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Sure Grip Marine Grade Polymer Sheet
KING STARBOARD®AS is a unique, superior marine grade polymer material specifically designed for high traffic areas. This unique product combines the strength, versatility and durability of King StarBoard® with a special high-friction, polymer surface.
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KING STARBOARD®AS is environmentally stabilized to resist harsh sun and sea conditions, including ultraviolet light. The surface layer has a dot pattern texture that inhibits slippage and promotes water drainage.
"The dot pattern texture promotes water drainage."
"A single uniform sheet that does not rot or delaminate."
Applications
Ladder Treads, Bilge Floor Grate, Swim Platform, Flooring
• Dot pattern on one side.
• Fabricate with standard tools.
• Never needs maintenance.
• Unlimited custom/proprietary colors.
• Accents or matches gel coat.
• Made to last the lifetime of the boat.
• Will not rot, swell, or delaminate when exposed to moisture.
It is not a laminated surface, but instead it is a single homogeneous polymer
sheet that will not rot or delaminate.
KING STARBOARD®AS comes in eight standard colors.
KING STARBOARD®AS is ideal for replacing teak, laminates and inferior plastic products on fishing boats, recreational boats, pontoon boats and yachts.
Fabrication with KING STARBOARD®AS is done with standard woodworking tools.
Our testing shows that these set ups work best with KING STARBOARD®AS
Cutting:
These tests were run on 3/4" material. All cuts were performed with the dot side up. Downcut tools and compression tools were also tested but tended to cause excessive melting in deep cuts using smaller diameter tools.
1/2" Diameter Tool using a climb cut at 150 IPM 18,000 RPM
Cutting Edge Diameter: 1/2
Cutting Edge Length.: 1-1/8
Shank Diameter: 1/2
Over All Length: 3-1/2
Tool Material: Solid Carbide
Helix: Up
Flutes: 3
Rotation: RH
This router bit can be purchased from http://www.onsrud.com part number 60-249
3/8" Diameter Tool using a climb cut at 200 IPM 18,000 RPM
Cutting Edge Diameter: 3/8
Cutting Edge Length: 1-1/8
Shank Diameter: 3/8
Over All Length: 3
Tool Material: Solid Carbide
Helix: Up
Flutes: 1
Rotation: RH
This router bit can be purchased from http://www.onsrud.com part number 63-783.
Engraving:
The sample used was for 1/4" cutting channels wide and 1/16" deep into the material.
The best results we achieved were using a router bit with these dimensions:
Cutting Edge Diameter: 3/16
Cutting Edge Length: 5/8
Shank Diameter: 1/4
Over All Length: 2
Tool Material: Solid Carbide
Helix: Down
Flutes: 1
Rotation: RH
Feed at 120 ipm was very good with the 3/16" diameter tool working a 1/4" wide channel in a climb cut direction.
This router bit can be purchased from http://www.onsrud.com part number 62-718
To create a crisp edge with a saw, use 1800 RPMs at 150" per minute and a good carbide blade that has 50-75 teeth.
Cleaning
King StarBoard® is very chemically resistant and most common detergents and
cleaners work well. You can use a nylon “scrubby” or stiff bristle nylon brush
but care should be taken because excessive force can mar the finish.
Bleach can be applied and allowed to soak to help lift persistent stains. Pressure washing is also an acceptable method of cleaning. To clean a petroleum problem such as grease or oil, use citrus cleaner, alcohol, or mineral spirits. Care must be taken to avoid contact with pencil lead or prolonged contact with teak oil and other oil based products as these do not clean well and may cause staining.
Furniture polish or products such as Armor-All® can add an attractive luster to the finish and hide small mars on the product's surface.
*Do not use polishing products on stepping surfaces to prevent the danger of slipping.
Standard Size
Standard Size: 54" x 96"
Standard Thickness |
Size 54" x 96" |
Gauge |
Weight -lb./sheet |
1/2" |
90 |
3/4" |
135 |
|
1"
|
180
|
Tolerances
Thickness |
Width/Length |
|---|---|
1/2" -1" +/-5% |
+1/2" -1/4" |
|
Property
|
Units
|
ASTM
|
Nominal Value
|
| Slip Resistance | D638 | .78 | |
|
Density
|
g/cm3
|
D792B
|
0.955
|
|
Tensile Strength
|
P.S.I.
|
D638-89
|
>4100
|
|
Elongation
|
%
|
D638-89
|
>600
|
|
Flexural Stiffness
|
P.S.I.
|
D747-86
|
180,000
|
|
Shore D Hardness
|
__
|
D2240-86
|
54
|
|
Tensile Impact
|
ft lb./in2
|
D1822-89
|
115
|
|
Impact Brittleness Temp
|
F
|
D746-79
|
<-60
|
|
Vicat Softening Temp.
|
F
|
D1525-87
|
250
|
|
Heat Deflection Temp 66psi
|
F
|
D648-82
|
160
|
|
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion
|
in/in/f
|
D696-79
|
6x10 -5
|
All values are determined on specimens prepared according to ASTM D 1248-84.Nominal values should not be interpreted as specifications.
KING STARBOARD®AS is made entirely from FDA and USDA approved materials.
The information herein contained is based upon data believed to be thoroughly reliable, but no guarantee or warranty with respect to accuracy or completeness or product result is implied and no liability assumed. It is the responsibility of the user to verify suitability of the material for the particular use or purpose.. In view of the many uses of this material and the different equipment and processing techniques used, we cannot guarantee results in specific instances. No statement captained herein should be construed as a recommendation or license to use our products in a manner that would constitute infringement of any patent.
StarBoard AS Prices
Price per 54" x 96" sheet
| Gauge | Weight | 1 - 999 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. |
| Price | Price | ||
| 1/2" | 90 | $340.00 | $306.00 |
| 3/4" | 135 | $510.00 | $459.00 |
| 1" | 180 | $680.00 | $612.00 |
