BIRCH PLYWOOD
baltic birch plywood
MANUFACTURING PROCESSES OFFERED
CNC MACHINING
LASER CUTTING up to 1/4" thick
UV PRINTING
ENGRAVING
COUNTERSINKING
ASSEMBL
Countersink Specs | Values3 |
---|---|
Min countersink part size | 1" x 4" |
Max countersink part size | 14" x 46" |
Countersink Min Minor | 0.130" |
Countersink Max Major | 0.472" |
Countersink Min Hole Center to Material Edge | 0.361" |
Properties | Value |
---|---|
Advertised Thickness | 0.125" |
Gauge | N/A |
Thickness tolerance positive | 0.007" |
Thickness tolerance negative | 0.006" |
Top/Bottom Finish | Textured top side, smooth bottom |
Sourced from | Canada |
General Details
Properties 2 | Value2 |
---|---|
Cutting process | CNC Router |
Cut tolerance +/- | 0.005" |
Flatness tolerance before cutting | +/- 0.030" per foot |
Min part size | 1" x 2" |
Max part size | 44" x 30" |
Min hole size | 0.125" |
Min bridge size | 0.125" |
Min hole to edge distance | 0.38" |
Tab and slot Tolerance | 0.015" |


Countersink Specs | Values3 |
---|---|
Min countersink part size | 1" x 4" |
Max countersink part size | 14" x 46" |
Countersink Min Minor | 0.130" |
Countersink Max Major | 0.472" |
Countersink Min Hole Center to Material Edge | 0.361" |
Countersink Specifications
Tapping Specs | Value4 |
---|---|
Largest Tap | M10 x 1.5 |
Smallest Tap | M4 x 0.7 |
Min Flat Part Size Tapping | 0.949" x 1.5" |
Max Flat Part Size Tapping | 36" x 46" |
Tapping Min Hole to Edge | 0.063" |
Tapping Min Hole Center to Material Edge | Tap hole size/2 +0.063" |
ABS Properties | Value5 |
---|---|
Material Composition | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
|
Density | 65.664 lb/ft^3 |
Heat treatment process | N/A |
ASTM | D4673 |
Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 4.5 ksi |
Tensile Strength (Yield) | 3.5 ksi |
Shear Strength | 2 ksi |
Shear Modulus | 75 ksi |
Fatigue Strength | 2 ksi |
Izod Impact Strength | 6.3 ft-lbs/in |
Coefficient of Friction | 0.19 – 0.21 |
Rockwell | R 90 - R100 |
Elongation at Break | 25% |
Elastic Modulus | 340 ksi |
Poisson’s Ratio | .35 |
Thermal Conductivity | 0.22 BTU/h-ft °F |
Vicat Softening Temp | 150 °F |
Melting Point | 390 °F |
Magnetic | No |
Does it Rust | No |
ABS Properties
Tapping Specifications
CNC Router Cutting Specifications
CHARACTERISTICS
Light grain appearance with a smooth surface comes in a variety of thicknesses and plies of birch veneer
Water Resistant due to its tight grained nature
High Impact resistance
Highly Resistant to wear + tear
Long-term structural durability
Adaptable to many construction processes
Prepped for any type of surface treatment
DISADVANTAGES
Not fire-resistant unless treated
Prone to bugs if not treated
Prone to weathering if not treated
PRODUCT AND INDUSTRY APPLICATIONS
signage, furniture, construction, POS, events, festival, prototyping
Birch Plywood CNC machining, Laser Cutting, UV Printing Canada
Baltic Birch is a high-quality plywood made from birch trees native to the Baltic region, primarily Russia and Finland. It is constructed with multiple layers of thin birch veneers, typically with odd numbers of plies to ensure even strength and stability. The manufacturing process involves cross-laminating the veneer sheets, where the grain direction of each layer alternates to improve strength and reduce warping. Baltic Birch plywood is known for its smooth surface, durability, and resistance to delamination. It is commonly used in applications such as furniture making, cabinetry, flooring, and in the production of durable structures like drawer boxes, shelving, and workshop projects, where strength and fine finish are important.
The advantages of Baltic Birch include its superior strength, stability, and consistency due to its multi-layer construction. It has excellent screw-holding power, making it ideal for furniture and cabinetry that require reliable joints and durability. Additionally, Baltic Birch is known for its high-quality appearance, with fewer voids and a smoother surface than many other plywoods. However, the disadvantages include its relatively higher cost compared to other types of plywood, making it less economical for large, low-cost projects. It can also be prone to surface damage, like scratches or dents, if not handled with care, and its higher density can make it more difficult to cut and work with than softer plywoods. Despite these drawbacks, Baltic Birch is a preferred choice for high-end projects where strength, stability, and appearance are critical.