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PLEXIGLAS® Resist zk5BR

PLEXIGLAS® Resist zk5BR by Roehm is an amorphous polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA). Exhibits excellent light transmission & brilliance, excellent weatherability, high mechanical strength, surface hardness and abrasion resistance. Offers better flowing behavior. It can be processed on extruders with 3-zone general purpose screws for thermoplastics. PLEXIGLAS® Resist zk5BR is particularly suitable for extruding profiles and panels for use in lighting engineering. Used in lighting fixtures, displays and similar extruded items for technical purposes. This grade is listed in AMECA and complies with UL 94 flammability regulations.

PLEXIGLAS® Resist zk5BR Properties

Mechanical Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Tensile Modulus

3200 MPa

(1 mm/min)

ISO 527

Tensile Strain

4 %

(at Break, 5mm/min)

ISO 527

Impact Strength, Charpy

20 kJ/m²

(23°C)

ISO 179/1eU

Injection Molding Properties

Value & Unit

Test Condition

Test Method

Pre-drying Temperature

< 94 °C

Melt Temperature

220 - 260 °C

Mold Temperature

220 - 260 °C

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PLEXIGLAS® Resist zk5BR Properties

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