Thai · Fabaceae family
Mai Daeng ไม้แดง
Xylia xylocarpa
Mai Daeng pricing
This species is sourced in batches — you can still get an indicative estimate, and our team will confirm the price and the next batch
Estimate your projectThe final price depends on board width, length, grade and order quantity
Extremely hard and heavy (an ironwood), strong, with the highest durability
Very strong and durable, good value
Mechanical properties of Mai Daeng
| Property | Value | Data status |
|---|---|---|
| Janka hardness | 9,797 N (2,202 lbf) MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Density | 1,140 kg/m³ MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Bending strength (MOR) | 141.8 MPa MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Stiffness (MOE) | 16.64 GPa MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Compressive strength parallel to grain | 79.5 MPa MC 12% | Standard test result |
| Radial shrinkage | 3.3% | Standard test result |
| Tangential shrinkage | 6.7% | Standard test result |
≈ approximate = a figure for the trade group or plantation-grown timber, not a test result for this species itself · MC = moisture content at testing · Real values vary with the source of the timber, its age and how it was kiln-dried
Durability and working properties
- Durability
- Very durable · highest resistance to fungi, insects and marine borers (ITTO index 1)
- Machining / working
- Hard to saw, dulls blades severely (carbide tooling needed) · pre-drill before nailing
Sustainability and sourcing
Mai Daeng grows and is planted in Thailand. Using timber with a traceable local source keeps transport short and helps protect trees in natural forest.
WisutWood uses legal timber, can issue sawn-timber control documents, and kiln-dries to 12% moisture content or less, so the woodwork lasts and does not have to be torn out and replaced.
Questions about Mai Daeng
What is the botanical name of Mai Daeng, and what else is it called?
The botanical name of Mai Daeng is Xylia xylocarpa. It belongs to the Fabaceae family. Trade names: Pyinkado, Pegu ironwood, Burma ironwood, Irul · Local names: Central Daeng
How hard is Mai Daeng?
Janka hardness 9,797 N (2,202 lbf) (MC 12%) · Density 1,140 kg/m³ (MC 12%)
Can Mai Daeng be used outdoors?
Suitable for outdoor use · Durability: Very durable · highest resistance to fungi, insects and marine borers (ITTO index 1)
What work is Mai Daeng good for?
Flooring, stairs, structural work, door frames, railway sleepers, bridges — Extremely hard and heavy (an ironwood), strong, with the highest durability
Can WisutWood build my job in Mai Daeng?
Yes, on enquiry. Mai Daeng is sourced in batches, so price and lead time depend on the sizes and the sourcing round.
