Properties of Melamine Formaldehyde (MF)
Melamine formaldehyde (MF) is a durable, heat-resistant thermosetting polymer formed by the reaction of melamine and formaldehyde. Renowned for its chemical resistance, hardness, and insulating properties, MF is widely used in laminates, molding compounds, and coatings.
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The following table provides a comprehensive list of melamine formaldehyde (MF) properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units at normal temperature and pressure (NTP).
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Category | Thermoset |
| Density | 1500 kg/m3 |
| Water Absorption | 0.1 %wt/day |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Ultimate Compressive Strength | 36 - 90 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 7.6 - 10 GPa |
| Rockwell Hardness (M) | 115 - 125 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.167 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 1674 J/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 2.2×10-5 1/°C |
| Electrical Properties | Metric |
| Dielectric Field Strength (Ed) | 110 - 160 kV/cm |
Unless stated otherwise, all values are taken at room temperature (approximately 20°C or 68°F) and 1 atm pressure. (1 atm = 101,325 Pa)
References: 1) Cardarelli, François. Materials Handbook: A Concise Desktop Reference. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2018. 2) CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 97th Edition. United Kingdom: CRC Press, 2016-2017. 3) A.M. Howatson, P.G. Lun, J.D. Todd, P.D. Engineering Tables and Data. United Kingdom: University of Oxford, Department of Engineering Science, 2009.