As a plastic with excellent strength, it excels in various fields such as being a wood that is less prone to deterioration from moisture absorption and water immersion, as well as in craft applications that make use of its beautiful wood grain!
"Woodlight" is a type of plywood or laminated veneer lumber (LVL). It is made by impregnating thin sheets (veneers) of wood that have been peeled in a "katsura" style with phenolic resin, then stacking a specified number of these sheets and pressing them under high temperature and high pressure. Recently, cellulose nanofibers have been gaining attention, but "Woodlight" is a unique FRP board reinforced with natural wood, meaning it is made from full-size cellulose. ■ Features 1. There is no degradation in its electrical and mechanical properties, whether in oil or air. 2. Even after long-term immersion in water, the recovery of insulation resistance is quick, and unlike ordinary plywood, there are no concerns about delamination, warping, twisting, or cracking. 3. Compared to insulating wood injected with natural wood oil or paraffin, it not only significantly outperforms in electrical, mechanical, and water resistance properties but is also stable due to its uniform composition. 4. It is rich in moisture resistance, heat resistance, and chemical resistance. 5. The unique appearance created by the wood grain and layers is further enhanced by a buff finish, giving it a more elegant luster.
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Woodlight was developed in 1950 (Showa 25). Due to its excellent insulation performance and strength, it has gained popularity as an insulating material for special high-voltage electrical equipment such as circuit breakers and transformers, supporting the post-war recovery of Rishou Industries. Although it may not have the same momentum as in its heyday, it is still a long-selling product that continues to receive strong support nearly 70 years after its launch.
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○ A fairly large insulator that requires strength. ○ Insulators used in oil. ○ Insulating rods for live line tools. ○ Parts that cannot use metal and require strength. ○ When general wood lacks both hardness and strength, and a uniform material is required. ○ When cut at an appropriate angle, a tasteful contour pattern appears. This can be utilized for artistic purposes.
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Example of processing on a ballpoint pen barrel Provided by: Pen Workshop Kirita
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| Model number | overview |
|---|---|
| WL-4001 | A veneer that maintains a consistent grain direction when laminated (specific gravity 1.2) |
| WL-4005 | A veneer that maintains a consistent grain direction when laminated (specific gravity 1.0) |
| WL-4002 | A veneer that alternates the grain direction when laminated (specific gravity 1.2) |
| WL-4006 | A veneer that alternates the grain direction when laminated (specific gravity 1.0) |
| WL-4003 | A tube with a consistent grain direction of the veneer (specific gravity 1.1) |
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The fundamental technologies of our company are Laminating Technology and Casting Technology. We are deeply exploring these two technologies and advancing diversification. In the case of general-purpose products, we continue our self-help efforts, such as pursuing thorough rationalization to become a last-one company.