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UV-resistant plastic

UV-resistant plastic

RE: UV-resistant plastic

PMMA, Acrylic, Methyl Methacrylate.

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pat

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RE: UV-resistant plastic

ASA is also a good choice. Also materials that are average in UV can be modifed with the addition of additives to make them more UV resistant.

RE: UV-resistant plastic

Not to forget PC...for extra strenghth and toughness. ASA is marketed on it's ability to retain colour. It has exceptional colour fastness properties and won't fade much over time even in direct sunlight.

Kieran
www.moulddesigner.com

RE: UV-resistant plastic

nbucska

My original answer was as brief as your question. If you want more info, please elaborate, particularly re application and environment of use.
 
 
 
 

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