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Description
J Perkins 3 X 3 X 36 Block Balsa, part number 5520317, is an A Grade balsa wood block with a solid rectangular profile for modelling, carving, structural assembly and prototyping. The block measures 3 x 3 x 36 inches, with an approximate length of 914mm and a 76mm square section.
This balsa block combines low mass with a consistent, straight grain, making it suitable for shaping with carving tools, saws or lathes. Its surface can be sanded and finished for model-making projects, while the block format allows it to be carved, hollowed, laminated or machined into three-dimensional forms. The timber is sourced from plantation-grown material.
Modelling Applications
Use this block for architectural massing studies, structural cores and topographical features where a lightweight solid form is required. It is also suited to film and television props, scenic miniatures and sacrificial set elements, as well as product design studies and ergonomic prototypes. In aeronautical and RC engineering projects, the block can be shaped into aerodynamic fairings, nose cones and structural reinforcements for flight-capable prototypes.
The even grain supports controlled shaping and sanding, while the solid rectangular form provides material for creating larger or more complex carved sections. The brown balsa wood is supplied as an individual block and is recommended for users aged 14 and over.
Specifications
- Material: A Grade balsa wood
- Profile: Solid rectangular block
- Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 36 inches
- Length: Approximately 914mm
- Product height and width: 76mm x 76mm
- Weight: 550g
- Colour: Brown
- Age recommendation: 14+
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Specifications
A Grade Balsa Wood Blocks (36in)
A Grade Balsa Wood blocks are a premier material for professionals requiring substantial volume combined with an exceptionally low mass. Sourced from sustainable, plantation-grown timber, these blocks offer a superior strength-to-weight ratio and a consistent, straight grain. Each 915mm (36") block is precision-machined to ensure uniform dimensions, providing a reliable substrate for carving, structural assembly, and high-fidelity prototyping across all professional modelling sectors.
Applications:
- Architectural Model Making: The definitive material for representing large-scale massing studies, primary structural cores, and topographical features. Its lightweight nature allows architects to build significant volumetric forms that remain easy to transport, while its uniform grain is ideal for precise sanding and finishing to represent stone or timber masonry.
- Film & TV Prop Making: A staple for carving "hero" props, scenic miniatures, and sacrificial set elements. Balsa’s unique density allows it to be shaped effortlessly with hand or power tools, and its surface is highly receptive to paints and scenic treatments to simulate various industrial and historical materials.
- Aeronautical & RC Engineering: Often used for carving large aerodynamic fairings, nose cones, and structural reinforcements within flight-capable prototypes. The material’s low mass is critical for maintaining weight targets in high-performance scale aircraft.
- Industrial & Product Design: Perfect for early-stage volumetric studies and "look-and-feel" prototypes. The blocks can be easily hollowed out, laminated, or machined to test complex three-dimensional forms and ergonomic designs.
Technical Specifications:
- Material: A Grade Balsa Wood
- Shape: Solid Rectangular Block
- Length: 36in (Approx. 914mm)
- Dimensions: See Options
J Perkins 3 X 3 X 36 Block Balsa Key Features:
- A Grade Quality: Represents the finest selection of balsa timber, ensuring minimal defects and highly predictable performance during machining and bonding.
- Exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Provides the structural integrity of a solid timber with negligible weight—essential for both large-scale architectural models and aeronautical designs.
- High Workability: Effortlessly shaped using standard carving tools, saws, or lathes. The soft, even grain is highly receptive to sanding, ensuring perfectly refined surface finishes.
- Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: Harvested from fast-growing plantations, ensuring a responsible and renewable source of high-quality modelling timber.
J Perkins 3 X 3 X 36 Block Balsa Tech Specs:
- Weight: 550g / 19.40oz
- Shipping Weight: 0.55kg / 1.21lbs
- Product Height: 76mm / 3.00in
- Product Width: 76mm / 3in
- Product Length: 914mm / 36in
- Age Recommendation: 14+
- Colour: Brown
- Material: Balsa
- Profile: Block
Key Info:
- Brand: J Perkins
- Part No: 5520317
- Barcode: 505112103008
- Material: Wood
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