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Acetate (Cellulose Acetate Butyrate, Uvex®)

Acetate film is recommended for printed applications that require superior clarity. Acetate film can easily be die cut, laminated, embossed and it complements reversed screen printed applications.

It does not become limp or distorted under normal temperatures. The high impact resistance of acetate sheeting, withstands crazing or cracking over a wide range of temperatures, under normal stresses.

GENERIC MATERIAL NAME: Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
BRAND NAMES: Tenite®, Uvex®
APPLICATIONS & USES: Printing visual aids, page protection & Animation cells.
MATERIAL CHARACTERISTICS: Easily diecut, Good for transperancies, Abrasion resistant.

MAXIMUM WORKING TEMPERATURE (°F/°C): Melting point 300-400°F / 149-204°C
CHEMICAL RESISTANT TO: Grease & Oils, Water
SOLVENTS: Strong acids, Alkalies, Organic solvents
MILITARY SPEC: MIL-P-21094A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.19-1.23
THIS ITEM IS ALSO ABAILABLE IN: Sheet & Rolls
CUTTING/MACHINING TIPS: Die cutting & By hand!

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