Re: ATM - density of plywood ??

[Daniel Fundo <fundo@bellsouth.net>]

<< I need to know the density of plywood for some weight calculations. 
I have searched the web for hours with no success.  Can anyone direct me
or tell me the density of common comercial grade plywood?   >>

Steve,  You should be able to find out whatever you need at this site:

www.matweb.com

There are thousands of materials listed; I'm sure plywood is there.  

As a side note, you might be better off using the more expensive baltic
birch type plywood.  It is stronger, more consistant, and more stable. 
You can use 1/2" rather than 3/4" for many parts (depending on size of
the telescope).  It will be lighter of course.

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Dan F.
Secretary/MAS
Memphis, TN