3A Composites Core Materials Component
AIREX® PXc and PXw
High-density, fiberglass-reinforced foams that replace wood and plywood in transoms, stringers, engine beds, bulkheads and floors.
Description
AIREX® PXc and PXw replace wood and plywood in boat structures. They have very low water absorption, high heat resistance, good fastener pull-out strength and excellent chemical resistance, and neither material biodegrades.
Key features
- PXc: fiberglass evenly distributed through the foam; density 245–420 kg/m3
- PXw: contains woven fabrics and is a stand-alone product that needs no face sheets; density 320–520 kg/m3
- Very low water absorption and good fastener pull-out strength
Applications
- Transoms, bulkheads and stringers
- Engine beds, floors and soles
- Local reinforcements
Specifications
| Density (PXc) | 245 – 420 kg/m3 | 15 – 26 lb/ft3 |
|---|---|
| Density (PXw) | 320 – 520 kg/m3 | 20 – 32 lb/ft3 |
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