SCIENTIFIC NAME:Triplochiton scleroxylon
ORIGIN: East and central Africa.
DESCRIPTION: Light wood with a density of 380 kg/m3.
RECOMMENDATIONS: Generally easy to work, although the interlocked grain may cause some rough surfaces in some machining operations. Carves, stains, glues and finishes well.
USE: Used primarily in instrument reinforcements, also known as chainplates, sills or kerfings.