Description
- -Height : 120 ‘
-Diameter : 3’-6 ‘(Max 14’)
-Lifespan :
– Growth : - -Weight : 2.35 lbs / bft
-Hardness : 510 lbs
-Color: pinkish yellow to pale brown, sometimes purplish hue, dark on exposure
-Sapwood : Not very distinct – Creamy white to pale yellow
-Grain : Straight, regular
-Texture : Fine, uniform
-Machining : Good with manual tools
-Sawmilling : Good
-Discast: Light
-Molding : Very good
-Planing : Very good
-Shaping :
-Turning : Very good
-Boring : Very good
-Mortising : Very good
-Sanding : Good
-Polishing : Good
-Finishing : Excellent
-Bending : Medium to good
-Nailing : Good
-Gluing : Excellent
-Stability:
-Durability: Low
-Environment:
-Uses : Lumber, cooperage, packaging, furniture, doors, blinds, cabinet making, musical instruments, aeronautics, oars, boards, shipbuilding.
-Precautions : Wearing a mask and long sleeves are recommended
-Budgetary price : High