F17 Stress Grade
The structural F17 film face shuttering plywood is generally sold as a graded product. F17 is the stress grade of plywood. Besides F17, there are also F14, F8, F11, F14, F22, F27 stress grade. The stress grades are also used for bracing plywood and sheathing plywood of AS/NZS 2269 standard.

F17 film face shuttering plywood AS/NZS 2269 is a standard for structural plywood in both Australia and New Zealand. AS 6669 is a standard for formwork plywood in Australia only. Even though the New Zealand standard committee didn’t participate in AS 6669, its market still recognizes this standard.

If two plywood has the same construction, then the higher stress grade plywood is stronger than lower stress grade plywood. Because stiffness and strength are a combination of the F-grade and the construction, if two plywood is different in structure, F17 is not necessarily better than F14 plywood.

F17 film face shuttering plywood delivers a Class 2 concrete finish on the first pour, making it ideal for projects requiring a smooth and consistent surface. Its waterproof phenolic resin coating enhances resistance to moisture, wear, and damage, extending the lifespan of the panels in tough construction environments. Suitable for horizontal and vertical formwork, F17 film face shuttering plywood meets AU/NZ standards, ensuring compliance with structural and safety requirements.

F17 formply application:

Construction

Concrete

Building

Formwork

Container flooring

Concrete forming

Shuttering construction

Scaffold

Flight case

Truck floor

Stage