Phenolics and Epoxy laminates are a thermosetting plastic made from polymerization of phenol resin or epoxy resin, it is produce by compression molding under heat and pressure in combine with coated layers of paper, glass cloth, linen or canvas. It is a homogeneous material that has excellent dielectric strength, high mechanical strength and flame retardant; but with relatively high brittleness.
When cutting or fabricate this material, a special precaution is required, because when material in contact with skin or eye, it may cause irritation or skin inflammation, also over inhalation may cause lung damage.