Product Identification
Pionite Cabinet Liner provides a durable and attractive surface to the inside of cabinets and drawers. Cabinet liner also imparts dimensional stability to substrate that is faced with high pressure decorative laminate.
Product Composition
Cabinet Liner laminate is manufactured in a press by combining decorative papers saturated in melamine resin with phenolic-impregnated kraft layers at pressures exceeding the NEMA standard of 750 psi (5.17 MPa) and temperatures approaching 300 deg. F (150 deg. C). The panels are trimmed to size and the backs are sanded to facilitate bonding. The thickness of the laminate is determined by the number of kraft layers used. The laminating process combines the durability of melamine resins with the aesthetics of decorative papers creating a surfacing material that has been the standard for well over forty years.
Finish
Types C20 and C21 are available in a Matte (M) finish only. Matte finish is a low luster, textured finish with a 60 degree gloss meter reading of 2 + or - 1 gloss units.
Type CC1 is available in Suede (S) finish only. Suede finish is a low gloss, textured finish with a 60 degree gloss meter reading of 8 + or - 3 gloss units.
Standard Nominal Sizes
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Type
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Thickness
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Width
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Length
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Colors
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C20
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(in.) (mm.) |
0.020 0.5 |
36, 48, 60 914, 1219, 1524 |
96, 120, 144 2438, 3048, 3658 |
All Solids, Patterns and Woodgrains |
C21
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(in.) (mm.) |
0.020 0.5 |
36, 48, 60 914, 1219, 1524 |
96, 120, 144 2438, 3048, 3658 |
Solid Black
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CC1
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(in.) (mm.) |
0.020 0.5 |
49 1245 |
97 2464 |
Cabinet Liner White |
Fabrication Tips
When working with Cabinet Liner, these techniques will produce a quality application.
- Proper conditioning of the laminate, substrate, and backing sheet minimizes possible warping, shrinking, or expansion of assembled panels. Ideally, all components should be conditioned at 70 deg. F to 75 deg. F (21 deg. C to 25 deg. C) and 45 to 50 percent relative humidity for 48 hours prior to assembly.
- Always bond laminate to a suitable substrate such as medium to high density fiberboard, particleboard, or metals. It should not be glued directly to plaster walls, gypsum wallboard, or concrete.
- Recommended adhesives include solvent or water-based contact cement, white glue (PVA), epoxy, and hot melt glue. Consult your adhesive supplier for specific application requirements.
- All saw blades and router bits used for cutting should be carbide tipped. Feed rate should be slow and tool speed should be high.
- Inside corners of cutouts for electrical outlets, sinks, etc., should have a minimum radius of 1/8" (3 mm) and be filed smooth. This reduces the likelihood of stress cracks.
- All edges of laminate should be filed smooth with file direction towards substrate to help prevent stress cracks and to minimize chipping.
- When nails or screws must be used, it is advisable to first drill an oversized hole through the laminate. This reduces the likelihood of stress cracks.
- All laminate is intended for interior use only, and should not be exposed to extreme humidity, continuous sunlight, or temperatures above 275 deg. F (135 deg. C) for extended periods of time.
Technical Information
Physical Properties
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Test |
NEMA LD 3 Test-1995 Method |
TYPICAL Pionite VALUES Type C |
NEMA STD. CLS |
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Thickness |
(in.) (mm.) |
0.020 +or- 0.003 0.50 +or- 0.08 |
0.020 +or- 0.004 0.5 +or- 0.1 |
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Wear Resistance
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(cycles)
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3.13
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700
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50 (min)
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Ball Impact Resistance
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(in.) (mm) |
3.8
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15 381 |
10 (min.) 254 (min.) |
Dimensional Change Machine Direction Cross Direction |
(%) (%) |
3.11
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0.4 0.8 |
1.20 (max.) 2.00 (max.) |
Boiling Water Resistance
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3.5
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No Effect
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Moderate Effect
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High Temperature Resistance
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3.6
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No Effect
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Moderate Effect
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Cleanability Stain 1-10 Stain 11-15 |
3.4
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10 Moderate Effect Moderate Effect |
20 (max.) Moderate Effect Moderate Effect |
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Light Resistance
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3.3
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Moderate Effect
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Moderate Effect
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Codes and Certifications
- American National Standards Institute/National Electrical Manufacturers Association (ANSI/NEMA), LD3-1995, "High Pressure Decorative Laminate." Pionite Type C20 and C21 comply.
