How much does a chipboard sheet weigh? The specific gravity of chipboard, its types, characteristics, weight and density
Furniture manufacturers who use chipboard as the main material pay attention not only to the dimensions of the chipboard and the thickness of each sheet, but also to its weight. Indicating the quality characteristics of a particular brand of wood-based panels, the manufacturer always provides data on the weight of the product. Most often, weight is indicated in kilograms per 1 square meter plates. Accordingly, how much a chipboard sheet weighs will be quite easy to calculate.
Factors affecting chipboard weight
The total mass of particle board depends on several factors, among which are:
- type of wood used as raw material for chipboard production. Each type of wood has a unique structure and fiber density, which causes differences in the weight of chips and sawdust from pine, linden, oak, etc.
- Density of pressing wood pulp in the process of plate formation. The more air remains between the wood particles mixed with the adhesive, the lighter the final board weight will be.
- the size of each individual chipboard sheet - that is, the number of square meters in one plate. The smaller the length, width and thickness of the plate, the lower its total weight.
Chipboard weight from leading manufacturers
Analyzing the mass of wood-based panels, it can be noted that each manufacturer, depending on the characteristics of its technological process, offers products different weight. In the table below, we have tried to systematize information on the mass of various formats of wood-based panels from leading manufacturers.
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The table shows that the weight of boards with the same format can vary significantly due to the difference in thickness. In addition, wood-based panels of the same thickness, but made by different manufacturers, also have a different weight per 1 square meter.
Thus, the indicator of how much a chipboard sheet weighs depends on many reasons. Experienced furniture manufacturers often focus on its importance when assessing the quality of a chipboard batch. Too much weight of the board may indicate a violation of the drying technology in the production of chipboard, and a board that is too light may turn out to be brittle and brittle.
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Chipboard is a wood particle board. It has a fine structure and is used for construction purposes for the manufacture of furniture. Strict parameters are applicable to chipboard, non-compliance with which can significantly reduce the price and quality of the final product. So, on a plate of the first grade, there should be no damage - blackouts, cracks and breaks. In addition to visible defects, the plate must necessarily meet high criteria - be durable, elastic, moisture resistant and contain a minimum amount of formaldehyde.
Types of chipboard and their physical characteristics
Chipboard is made from wood that is ground, mixed with resin and pressed. Wood is cut in different ways:
Cutting wood with the last two methods implies a rougher structure. During operation, chips and cracks may form. For better bonding of the final product, more resin is added, which, accordingly, increases the density of chipboard.
Today, environmentally friendly products have become popular. Construction Materials. Therefore, manufacturers try to use less resin to bind chips. But, reducing the resin content leads to a decrease in the density of chipboard.
Buyers prefer to purchase a denser material and make products from it. In this case, the products are stronger, they can be easily assembled and disassembled several times without damaging the fasteners. The disadvantage is the rapid wear of the mechanical tool. In addition, it is very difficult to cut such material without fractures. Although eco-fashion is doing its job - eco-friendly furniture and facade elements are becoming more and more popular.
Weight and density of chipboard
| Chipboard thickness | Format | Humidity | Corrosion | Specific weight of chipboard kg/m³ | Scope of application |
| 8 mm | 3060mm x 1830mm 2750mm x 1830mm 2440mm x 1830mm | From 5% to 7% | Up to 0.5mm | 650 - 850 | For construction and repair purposes: floor, ceiling, ceilings. Production of furniture designs. |
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| 16 mm | |||||
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| 22 mm | |||||
| 25 mm | |||||
| 26 mm |
The normal specific gravity of chipboard 16mm and 18mm is within 650 - 850kg / m³, but there are minor deviations from the norm. The greater the specific gravity, the denser the chipboard sheet, and, accordingly, its price is higher. There is a standard at which the weight of a 16 mm chipboard sheet is 58.7 kg, and the weight of a 18 mm chipboard is 71.4 kg. This standard provides structural strength and convenience when working with ground material.
Furniture manufacturers who use chipboard as the main material pay attention not only to the thickness of each sheet, but also to its weight. Indicating the quality characteristics of a particular brand of wood-based panels, the manufacturer always provides data on the weight of the product. Most often, the weight is indicated in kilograms per 1 square meter of the slab. Accordingly, it will be quite easy to calculate.
Factors affecting chipboard weight
The total mass of particle board depends on several factors, among which are:
- the type of wood used as a raw material in the production of chipboard. Each type of wood has a unique structure and fiber density, which causes differences in the weight of chips and sawdust from pine, linden, oak, etc.
- Density of pressing wood pulp in the process of plate formation. The more air remains between the wood particles mixed with the adhesive, the lighter the final board weight will be.
- the size of each individual chipboard sheet - that is, the number of square meters in one plate. The smaller the length, width and thickness of the plate, the lower its total weight.
Chipboard weight from leading manufacturers
Analyzing the mass of wood-based panels, it can be noted that each manufacturer, depending on the characteristics of its technological process, offers products of different weights. In the table below, we have tried to systematize information on the mass of various formats of wood-based panels from leading manufacturers.
| Manufacturer | Plate format, mm | Weight, kg | |
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| per 1 m2 | on the stove | ||
| swisspan | 2440x1830x25 | 16,16 | 72,2 |
| 2440x1830x22 | 14,22 | 63,5 | |
| 2440x1830x18 | 12,82 | 57,2 | |
| 2440x1830x16 | 11,39 | 50,9 | |
| 2750x1830x22 | 14,22 | 71,6 | |
| 2750x1830x18 | 12,82 | 64,5 | |
| 2750x1830x16 | 11,39 | 57,3 | |
| 2750x1830x10 | 7,8 | 39,3 | |
| Egger | 2800x2070x10 | 7,09 | 41,1 |
| 2800x2070x16 | 10,36 | 60,0 | |
| 2800x2070x18 | 11,65 | 67,5 | |
| 2800x2070x19 | 12,3 | 71,3 | |
| 2800x2070x25 | 14,69 | 85,1 | |
The table shows that the weight of boards with the same format can vary significantly due to the difference in thickness. In addition, wood-based panels of the same thickness, but made by different manufacturers, also have a different weight per 1 square meter.
Thus, the indicator of how much a chipboard sheet weighs depends on many reasons. Experienced furniture manufacturers often focus on its importance when assessing the quality of a chipboard batch. Too much weight of the board may indicate a violation of the drying technology in the production of chipboard, and a board that is too light may turn out to be brittle and brittle.
