Physical Properties of Polymer Composit Reinforced by Salak Bark Fiber (Salacca zalacca) and Nipah Bark Fiber (Nypa frutican)

Authors

  • Nurfajriani Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
  • Muhammad Yusuf Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
  • Herlinawati Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
  • Mutia Ardila Department of Chemistry Education Faculty of Mathematics and Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia
  • M. Weryninda Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Mathematics and Science, Universitas Negeri Medan, Medan, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.24114/ijcst.v9i1.72448

Keywords:

composit, natural fiber, physical properties

Abstract

Fiber composite is a material that has been widely used such as in vehicles, buildings and in industry. The use of natural fiber materials is prioritized because the costs incurred are relatively cheaper and also more environmentally friendly. This study aims to test the physical properties of composite reinforced by salak bark fibers and nipah bark fibers. The fibers are soaked using a solution of Sodium Hydroxide for 2 hours. The variation of the volume fraction used is 5% : 5% ; 5% : 10% ; 5% : 15 % ; 5% : 20%. The physical properties test carried out is a density and moisture content test. Based on the results of the study, the highest density value was 0.927 %. Meanwhile, the moisture content test value showed the highest moisture content value of 1.90%.

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Published

2026-01-31