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Technical Data Sheet

HIGH INTENSITY PRISMATIC REFLECTIVE SHEETING

TDS No. B-309
Effective Date: 12-Jun-2006

Description:


Brady B-309 is High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Sheeting with black characters bordered with photoluminescent  (glow-in-the dark) material and backed with a pressure sensitive adhesive.


Details:

Use:
Brady B-309 is used for general labeling;  designed for permanent applications indoors as well as severe outdoor environments.  Special acrylic adhesive adheres strongly, making marker removal difficult.
 
Special Properties 
The ultra reflective technology allows for maximum visibility from a greater distance, wider angle and lower light source than standard reflective vinyl, while the photoluminescent boarder gives the character distinct definition in blackout conditions.
 
Illumination Characteristics
Illumination:21.6 lux (2 foot-candles) for 2 hrs with a 4100K cool white fluorescent lamp.
Luminance (after illumination):
10 minutes >29 mcd/m2
60 minutes >7 mcd/m2
90 minutes >5 mcd/m2
120 minutes >3 mcd/m2

Adhesive Type:
Pressure sensitive acrylic 

Substrate Type:
Reflective Sheeting

Standard Material Colors:
Silver

Standard Legend Colors:
Black with Photoluminescent  border

Relevant Standards:
Exceeds application requirements of Type III & IV per ASTM - D 4956 

Thickness (PSTC-33)
0.0155 in. (0.3937 mm)

 Minimum Application Temperature
 65°F or 18°C
 
Adhesive Properties:
Adhesion to Steel (PSTC-1)
15 Minute Dwell (Avg.) -- destroys
Ultimate Dwell (72 Hrs.) (Avg.) -- destroys

Abrasion Resistance (Method 5306 of U.S. Federal Test Method Std. No. 191A):
CS17 wheels, 1000g. weight
Legend withstands 334 cycles

Gloss (ASTM D523):
60°gloss on reflective area - 92 Gardner gloss units

Service Temperature:
-40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)

Average Outdoor Durability:
Up to 12 years outdoors (average expected outdoor life of product will depend on user definition of failure and climatic conditions).

Chemical Resistance:

REAGENT
7 DAY IMMERSION
DIP TEST
RUB TEST
30% Sulfuric Acid
NE
NE
NE
10% Sulfuric Acid
NE
NE
NE
30% Hydrochloric Acid
NE
NE
NE
10% Hydrochloric Acid
NE
NE
NE
Glacial Acetic Acid
F
F
F
5% Acetic Acid
NE
NE
NE
50% Sodium Hydroxide
NE
NE
NE
10% Sodium Hydroxide
NE
NE
NE
10 % Ammonia
NE
NE
NE
5% Sodium Hypochlorite
NE
NE
NE
10% Sodium Chloride

NE

NE

NE
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
F
F
F
Acetone
F
F
F
Toluene
F
F
F
Methanol
F
F
F
Isopropyl Alcohol
NE
F
F
Heptane
NE
NE
NE
Mineral Spirits
NE
NE
NE
Turpentine
NE
NE
NE
Kerosene
NE
NE
NE
Diesel Fuel
NE
NE
NE
Gasoline
F
NE
NE
ASTM #3 Oil
NE
NE
NE
SAE 20 Oil
NE
NE
NE
10% Sodium Chloride
NE
NE
NE
Alconox®
NE
NE
NE
Formula 409® Cleaner

NE

NE

NE
Water
NE
NE
NE
NE = No Effect
F = Failed (affected Sample)

7 Day Immersion: Immersed in reagent for 7 days.
Dip Test: Five 10 minute dips in reagent with 30 minute recovery.
Rub Test: Rubbed sample for 1 minute with swab soaked in reagent.

Shelf Life
1 year when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 40% to 50% R.H.






Trademarks:
ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials (U.S.A.)
Alconox® is a registered trademark of Alconox Co.
Fed. Spec.: United States Federal Specification (U.S.A.)
Formula 409® is a registered trademark of the Chlorox Company
PSTC: Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (U.S.A.)
SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers (U.S.A.)

Note: All values shown are averages and should not be used for specification purposes.
Test data and test results contained in this document are for general information only and shall not be relied upon by Brady customers for designs and specifications, or be relied on as meeting specified performance criteria. Customers desiring to develop specifications or performance criteria for specific product applications should contact Brady for further information.

Product compliance information is based upon information provided by suppliers of the raw materials used by Brady to manufacture this product or based on results of testing using recognized analytical methods performed by a third party, independent laboratory. As such, Brady makes no independent representations or warranties, express or implied, and assumes no liability in connection with the use of this information.


WARRANTY
Brady products are sold with the understanding that the buyers will test them in actual use and determine for themselves their adaptability to their intended uses. Brady warrants to the buyers that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship, but limits its obligation under this warranty to replacement of the product shown to Brady's satisfaction to have been defective at the time Brady sold it. This warranty does not extend to any persons obtaining the product from the buyers. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, express or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, and of any other obligations or liability on Brady's part. Under no circumstances will Brady be liable for any loss, damage, expense, or consequential damages of any kind arising in connection with the use, or inability to use, Brady's products.

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