HDU Tooling Board

B.I.R.S. Machine & Supply is a distributor of HDU Tooling Board.

HDU Tooling Board possesses excellent machining characteristics and dimensional stability for tool making. HDU Tooling Board is ideal for soft tooling and rapid prototyping because it can be more rapidly machined and it is more economical than alloy or epoxy-based alternative materials. HDU Tooling board rapid machining is perfect for automotive, aerospace, wind, energy and pattern shops.

PBHT Tooling Board (High Temp Applications)

* Meets flammability burn test requirements of ASTM D-1692-74, Far 25.853, Mil-P-26514 & ASTM D635

PBLT Tooling Board (Low Temp Applications)

* Meets flammability burn test requirements of ASTM D-1692-74, Far 25.853, Mil-P-26514 & ASTM D635

FEATURES

Less Dust – More chips for a better working environment. Machining, Sand Blasting, Carving and routing)

Environmentally Friendly – Certified renewable resources

Closed Cell Structure – Will not absorb moisture

Does not outgas and will not affect pre-preg cure

Non-abrasive and can be machined with standard HSS cutting tools (can be cut with water jets and lasers.

Tools made from HDU Tooling Board

Composite Layup Tools
Vacuum Form Tools
Tool Path Verification
Tool Proofing
Model Making
Pre-preg Layup Tools
Autoclave Support Tools
Aerospace Layup Tools
Automotive Die Tools
Foundry Patterns & Masters
Prototype Patterns
Pattern Making
Machined Tools

HDU Tooling Board PBLT and PBHT lines are available in the widest range of densities, sheet sizes and thickness to match the performance requirements of the specific tool you’re building. Individual blocks can be easily and permanently bonded to create specific shapes and thicknesses, approximating the general shape of the tool. This saves both machining time and material cost. Save even more time by letting us do the bonding for you. We are fast. Learn more about our Custom Bonding Service.

HDU TOOL BOARD DENSITIES

4 lb

6 lb

8 lb

10 lb

12 lb

15 lb

18 lb

20 lb

30 lb

34 lb

40 lb