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OPTIX^®

Optix is the tradename for Plaskolite's continuously processed, high-quality acrylic sheet. Optix Acrylic Sheet is ideal for almost any fabrication or glazing application. Optix exceeds industry standards for quality and safety and its impact-resistance will prohibit the sheet from shattering into sharp edged pieces like glass. Special U.V. stabilization protects the sheet from yellowing and is backed by a 10-year warranty.

Primary applications for Optix include fabrication, picture framing, skylights, displays, signage, lighting and point of purchase. Optix is available in colored, impact modified, green edged and patterned sheet. For fabricating convenience, Optix Acrylic Sheet can be ordered in custom sizes and thicknesses using Plaskolite's "Run-to-Size" program.

For more information on Optix® FG High Molecular Weight Acrylic Sheet, please click here.

For more information on Optix® DP Impact Modified Acrylic Sheet, please click here.

Physical Properties

Optix acrylic is crystal clear, durable, weather-resistant and lightweight for easy transport and storage. It also offers the advantages of high molecular weight for ease of fabrication, low heat loss economy and an attractive edge color.

Optix acrylic is available in a variety of colors non-glare, patterned, translucent, and transparent colors. It is produced in thicknesses ranging from .040" to .500" and sheet widths up to 100".

Safety Concerns

Optix acrylic sheet is a combustible thermoplastic which will ignite and burn if placed in an open flame or in contact with any other source of ignition. When working or storing, please be aware of the thermoplastic properties and take into consideration fire precautions.

Sheet Tolerances (on line)

Optix sheet is produced to tolerances of +/- 1/16 length and width on sizes 42" and smaller. Sheet sizes greater than 42" up to 60" are produced to length and width tolerances of +/- 3/32". All sheet sizes greater than 60" are produced to length and width tolerances of +/- 1/8" (-0, +1/4 on 48" x 96" stock sizes and above.)

Sheet Squareness (on line)

Optix sheet is produced to squareness tolerances of +/- 1/8" on sizes 42" and smaller. Sheet sizes greater than 42" to 60" squareness is +/- 3/16 and sheet sizes greater than 60" squareness is +/- 1/4.

Sheet Thickness

Optix sheet is produced within industry standards of +/- 10% on thickness. Minimum thicknesses available. Call Alro Plastics at (800) 877-2576 for quotation and production minimums.

.060	.080	.093
.100	.118	.125
.177	.187	.220
.236	.250	.375 & .500

Standard Sheet Sizes

48 x 96	51 x 100
60 x 96	72 x 96

Run-to-Size Sheet

Custom sizes, thicknesses, colors, masking and packaging are available upon request. Call Alro Plastics for a price quotation, production minimums, and delivery information.

Sheet Edges

Edges are supplied slit, hot sheered, and saw cut.

Sheet Masking

Optix sheet is supplied with blue polyethylene masking on two sides. Papermasking is available upon request.

PROPERTIES	ASTM	UNITS	VALUES
Specific Gravity Optical Refractive Index Light Transmitance (sample thickness .100) Total Haze Sound Transmission (.125) thickness) Water Absorption Shrinkage	D792 D542 D1003 E 90-70 E 413 D570 D702	% % db % by weight % shrinkage	1.19 1.46 92 2 27 .40 .42 .33
Mechanical	.	.	.
Tensile Strength Max. Tensile Elongation Max. Modulus of Elasticity Max. Flexural Strength Izod Molded Notch 1/2" x 2-1/2" x 1/4" bar @ 73ºF Izod Milled Notch 1/2" x 2-1/2" x 1/4" bar @ 73ºF Tensile Impact Strength Abrasion Resistance 0 cycles 10 cycles 50 cycles 200 cycles Rockwell Hardness .250 Sample	D638 D790 D256-56 D1822 D1044 D785	psi % psi psi ft lbs/inch of notch ft lb/in2 Haze, % Haze, % Haze, % Haze, %	10,100 5.1 431,000 14,600 .4 .28 20 2 15 30 50 M-93
Thermal	.	.	.
Maximum Recommended Continuous Service Temperature Softening Temperature Melting Temperature Deflection Temperature Defelction Temperature Load, Unannealed 3.6ºF/minute, 264 psi 3.6ºF/minute, 66 psi Coefficient of Thermal Expansion -40ºF -20ºF 0ºF 20ºF 40ºF 60ºF 80ºF 100ºF Thermal Conductivity Flammability (Burning Rate) Smoke Density Rating Self-Ignition Temp Flame Spread Index/ Smoke Developed Index	D648 C177 D635 D2843-77 D-1929 E-84-86	ºF ºF ºF ºF ºF ^ins/in/ºFx 10-5 BTU (HR)(Ft2)(ºF)/in ins/minute .060" .236" % .236" ºF .236" .375" .236"	170-190 210-220 300-315 190 205 2.7 2.9 3.1 3.2 3.4 3.6 3.9 4.3 .9 1.019 .318 .36 833 110 115
Chemical	.	.	.
Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Isopropyl Alcohol Lacquer Thinner Toluene Solvesso 100	ARTC modification of MIL-P-6997	psi psi psi psi	900 500 1,300 1,600

Other Materials Available

Duplex^TM - High Impact Acrylic
Green Edge Acrylic
Patterned Acrylic & Polystyrene Sheet
Sign Grade Roll Stock
Durafab
Co-Polyester PETG Sheet
Fabback Mirrored Sheet

Exciting "Run-to-Size" Program Offered by Plaskolite

Plaskolite Inc. now offers a "Run-to-Size" program that allows the company the flexibility of running acrylic, impact-modified acrylic, polystyrene or acrylic mirror sheet per your specifications.

The advantages of this unique "Run-to-Size" program include less scrap, less wear and tear on equipment, less warehouse space needed to store material and in the end--less money. Additionally, customers are no longer limited to purchasing only 4 x 8 sheets.

Plaskolite Inc.'s "Run-to-Size" program allows you to be the decision-maker on the size of the sheet needed for your application.

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