JM - Tropical Wood

Cumaru

Dipteryx spp.
Leguminosae

Cumaru has excellent durability and weathering properties. The wood is rated as very durable regarding decay resistance, with good resistance to termites and other dry-wood borers. Grain is interlocked, with a medium texture and a waxy feel.

Cumaru has excellent durability and weathering properties. The wood is rated as very durable regarding decay resistance, with good resistance to termites and other dry-wood.
Flooring, cabinetry, furniture, heavy construction, docks, railroad ties, bearings, handles,
Radial cut
Cross cut 10X

Basic density

0.87 g/cm³

Tangential shrinkage

7.9%

Radial shrinkage

5.5%

Bending modulus of elasticity

1620 kgf/cm²

Breakage modulus of elasticity

224180 kgf/cm²

Parallel compression (RM)

1070 kgf/cm²

Perpendicular compression (ELP)

1070 kgf/cm²

Hardness on the sides

3540 lb at 12% moisture content

Hardness on end grain

1250 12% mc (kfc)