Glass melamine is made from woven glass fabric coated with melamine resin. Melamine is a compound used in the production of plastic products. It’s known for its resistance to alkali solutions, heat, flame, and arc. Glass melamine laminate qualifies for MIL-I-24768/1 and NEMA G9. It has many uses, such as electrical equipment, slot wedges, and switchgears.
Two types of glass melamine exist — G-5 and G-9.
G-5 glass melamine is an older type of material that permits higher levels of water absorbtion. G-9 has largely replaced it. Products and drawings will occasionally note G-5 material, which is interchangeable with G-9.
G-9 glass melamine is a composite laminate made from continuous filament glass cloth and a melamine resin binder. It’s a hard material that is flame and arc resistant. It maintains its electrical insulative strength even in wet or humid conditions. It machines well, has good dimensional stability, and offers high mechanical strength.
G-9 glass melamine can withstand temperatures up to 140 degrees Celsius (284 degrees Fahrenheit).
The physical properties of G-9 are:
The dissipation factor of G-9 at 106 cycles, Condition A, is 0.015. The dielectric constant is 7.00, and its electric strength, V/MIL condition A, is 450.
Glass melamine is available in several stock shapes and sizes. As the primary supplier of thermoset composite materials in North America, Atlas Fibre is proud to offer a selection of forms:
G-9’s mechanical properties make it a good choice for humid or wet conditions. It’s often used in electronic or electrical applications. Some common uses for glass melamine include:
If you need a thermoset composite material that resists heat, flame and arc, G-9 glass melamine might be the right option. If you are still unsure, our team can help you decide. We act as a resource center and work with our customers to help them select the most appropriate materials based on their project needs. Contact us today for a quote and to learn more about the uses and benefits of G-9 glass melamine.
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