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ORALITE® 5500
Engineer Grade

ORALITE® 5500 Engineer Grade is an advanced RA1, design A reflective sheeting specifically designed for reflective warning and directional signs. With a thickness of 0.110 mm, it offers excellent reflective properties and is available in 8 different colours. This film has an impressive durability of up to 7 years and is suitable for both permanent and temporary applications when used in demanding conditions.

  • High-quality reflective film: Class RA1 reflective film, structure A, 0.110 mm thick, for excellent reflective properties
  • Robust and resistant: Excellent corrosion and solvent resistance for high durability
  • Long durability: Up to 7 years of durability for permanent indoor and outdoor applications
  • Versatile colour range: Available in 8 colours for flexible design of markings and signs

Product information

Technical properties

Resistance

Resistance to cleaning agents No change adhered on aluminium | 8 h in detergent solution (0.5 % household cleaner) at room temperature and 65 °C
Durability 7 Year(s) with professional processing, with vertical outdoor weathering, central European normal climate
Shelf Life 2 Year(s) in original packaging, at 20 °C and 50 % relative humidity
Resistance to solvents and chemicals Oils, Fuels, Greases, Aliphatic solvents, Weak acids, Salts and alkalis
Seawater resistance Tested adhered on aluminium | DIN 50021, after 100 h/ 23 °C no change

Adhesive properties

Adhesive power 15 N/25 mm after 24 h, on stainless steel | Average value, FINAT TM 1
Adhesive Permanent
Processing
Recommended printing procedure Screen printing The ORALITE® screen printing inks of the series 5010 and 5018 are recommended.
Suitable substrate Metals The adhesive was specifically developed for the application on metal surfaces, e.g. aluminium and galvanised sheet steel.
Application temperature Minimum temperature 10 °C
Product Construction
Liner Silicone cardboard PE coated on both sides
Front material Thickness front material: 0.11 mm
Front material: Alkyd resin
Adhesive Solvent-polyacrylate

General

Thickness 0.125 mm Average value, without protective paper
Reflective Characteristics
Reflective Technology Glass bead
Reflectivity Compliance Reflective film structure: Design A
Reflectivity classes: RA1
Dimensions
Format Roll
Standard width 610 mm only available in white
760 mm
1235 mm
Standard length 50 m

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Our safety data sheets / product information consider the state of the SVHC list of 2025-01-21.

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