Datasheet Saphir Flex 2016 EN v1
Datasheet Saphir Flex 2016 EN v1
Datasheet Saphir Flex 2016 EN v1
SAPHIR® FLEX
• UV Stability
SAPHIR® FLEX is a hard-coated polycarbonate sheet,
glass like in appearance. The high impact strength of • Chemical resistance
polycarbonate is combined with a flexible coating for cold
• More than 10 times the impact strength of high impact
curved applications, improved weatherability and
PMMA
chemical resistance and good protection against
abrasion.
APPLICATION AREAS:
SAPHIR® FLEX is resistant to many of the most common
chemicals Moderately curved applications, Anti-vandal glazing,
security glazing, safety screens and acoustic screens,
SAPHIR® FLEX can be cold formed and allows the end Industrial equipment (machine coverings, machine
user to use the sheets in moderately curved applications. protections)
ALSO AVAILABLE:
1 side coating, any colour or tint.
DELIVERY PROGRAM:
Thickness range: 2 – 12 mm
Version 2016-12-12
SAPHIR® FLEX TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Physical properties
Density 1,2 g/cm3 ISO 1183
Refractive index (20 °C) 1,586 ISO 489
Moisture absorption 24 hours, 23 °C, 50% RH 0,15 % ISO 62
Mechanical properties
Tensile strength at yield (at break) 60 (70) N/mm2 ISO 527
Elongation at yield (at break) 6 (110) % ISO 527
2
Elastic modulus >2300 N/mm ISO 527
2
Flexural modulus >2300 N/mm ISO 178
Charpy unnotched impact strength -40 °C NB kJ/m2 ISO 179/1eU
2
Charpy notched impact strength -30 °C 11 kJ/m ISO 179/1eA
Izod notched impact strength +23 °C 65 kJ/m2 ISO 180/1A
2
Izod notched impact strength -30 °C 10 kJ/m ISO 180/1A
Thermal properties
Linear coefficient of thermal expansion (20-70 °C) 65x10-6 K-1 ISO 11359-2
Thermal conductivity 0,20 W/m.K ISO 8302
Coating properties
Adhesion GT-0 ISO 1044
Taber Abrasion1 CS 10F, 500g, 100 / 500 cycles 4 / <12 % Haze ASTM D 1044
1
Taberhaze: Taber abrader, 500g load, CS 10F wheels, 100 cycles
Properties reported here are typical values. Arla Plast makes no representation that the material in any particular shipment
will conform exactly to the values given. The above information is based upon experience and given in good faith. Due to
many factors which are outside our knowledge and control, no warranty is given or is to be implied with respect to such
information. Detailed product specification and technical manual/information is available on request.