EPD Available Yes
Advantages
composite material benefits
Cautions
Data completion in progress
TECHNICAL DATA: PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES COM-TBC-FSP-004
Density (Dry) 1050 kg/m3
Specific Gravity Not specified
Porosity Not specified %
Water Absorption Not specified %
Hardness Not specified Janka
Surface Roughness Not specified μm Ra
UV Resistance Not specified
Chemical Resistance Not specified
pH Tolerance Not specified pH
Compressive Strength Not specified MPa
Tensile Strength Not specified MPa
Flexural Strength 40 MPa
Shear Strength 1.2 MPa
Elastic Modulus 4000 MPa
Yield Strength Not specified MPa
Impact Resistance Not specified J/m²
Bearing Capacity Not specified kN/m²
Poisson's Ratio Not specified
Creep Resistance Not specified
Abrasion Resistance Not specified cycles
Thermal Conductivity Not specified W/mK
Thermal Resistance Not specified m²K/W
Specific Heat Capacity Not specified J/kgK
Thermal Expansion Not specified ×10⁻⁶/K
Melting Point N/A °C
Ignition Temperature Not specified °C
Sound Transmission Class (STC) Not specified STC
Noise Reduction Coeff. (NRC) Not specified
Optical
Light Transmittance Not specified %
Light Reflectance (LRV) Not specified %
Solar Reflectance (SRI) Not specified
Historic development analysis required for hardboard manufacturing, including evolution from William Mason's wet process invention in 1924 to modern production methods, market adoption patterns, and applications in Australian building industry.
SAFETY, ECOLOGY & INSTALLATION COM-TBC-FSP-004
Flame Spread Index Not specified FSI
Smoke Developed Index Not specified SDI
Combustibility Class Not specified
Ignition Temperature Not specified °C
Fire Resistance Rating Not specified minutes
Heat Release Rate Not specified kW/m²
Toxicity of Combustion Not specified
Embodied Carbon (A1-A3) Not specified kgCO2e/m²
Embodied Energy Not specified MJ/kg
Water Footprint Not specified L/kg
EPD Available Not specified
Recycled Content Not specified %
Renewable Content Not specified %
LEED Points Not specified points
Circular Economy Score Not specified /10
VOC Emissions Not specified μg/m³h
Skill Level Not specified
Crew Size Not specified people
Installation Time Not specified hours/m²
Curing Time Not specified hours
Setting Time Not specified hours
Temperature Range Not specified °C
Humidity Range Not specified % RH
Required Tools
Fine-tooth saw for clean cutsRouter for edge finishingDrilling equipment for fastenersContact cement or adhesive application toolsRoller for adhesive applicationClamps for lamination applications
Certifications Required
Basic carpentry skillsAdhesive application training (for laminating applications)
Weather Limitations
Protection required from moisture during storage and installationAvoid high humidity conditionsTemperature considerations for adhesive applications
COMMERCIAL, LOGISTICS & REGULATORY COM-TBC-FSP-004
Material Cost Not specified AUD/m²
Installation Cost Not specified AUD/m²
Annual Maintenance Not specified AUD/m²/year
Lifecycle Cost (50yr) Not specified AUD/m²
Market Availability Not specified
Lead Time Not specified days
Design Life Not specified years
Warranty Period Not specified years
Maintenance Interval Not specified years
Service Temp Range Not specified °C
Freeze/Thaw Resistance Not specified cycles
Dimensional Stability Not specified mm/m
DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.