Ingipipa (Tauari)
| Commercial Name(s): | Tauari/Tauari Branco |
| Other Name(s): | Imbirema, Wadara, Ingipipa, Inguipipa, Tabari, Capa De Tacaco, Tauri, Couatari |
| Botanical Name: | Couratari spp. |
| Botanical Family: | Lecythidaceae |
| SBB Code: | ING |
Profile
Tauari (Suriname Oak) , also known as Ingipipa, is similar to North American Red Oak, but 13% harder. It ranges from tan to medium brown in color, and has a medium graining pattern. In addition to providing the highly sought after „wheat“ color associated with domestic oak. In addition to being economically and visually appealing, this hardwood is also very resistant to decay, impact, and insects, ensuring long lasting enjoyment of aIngipipa (Tauari) decking.
Typical use
Stairs (inside), Blockboard, Interior panelling, Formwork, Interior joinery, Light carpentry, Flooring, Seats, Veneer for interior of plywood, Veneer for back or face of plywood, Moulding, Boxes and crates, Exterior joinery, Current furniture or furniture components, Glued laminated, Turned goods, Sliced veneer.
Technical Information
Trees Size: 20 – 30 m
Trunk Diameter: 0.5 – 0.80 m
Monnin Hardness: 2.7
Crushing Strength (Mpa): 42 – 54
Basic Specific gravity: 0.56 – 0.68
Density (kg/m3 dry): 1.10
Texture: Medium to coarse
Static bending strength (Mpa): 87
Modulus of elasticy (Mpa): 14500
T/R Ratio: 1.6
Finish: Excellent
Stability: Moderately stable
