Plain particle board (also known as chipboard) is an engineered wood panel manufactured by compressing wood particles with synthetic resin under heat and pressure. As the most economical panel product, it provides functional performance for non-structural applications where cost efficiency outweighs premium material requirements. The uniform composition allows consistent machining characteristics throughout the panel.

Key Specifications

1. Core Composition

   • 85-90% wood particles (softwood residuals, mill waste)

   • 10-15% urea-formaldehyde (UF) or melamine-urea (MUF) resin

2. Physical Properties

   • Density: 550-750 kg/m³ (EN 323)

   • Modulus of Elasticity: 1,600-2,500 N/mm²

   • Screw Withdrawal Resistance: 800-1,100 N (EN 320)

3. Standard Dimensions

   Parameter	Range	Tolerance
   Thickness	8mm-40mm	±0.3mm
   Formats	1220×2440mm	±2mm lengthwise
   Edge Type	Square, T&G, V-groove	Customizable

Manufacturing Process

1. Raw Material Preparation

   • Wood debarking and chipping (particle size 0.2-2mm)

   • Drying to 2-4% moisture content

2. Blending & Forming

   • Resin application (8-12% by weight)

   • Three-layer construction (finer surface particles)

3. Pressing & Finishing

   • Hot pressing (180-220°C, 20-30kg/cm²)

   • Sanding to ±0.2mm thickness tolerance

Performance Characteristics

• Advantages

  • Lowest cost per m² among wood panels

  • Excellent surface for laminates/veneers

  • Consistent internal structure for CNC machining

• Limitations

  • Not suitable for load-bearing applications

  • Requires edge sealing in humid environments

  • Lower impact resistance vs. MDF

Application Matrix

Quality Standards

• Formaldehyde Emissions

  • E1 ≤ 0.124 mg/m³ (EN 717-1)

  • CARB Phase 2 compliant options

• Mechanical Testing

  • Internal Bond ≥ 0.35 N/mm² (EN 319)

  • Swelling (24h water immersion) < 15%

Comparative Analysis

Installation Guidelines

1. Fastening Methods

   • Confirmat screws: 5mm pilot hole required

   • Staples: 16-18 gauge, 10-14mm crown

2. Surface Finishing

   • Primer sealing before painting

   • Minimum 180g sanding for laminate adhesion

3. Environmental Considerations

   • Storage RH: 30-60%

   • Acclimate 48h before use