OPTIX Thin Gauge Acrylic
Crystal clear and incredibly strong, OPTIX Thin Gauge acrylic sheet is engineered specifically for use in today’s electronic applications. Each sheet of Plaskolite OPTIX Thin Gauge is supplied with a low-residue film masking for optical applications
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Product Details
Run-to-size
- Thickness: .031" - .039"
- Width: 5" - 58"
- Length: 14" - 96"
- Features: Weatherable
- Impact modified available with abrasion resistant coating
- Widths available upto to 58"
- Thickness range from .031" - .039"
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| Physical | Test method | Units | OPTIX |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Service Temperature | °F | 170-190 | |
| Softening Temperature | °F | 210-220 | |
| Melting Temperature | °F | 300-315 | |
| Melt Flow Rate | ASTM D-1238 | g/10 min. | 1.5 |
| 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.
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