July 2013 Technical information PLEXIGLAS MC DIFFUSION ACRYLIC SHEET Diffusion with maximum transmission Plexiglas MC Diffusion acrylic sheet is one of the newest product offerings in the Plexiglas family. Designed specifically for the lighting industry the sheet will diffuse light from LED sources without sacrificing significant light transmission. There are two grades available from the Plexiglas MC Diffusion family. Plexiglas MC Diffusion 100 provides a smoother sheet surface and Plexiglas MC Diffusion 200 is a sheet with a textured surface. The diffusion quality is what makes this sheet an exceptional choice for many light source applications. The material is easily designed and has all the fabrication attributes you have come to expect of standard Plexiglas sheet. This versatile material can be used in lighting applications for commercial industrial residential and professional uses. Besides the typical lighting applications Plexiglas MC Diffusion acrylic sheet is a perfect fit for POP displays store fixtures signage and decorative furnishings. Features plexiglas.com Excellent diffusion characteristics Exceptional light transmission Lightweight - Half the weight of glass Easily fabricated and thermoformed Standard thickness of 0.080 and 0.118 Standard sheet sizes Run to size available upon request Visual 8.5 x 8.2 cm or 502 x 484 px in 150 dpi July 2013 Technical information PLEXIGLAS MC DIFFUSION ACRYLIC SHEET Standard Offering Available in standard gauges of 0.080 and 0.118 Standard sheet sizes available Run to size available upon request Plexiglas MC Diffusion 200 Value Measurement method Unit In 0.118 0.118 Specific Gravity ASTM D-972 na 1.18 1.17 Rockwell Hardness ASTM D-785 M scale 74 59 Luminous Transmittance ASTM D-1003 87 84 Haze ASTM D-1003 95 95 Tensile Strength Maximum ASTM D-638 psi 7600 6500 Tensile Strength Yield ASTM D-638 psi 7500 6500 Tensile Elongation Yield ASTM D-638 6.5 5.6 Tensile Modulus of Elasticity ASTM D-638 psi 405000
350000 Flexural Strength Maximum ASTM D-790 psi 13500 12000 Flexural Modulus of Elasticity ASTM D-790 psi 405000 340000 Notched Izod Impact 73oF 23oC ASTM D-256 ft-lbs in 0.5 0.5 Un-notched Charpy 73oF 23oC ASTM D-6110 ft-lbs in 7.7 8.3 Deflection Temp Under Flexural Load 264 psi un-annealed ASTM D-648 o F 174 171 Deflection Temp Under Flexural Load 264 psi annealed 16 hrs 176oF ASTM D-648 o F 198 196 Technical Specifications Plexiglas MC Diffusion 100 Value Physical Nominal thickness for data unless noted Optical Mechanical Thermal Maximum Recommended Continuous Service Temperature o F 145 170 140 - 170 Recommended Thermoforming Temperature o F 275-350 275-350 Craze Resistance Constant Stress Craze Resistance IPA MIL-PRF-8184 psi 1860 1780 Constant Stress Craze Resistance Acetone MIL-PRF-8184 psi 660 460 Flamability and Specification Compliance Self Ignition Temperature ASTM D-1929 o F 860 880 Horizontal Burn Rate ASTM D-635 in min 0.22 0.23 Smoke Density ASTM D-2843 2.1 3.1 The statements technical information and recommendations obtained herein are believed to be accurate as of the date hereof. Since the conditions and methods of use of the product and of the information referred to herein are beyond our control Arkema expressly disclaims any and all liability. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED IS MADE CONCERNING THE GOODS DESCRIBED OR THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. Plexiglas is a registered trade mark of Arkema. The information provided herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be applicable when such product is used in combination with other materials or in any process. The user should thoroughly test any application before commercialization. Nothing contained herein should be construed as an inducement to infringe any patent and the user is advised to take appropriate steps to be sure that any proposed use of the product will not result in
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