ArmorCore
ArmorCore panels combine the low weight and high strength advantages of veneer cored panels with the superior flatness and higher density of MDF. ArmorCore panels are stiffer, lighter and stronger than composition panels of comparable thickness, yet the MDF crossbands match the best composition surface characteristics.

Improved Machinability
ArmorCore has excellent machinability, so router cuts leave crisp, clean edges. Because only the surface is MDF, the wear on machine tools is significantly reduced.

Lightweight
ArmorCore weighs 25% less than particleboard. A 3/4", four by eight sheet weighs 72 lbs. The same sized sheet of particleboard weighs about 97 lbs., and MDF weighs 103 lbs.

Eliminates Telegraphing
The MDF Crossbands eliminate the telegraphing of core imperfections common to veneer cored panels. Overlaying with low pressure laminates requires ArmorCore Plus.

Stiffness
Modulus of elasticity is 50% higher than particleboard and 25% higher than MDF panels, even though ArmorCore weighs significantly less.

Superior Surface
MDF crossbands give ArmorCore the surface hardness, superior density and uniform texture of a completely composition panel.

Applications
Standard ArmorCore features five ply construction with MDF crossbands and is suitable for use with wood veneer or high pressure laminate overlays. ArmorCore Plus is constructed with higher grade center plies which are required when overlaying with thin impregnated papers like melamines, polyester, MDO, foils, etc.

Critical Tolerances
Where ANSI standard thickness tolerances of +0, -3/64" are inadequate, such as in some automated machining operations, ArmorCore Standard or Plus can be manufactured to meet tolerances of +/- .005 in nominal thickness above one-half inch.

Specifications