American Alder

Scientific name:
Alnus rubra Bong
Geographic origin:
Canada and United States
  • Sapwood and Heartwood: from yellowish white to yellowish brown
  • Fiber: Straight
  • Grain: Thin
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Capacity of being impregnated
  • Capable of being impregnated to medium capacity of being impregnated
Mechanical properties
  • Resistance to static flexion 680 kg/cm2
  • Elasticity module 95,000 kg/cm2
  • Resistance to compression 401 kg/cm2
Mechanization
  • Sawing process: Easy and with no difficulties
  • Drying process: Easy and Fast, with nearly no defects.
  • Planing process: Easy
  • Gluing process: Easy
  • Nailing and screwing process: Easy
  • Finish: Easy
Physical properties
  • Apparent density at 12% humidity 0.45 kg/m3 light wood
  • Dimensional stability
  • - Volumetric contraction coefficient 0.41% stable wood
  • - Relation between contractions 1.66% no tendency to deformity
  • Hardness (Chaláis-Meudon) 1.8 Softwood
Observations

Red alder, also known as American alder, is a light wood that is easy to work with. With a pink to light brown color, it is prized for its water resistance and ability to resist decay. It is used in the manufacture of furniture, boats and musical instruments.