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Angelim Campina
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Botanical name Aldina heterophylla
Origin
Brazil
Other names
Angelim Da Campina, Aldina
Appearence and
structureLight-brown, with visible parenchyma stripes. Sapwood is visibly grey. Fine growth, Cross grain in radial cut peices.
Angelim Campina
Physical properties
Density
Ca. 1100 kg/m3 (Green)
Ca. 800kg/m3 (MC 12%)
Durability
Very durable. Class 1 (EN 350)
Strength
Estimated D 40
Stability
Relatively stable.
working properties
MachiningGood for planing. Good finish.
Drying
Dries to low MC, but very slowly.
Risk of cracks surface checks.
Common uses Handrail, Decking, Threshold, Benches,
Playground equipment.
Properties in useMust be used dried. Turns into a warmer brown and if exposed to sun light grey tones will appear. Maintains shape well.
Alternative
Favinha, Mandioquiera, Angelim pedra.
Note
Very much like Angelim Pedra, but without the ”pedras” (stone).