Acrylic Capstock for ABS.

FEAT

URES

Solarkote A acrylic resin capstock provides everything you expect from a cap material.

Vibrant color and gloss

Long-lasting appearance

Excellent UV protection for ABS substrates

Superior clarity, color and UV resistance versus ASA capstocks

Thin application thickness for improved economics while maintaining ABS impact

The performance features of Solarkote A acrylic resin capstock make it the materialof choice for typical capped ABS applications, including marine, personal watercraft,recreational vehicles, lawn/garden, building/construction, automotive accessories,outdoor enclosures, tubs, spas and pool accessories.

SOLARKOTE Aacrylic capstock–

the best way to top ABS.

Color Retention

Gloss Retention

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Appearance sells and Solarkote A acrylic resin

capstock excels in this regard.The rich, vibrant

appearance of Solarkote A withstands the test

of time and nature’s elements.The clarity, color

and UV resistance of a Solarkote A surface

are superior to that experienced with ASA

capstocks.The durability of a Solarkote A

surface ensures the long-lasting appearance

intended for your application.

Weatherability/Appearance

Impact Strength - Rework

Impact Strength - Capped ABS

First Surface Instrumented Dart Impact, 0.125" ABS *

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First Surface Instrumented Dart Impact, 0.125" ABS*

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The UV screening characteristics of Solarkote A

acrylic resin permit reduced cap layer thickness. Less

cap means improved economics and maintained ABS

impact performance. Six to twelve mils provide long-

lasting appearance and substrate protection superior

to that of conventional capstock materials.

Minimizing cap layer thickness maximizes regrind

performance. 5% to 10% Solarkote A cap (6 to 12

mils on 0.120" substrate) provides UV protection

with 90% ABS first surface impact retention at

rework levels up to 50%.

Impact Resistance

* Impact and regrind performance will vary with the level ofimpact modification of the ABS substrate.Application performancetesting is recommended.

The enhanced UV screening characteristics of Solarkote Aacrylic resin provide improved performance relative totraditional ASA and acrylic-based capstocks. UV protectionof the ABS substrate is accomplished with as little as 6 milsapplication thickness.Traditional capstock materials require2 to 4 times greater thickness for comparable performance.

Solarkote A acrylic resin is inherently colorless. UVscreening performance is accomplished while maintaininghigh visible light transmission.Transmission of visible lightpermits application as a clear coat for a high-end “wet”look.When used as a clear coat, Solarkote A continues to provide UV protection while transmitting visible light.Colorants used in the ABS substrate intended for clear coat applications need to be “visible light” stable for long term performance.

Solarkote A acrylic resin is readily colored.The transparencyof Solarkote A permits full rendition of colorants for aricher, more vibrant appearance than is attainable withASA. Contact an Altuglas International representative for recommendations on colorants and carrier systems for Solarkote A.

UV Protection

UV Transmission–Solarkote A at 12-mil thickness

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Transmission Characteristics

Physical Properties

PROPERTY TEST METHOD VALUE

Specific Gravity ASTM D792 1.15

Melt Flow Rate ASTM D1238 1.6g/10 min

Luminous Transmission ASTM D1003 90%

Haze ASTM D1003 <2%

Gloss 60˚/20˚ ASTM D523 88/82

Tensile Strength, maximum ASTM D638 5,500 psi

Tensile Elongation, Break ASTM D638 50%

Flexural Strength, maximum ASTM D790 10,300 psi

Flexural Modulus ASTM D790 270,000 psi

HDT @ 66 psi, annealed ASTM D648 192º F

Notched Izod Impact ASTM D256 1.1 ft-lbs/in

Rockwell Hardness ASTM D785 110 R-scale

Rockwell Hardness ASTM D785 45 M-scale

Arkema Inc. Inc.2000 Market Street • Philadelphia, PA 19103-3222

Tel.: (215) 419-7000 Fax: (215) 419-5511

The statements, technical information and recommendations contained 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 as to any results

obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information; NO WARRANTY OF FIT-

NESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WAR-

RANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE GOODS DESCRIBED OR THE INFORMA-

TION PROVIDED HEREIN. 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 patent infringement.

See MSDS for Health & Safety Considerations.

Altuglas® and Solarkote® are registered trademarks belonging to Arkema.

©2001 Arkema Inc.

Company Contacts

Customer Service800-523-1532

Technical Service800-217-3258

Web Sitewww.altuglasint.com

www.solarkote.com

Solarkote acrylicresin is a combustible

thermoplastic. Observe fireprecautions appropriate for com-parable forms of wood and paper.

For building uses, check codeapprovals. Impact resistance is

a factor of thickness. Avoid exposure to heat or aromatic

solvents. Clean with soap and water.Avoid abrasives.

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