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TUFFAK ® GP-V Flame Retardant UV Stabilized Polycarbonate

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General Info

TUFFAK GP-V sheet is a polished surface, UV stabilized, transparent polycarbonate product. GP-V is a flame retardant grade with a UL 94 V-2 rating at 0.060˝ and greater, then improves to V-0 rating at 0.220˝ and greater. Other properties include outstanding impact strength, superior dimensional stability, high temperature resistance, and high clarity. This lightweight thermoformable sheet is also easy to fabricate and decorate. TUFFAK GP-V sheet is offered with a five (5) year Limited Product Warranty against breakage. The terms of the warranty are available upon request.

Light Transmission

Property	Test	Value
Light Transmission, Clear @ 0.118˝	ASTM D1003	86%
Light Transmission, I30 Gray @ 0.118˝	ASTM D1003	50%
Light Transmission, K09 Bronze @ 0.118˝	ASTM D1003	50%
Light Transmission, I35 Dark Gray @ 0.118˝	ASTM D1003	18%

Regulatory code compliance and certifications

ANSI Z97.1-2009, 2015: American National Standard for Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings - Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test, Class A, Unlimited

CPSC 16 CFR 1201 Category I and Category II: Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Materials

UL 94: Flammability File #E87887

UL 972: Burglary Resistant Glazing Materials, UL File #BP2126

UL 746C: Suitability for Outdoor Use, UL File #E87887*

*TUFFAK GP-V products have limited weathering properties, contact us for more information.

Key Properties

Flame retardant grade
High impact strength
High clarity
Thermoformable
UV Stabilized

Limitations

Limited Chemical Resistance
Poor Scratch Resistance

Applications

Applications
Device Screens
Displays
Illuminated Signage
Museum
Outdoor Signage
Partitions
Sound Barriers
Wall Features
Windows

Resin Trade Names

Manufacturer Trade Names

TUFFAK ® GP-V Polycarbonate

Boedeker Plastics, Inc. stocks & supplies plastic sheet, rod, tube, film and custom profiles and machine parts from these shapes that are produced from plastic resin. In many cases the manufacturer of the shape has their own product trade name. If your specification calls for a specific resin grade or manufacturer trade name, we can supply a shape made from that resin to meet your specification or suggest an equal. If you require a specific resin or brand it must be specified at the time of order.

Available Sizes

Sheet Only Note: Some colors and sizes may have minimums and longer lead times. Color Masking Thickness x W x L Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .060 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .060 x 48 x 114 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .093 x 48 x 96 inch Bronze K09 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .118 x 48 x 48 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .118 x 48 x 96 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .118 x 48 x 48 inch Clear No Masking .118 x 48 x 96 inch Gray I35 Printed Paper / Plain Paper .118 x 48 x 96 inch Bronze K09 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .177 x 48 x 96 inch Bronze K09 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .177 x 48 x 48 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .177 x 48 x 48 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .177 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .177 x 20.75 x 26.75 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .177 x 20.75 x 26.75 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .200 x 37 x 46.25 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .200 x 30 x 43.25 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 72 x 96 inch Bronze K09 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 48 inch Bronze K09 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 96 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 48 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Paper / Plain Paper .236 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 45 x 42 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 45 x 35 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 79 x 43 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 68 x 43 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 52 x 43 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 79 x 35 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 68 x 35 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 55 x 34 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 52 x 33 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 34.75 x 43.25 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 26.5 x 42.25 inch Gray I35 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 96 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 37 x 46.25 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 35.5 x 49.25 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 34.75 x 43.25 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 26.5 x 42.25 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 26 x 42.5 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 30 x 43.25 inch White B72 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 96 inch Black L10 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 48 x 96 inch Gray I30 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .236 x 31.25 x 40.75 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .289 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .375 x 48 x 48 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .375 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Paper / Plain Paper .375 x 48 x 96 inch Bronze K09 Printed Masking / Plain Masking .375 x 48 x 120 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .500 x 48 x 96 inch Clear Printed Masking / Plain Masking .500 x 48 x 48 inch

Available Colors

Transparent Clear
Black L10
Bronze K09
Gray 130
Gray 135
White B72
Custom Colors - Minimums and Longer Lead Times Apply

Safety Data Sheet

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Typical Properties of TUFFAK ® GP-V Flame Retardant UV Stabilized Polycarbonate

DETAIL
Description			Value
Material Type			Amorphous Thermoplastic
Chemical Name			PC Polycarbonate
Trade Name			TUFFAK ® GP-V Polycarbonate
Additives			Proprietary Additives
Color			Transparent Clear
Manufacturer			Plaskolite
PHYSICAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Density	ASTM D792	g/cm³	1.2
	ASTM D792	lb/in³	0.043
Water Absorption, 24 hrs, Immersion	ASTM D570	% by wt.	0.15
MECHANICAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Tensile Strength	ASTM D638	psi	9,000
Tensile Modulus	ASTM D638	psi	340,000
Tensile Elongation at Break	ASTM D638	%	110
Flexural Strength	ASTM D790	psi	13,500
Flexural Modulus	ASTM D790	psi	345,000
Compressive Strength	ASTM D695	psi	12,500
Compressive Modulus	ASTM D695	psi	345,000
Hardness	ASTM D785	Rockwell	R118
IZOD Impact-Notched	ASTM D256	ft-lb/in	18
THERMAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion	ASTM D696	x 10-5 in./in./°F	3.75
Heat Deflection Temp	ASTM D648	°C at 264 psi	132
	ASTM D648	°F at 264 psi	270
Max Continuous Operating Temp		°C	121
		°F	250
Minimum Operating Temp		°C	-30
		°F	-22
Thermal Conductivity	ASTM C117		1.35
Flammability Rating	UL94	NA	V-2 @.030" \| V-0 @ .220"
ELECTRICAL
Property	Test	Unit of Measure	Value
Dielectric Strength	ASTM D149	V/mil	380
Dielectric Constant at 1 MHz	ASTM D150	NA	3.17
Dissipation Factor at 1 MHz	ASTM D150	NA	0.001
COMPLIANCE
Description			Value
FDA			No
USDA			No
NSF			No
3-A Dairy			No
Canadian Food Inspection Agency			No
USP Class VI			No
OTHER
Description			Value
UV Resistant			Yes
Relative Cost			$$
Machinability			3

Relative cost based on a scale of one dollar sign ($) as the lowest to ten dollar signs ($$$$$$$$$$) as the highest. Machinability based on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the easiest and 10 being the most difficult to machine. NOTE: All information contained on www.boedeker.com, downloadable documents and printed literature is intended for technical reference only and considered to be accurate for reference purposes only. Boedeker Plastics, Inc. makes no guarantee and offers no warranty for fitness in use and strongly recommends the user validate any plastic, machined part, or product in a specific application for fitness in use.

TUFFAK® is a registered trademark of Plaskolite.