Custom CNC Machined Phenolic Parts

Total Lab Solutions offers CNC-controlled processing and precision panel cutting in Max Phenolic Resin Boards. With state-of-the-art machinery and devices, we specialize in the CNC machining of laboratory-grade FunderMax phenolic resin panels, producing everything from simple mounting cutouts to intricate milling for railing panels and custom component assemblies. Anything you can dream up can be made in Max Phenolic materials.

We are pleased to introduce specialty CNC programming and processing of Solid Phenolic resin panels engineered for dimensional stability, strength, and durability. Produced by applying high heat and extreme pressure to multiple stacked layers of kraft materials impregnated with synthetic thermoset phenolic resins, these dense composite panels polymerize into flat sheets that machine to close working tolerances. Panels remain exceptionally flat under heavy loads and can easily withstand hundreds of pounds of pressure from weighted materials.

Capabilities

• Precision cutouts, channel grooves, and notch milling
• Radius corners, beveled edges, and smooth edge profiles
• Holding of ferrule inserts and countersinks for recessed fasteners and screw-holding requirements
• Close-tolerance, accurate machining on automated 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis mills, lathes, and high-speed routers
• Custom fabricated production parts made to order with no minimum requirements

Advantages

• Close tolerances, excellent machinability, and non-warping, stable, flat materials
• Tremendous screw-holding power and structural strength
• Very low coefficient of thermal expansion and very low moisture absorption
• Flame retardant with superior dielectric performance, ideal for high-humidity and electromechanical environments
• Lower cost alternative to other engineered materials for today's advancing technologies

Industry Applications

• Semiconductor & Electronics: Circuit board holders, terminal boards, and other electrical equipment assemblies requiring high dielectric strength and insulation.
• Defense & Marine: Components meeting and exceeding stringent Mil-Spec standards for aerospace and marine conditions.
• Medical & Diagnostics: Diagnostic equipment, medical devices, and intricate machined parts requiring high chemical resistance and low moisture absorption.
• Aerospace: High impact strength and reliable dimensional stability for specialized aerospace components.

Best Used In

• Robotics work tables, automation stations, and intricate robotics components
• Laser tables and microscope tables
• Pneumatics, cleanroom, and ESD environments
• Computer monitoring workstations and professional or classroom applications

Availability & Options

Custom production parts are made-to-order with no minimum order quantity.
Standard panel thicknesses available: 1/4", 1/2", 3/4", and 1" (6, 13, 19, and 25 mm).
Black Phenolic is the industry standard, with colored phenolic available upon special order.

Summary

Uses are not limited to only switchgear components or terminal boards, etc., where weight and electrical isolation, matter the most. The aerospace and military defense industry use the machined parts for washers, structural insulators, bushings etc. It's also a popular choice in industrial equipment for gears, cams, and wear strips, with a growing market for Robotics and other high end uses. See below some recent fabrications and detailed drawings showing the vast capability of Phenolic resin panels.Lower cost, close tolerances, machinability, non-warping, stable and flat materials for today's advancing technologies.

Contact us today for price quotation and availability - Thicknesses' available are 1/4" 1/2" 3/4" or 1" (6; 13, 19 and 25mm). Phenolic resin with colored surface, good two sides, or with CTC - same Color Thru the Core, is available on special order, with Black Phenolic being the Industry Standard.

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