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Identification & Functionality
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- Applications
RepelFlex AMis a transparent coating designed to provide outstanding antimicrobial, anti-scratch and anti-stain protection to hard or soft plastic surfaces. Ideal applications include the following:
- Mobile device cases and accessories
- Fashion accessories (handbags, belts, wallets, watch bands, etc.)
- Applications where soft-touch haptics are required
- Artificial leather (automotive and aerospace seating, home and office furniture, etc.)
- Footwear
- High touch surfaces, especially public surfaces
- Other applications where the “invisible” protection against microbials and stains is required.
Wet based deposition methods such as dip or wipe are acceptable. Atomized spray preferred. UV curing is achieved at 1,100 to 1300 mJ/cm² using a standard class "H" lamp. For some applications a short bake at 50-70°C is recommended prior to the UV cure step.
Properties
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Technical Details & Test Data
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The unique characteristics of RepelFlex AM result from a combination of proprietary polymers with distinct phases and properties. Balancing the ratio of these polymers is the key to enabling the unique characteristics of transparency, hardness, durability, and flexibility. RepelFlex AM is designed to be applied using simple atomized spray equipment followed by a rapid cure through the exposure to UV light. RepelFlex AM is formulated to be solvent and fluorine-free. Due to UV cure, the material will provide longer lasting durability of the AM features.
- Material Characteristics
- Target Coating Thickness (wet): Transparent: 1.0 to 3.0 um / Soft Touch: 5.0-35.0 μm
- Solvent-free
- Fluorine-free
- Antimicrobial Performance: Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS) Z 2801 – PASS (as tested by Microchem Laboratory, Round Rock, TX)
- Static contact angle: Water 90-97° / Oil (Diiodomethane, CAS No. 75-11-6) 52-61°
- Adhesion: ASTM D3359 - Cross Cut Adhesion Test: (5) - No de-lamination observed
- Flexibility: ASTM D522 - Cylindrical Bend Test/Conical Mandrel – Pass, Static Bending: (R = 5mm, 7 days @70°C) – No deformation or cracking observed
- Anti-Stain: Resistant to common fluids (lotions, condiments, cosmetics, household cleaners, etc.)
- Transparency: ≥ 90%
Storage & Handling
- Handling and Storage
- Storage Recommendations: Tight seal, prevent exposure to light and maintain 10°C – 45°C.
- Shelf Life: 2 years
- Follow good standard industry hygiene practices. Apply in a well-ventilated area. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Avoid: Exposure to heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition
- Store in tightly closed opaque containers under normal warehouse conditions.
- Stable at normal storage temperatures and conditions for up to two years