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Plaskolite TUFFAK® VR

TUFFAK VR polycarbonate sheet FLEXIBLE ENCLOSURE TUFFAK VR sheet is a polycarbonate product designed for high optical quality and exceptional durability. Proprietary UV technology ensures long lasting outdoor weathering performance while protecting occupants from the suns harmful UV rays. State-of- the-art manufacturing processes provide low optical distortion for clear views and unparalleled sight lines. TUFFAK VR can be easily cut and sewn offering a high clarity wrinklefree alternative to flexible vinyl. The product can be rolled making it ideal for applications with limited storage. TUFFAK VR maintains its impact strength in extreme temperatures to -30F. TUFFAK VR is offered with a five 5 year Limited Product Warranty against breakage. The terms of the warranty are available upon request. APPLICATIONS Marine flexible enclosures tent and awning enclosures Typical Properties Property Test Method Units Values PHYSICAL Specific Gravity ASTM D 792 1.2 Light Transmission Clear 0.040 ASTM D 1003 90 Izod Impact Strength Notched 0.125 ASTM D 256 ftlbsin 16 Izod Impact Strength Unnotched 0.125 ASTM D 256 ftlbsin No Break MECHANICAL Instrumented Impact 0.125 ASTM D 3763 ftlbs 47 Instrumented Impact 0.125 -30F ASTM D 3763 ft.lbs 50 Poissons Ratio ASTM E 132 0.38 Rockwell Hardness ASTM D 785 M70R118 Coefficient of Thermal Expansion ASTM D 696 ininF 3.75 x 10-5 Heat Deflection Temperature 264 psi ASTM D 648 F 270 Heat Deflection Temperature 66 psi ASTM D 648 F 280 THERMAL Typical properties are not intended for specification purposes. TUFFAK VR polycarbonate sheet Impact Resistance 50 47 Total Energy ftlbs 40 30 20 10 0 2 0.5 Glass Acrylic TUFFAK VR Instrumented Impact per ASTM D 3763 sample thickness 0.125 nominal 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 suitabilit

y of our materials and suggestions before adopting them on a commercial scale. 2018 PLASKOLITE LLC 082018 TUFFAK is a registered trademark of Plaskolite LLC PLASKOLITE 400 Nationwide Blvd Suite 400 Columbus OH 43215 4 plaskoliteplaskolite.com www.plaskolite.com PDS178