Sheet OPTIX® NB - Noise Barrier Acrylic

OPTIX NB is a continuously-processed acrylic sheet designed to block traffic noise without obstructing views. UV stable and extremely weatherable, OPTIX NB will maintain its impact strength and superior clarity through years of sunlight exposure. OPTIX NB meets the requirements of ZTV-LSW 06, EN 1793 and EN 1794. Available in widths up to 100 in.

Run-to-Size Capabilities

Available Colors

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Custom colors available.

  • Green Edge - 3030
  • SG-Acrylic_Clear

**Colors on screen may not reflect exact matches to physical sheets.

*Non-Stock colors, patterns or sizes may require a minimum quantity order.

Features & Benefits

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Custom color matching and various performance enhancing surface treatments available

Meets the requirements of ZTV-LSW 06, EN 1793 and EN 1794

Available in widths up to 100"

UV stable and weather resistant

Physical

TEST METHOD

UNITS

OPTIX NB

Specific Gravity/Relative Density

ASTM D792

1.19

Optical Refractive Index

ASTM D542

1.49

Light Transmission -Total

ASTM D1003

%

>91

Light Transmission - Haze

ASTM D1003

%

<3

Sound Transmission

ASTM E90 / E413

dB

>30

Water Absorption

ASTM D570

%

0.3

Mold Shrinkage

ASTM D955

mils/in

2-6

Mechanical

TEST METHOD

UNITS

OPTIX NB

Tensile Strength

ASTM D638

psi

10,100

Tensile Elongation – Max.

ASTM D638

%

5.8

Tensile Modulus of Elasticity

ATSM D638

psi

479,000

Flexural Strength

ASTM D790

psi

14,600

Flexural Modulus of Elasticity

ASTM D790

psi

490,000

Izod Impact Strength – Molded Notch

ASTM D256

ft-lb/in Notch

0.4

Izod Impact Strength – Milled Notch

ASTM D256

ft-lb/in Notch

0.28

Tensile Impact Strength

ASTM D1822

ft-lb/in2

20

Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 0 cycles

ASTM D1044

Haze, %

0

Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 10 cycles

ASTM D1044

Haze, %

11.2

Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 50 cycles

ASTM D1044

Haze, %

24

Abrasion Resistance - Change in Haze - 200 cycles

ASTM D1044

Haze, %

24.9

Rockwell Hardness

ASTM D785

M-95

Thermal

TEST METHOD

UNITS

OPTIX NB

Maximum Recommended Continuous Service Temperature

°F

170-190

Softening Temperature

°F

210-220

Melting Temperature

°F

300-315

Deflection Temperature @ 264 psi (1.8 MPa)

ASTM D648

°F

>190

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

ASTM D696

in/in/°F

3.0x10-5

Thermal Conductivity

ASTM C177

BTU-ft/ft2/hr/°F

0.075

Flammability (Burning Rate)

ASTM D635

in/minute

1.019

Flammability

UL 94

HB

Smoke Density Rating

ASTM D2843

%

3.4

Self-Ignition Temperature

ASTM D1929

°F

833

Flame Spread Index

ASTM E84

115

Smoke Developed Index

ASTM E84

550

Chemical

TEST METHOD

UNITS

OPTIX NB

Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Isopropyl Alcohol

ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997

psi

900

Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Lacquer Thinner

ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997

psi

500

Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Toluene

ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997

psi

1,300

Resistance to Stress - Critical Crazing Stress to: Solvesso 100

ARTC Modification of MIL-P6997

psi

1,600

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**Applicable to the acrylic substrate

These suggestions and data are based on information we believe to be reliable. They are offered in good faith, but without guarantee, as conditions and methods of use are beyond our control. We recommend that the prospective user determine the suitability of our materials and suggestions before adopting them on a commercial scale.