The calorific value of air-dried (15% m.c. wet basis) leucaena wood is about 3,900 kcal/kg (4,640 kcal/kg oven dried), similar to that of other non-resinous hardwoods. From Wordnik.com. [Chapter 10] Reference
The bed of the riffle, however, is constructed of some porous material, such as leather, non-resinous wood, or cement, which serves as the diaphragm upon which the mercury rests, and separates the fluid metal from the electrolyte beneath. From Wordnik.com. [Scientific American Supplement, No. 433, April 19, 1884] Reference
As noted, this should be made from a soft, non-resinous wood. From Wordnik.com. [Outside Magazine Gear Reviews] Reference
Second, carve a flat fireboard of soft, non-resinous wood that is about the same thickness as your drill's diameter. From Wordnik.com. [Outside Magazine Gear Reviews] Reference
1) Soft, non-resinous wood like yucca, cedar, or cottonwood must be used for the drill and fireboard. From Wordnik.com. [Outside Magazine Gear Reviews] Reference
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