OPTIX DA - Digital Acrylic
Specifically designed to provide optimal adhesion of UV curing inks without adhesion promoters, OPTIX DA delivers all the benefits of continuously processed acrylic sheet in a specially formulated product for printing. Just as with OPTIX sheet, OPTIX DA provides superior strength and is available in a variety of sizes and thicknesses.
Stock & Non-Stock Colors
*Colors on screen may not reflect exact matches to physical sheets.
*Custom colors available.
*Non-Stock colors, patterns or sizes may require a minimum quantity order.
Product Details
Run-to-size
Stock item
- Thickness: .060" - .236"
- Width: 5" - 104"
- Length: 10" - 216"
- Optimal adhesion of UV curing inks
- Custom sizes, thicknesses and colors available
| Physical | Test method | Units | OPTIX DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | ASTM D-792 | 1.19 | |
| Optical Refractive Index | ASTM D-542 | nD | 1.49 |
| Light Transmission -Total | ASTM D-1003 | % | 92 |
| Light Transmission - Haze | ASTM D-1003 | % | 2 |
| Sound Transmission | ASTM E90 / E413 | db | 27 |
| Water Absorption | ASTM D-570 | % By wt | 0.4 |
| Shrinkage | ASTM D-702 | % | <5 |
| Chemical | Test method | Units | OPTIX DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Isopropyl Alcohol | ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997 | psi | 900 |
| Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Lacquer Thinner | ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997 | psi | 500 |
| Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Toluene | ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997 | psi | 1,300 |
| Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Solvesso 100 | ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997 | psi | 1,600 |
| Mechanical | Test method | Units | OPTIX DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ASTM D-638 | psi | 11,030 |
| Tensile Elongation – Max. | ASTM D-638 | % | 5.8 |
| Tensile Modulus of Elasticity | ASTM D-638 | psi | 490,000 |
| Flexural Strength | ASTM D-790 | psi | 17,000 |
| Flexural Modulus of Elasticity | ASTM D-790 | psi | 490,000 |
| Izod Impact Strength – Molded Notch | ASTM D-256 | ft-lb/in Notch | 0.4 |
| Izod Impact Strength – Milled Notch | ASTM D-256 | ft-lb/in Notch | 0.28 |
| Tensile Impact Strength | ASTM D-1822 | ft-lb/in2 | 20 |
| Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 0 cycles | ASTM D-1044 | Haze, % | 0 |
| Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 10 cycles | ASTM D-1044 | Haze, % | 11.2 |
| Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 50 cycles | ASTM D-1044 | Haze, % | 24 |
| Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 200 cycles | ASTM D-1044 | Haze, % | 24.9 |
| Rockwell Hardness | ASTM D-785 | M-95 |
| Thermal | Test method | Units | OPTIX DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Service Temperature | °F | 170-190 | |
| Softening Temperature | °F | 210-220 | |
| Melting Temperature | °F | 300-315 | |
| Deflection Temperature 264 psi | ASTM D-648 | °F | 203 |
| Deflection Temperature 66 psi | ASTM D-648 | °F | 207 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion - 30 to 30°C | ASTM D-696 | in/(in-°F ) x 10-5 | 3.0 |
| Thermal Conductivity | ASTM C-177 | BTU-ft/(hr-ft2-°F) | 0.075 |
| Flammability (Burning Rate) | ASTM D-635 | In/minute | 1.019 |
| Smoke Density Rating | ASTM D-2843 | % | 3.4 |
| Self-Ignition Temperature | ASTM D-1929 | °F | 833 |
| Flame Spread Index | ASTM E84 | 115 | |
| Smoke Developed Index | ASTM E84 | 550 |
These suggestions and data are based on information we believe to be reliable. They are offered in good faith, but without guarantee, as conditions and methods of use are beyond our control. We recommend that the prospective user determine the suitability of our materials and suggestions before adopting them on a commercial scale.