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LUMAsite®
LUMAsite®sheets and diffusers combine the beauty of acrylic with the strength of fiberglass. Random glass fibers and acrylic are cast together, yielding a sheet material with an incomparable combination of desirable properties including toughness, rigidity, weatherability, and low thermal expansion.
Light TransmissionCold StressPhysical Properties
Burning CharacteristicsGeneralMaterial Photos
Sheet Sizes: All standard colors, except "Diamond Design" varieties are manufactured in the following sheet sizes (minimum order quantities may apply):

4' x 6'; 4' x 8'; 4' x 10'

Oversize sheets are only available in .090 and .118 thicknesses as follows:

4' x 12', 5' x 8', 5' x 10', 5' x 12':
Frost SOS, Frost SOS FR, Rice SOS, White 1000 SOS, White 1000 SOS FR, White 1020, White 1040, Jade SOS, Sky SOS and most other colors

4'W Oversize only: Parchment SOS, Linen SOS

No Oversize available: Crystal, Crystal II SOS, Crystal II POS, White 2020, Coco Reed, Kane, Rattan

COLOR DESCRIPTION GAUGE
Frost-SOS
Parchment-SOS
Rice-SOS
Cobweb Effect, high trans.
"Shoji" effect, high trans. wht
"Shoji" effect, med-high trans.off wht
.045"-.250"
.090"-.125" .187"-.250"
.060"-.125" .187"-.250"
Crystal II
Crystal II-SOS
Crystal II-POS
Near-Clear
Lightly Frosted
Diffused
.060"-.125"
White 1000-SOS
White 1020
White 2020
High diffusion, opalescent
Sign white, translucent
display white, translucent
.045"-.250"
.090"-.150"
.045"-.060"
White 1040
White 1040-POS
Porcelain white, opaque
Opaque white, pebbled
.060"-.150"
Sky-SOS
Jade-SOS
Pale blue "Shoji" effect
Pale green "Shoji" effect
.060"-.125" .187"-.250"
Coco Reed
Kane
Rattan
Med.Brwn cane-like
Natural cane-like
Two-tome cane-like
125"
DD3448 "Diamond Design" metal embedment,
(large diamond opening)
.125"
Orange 02119
Red 315
Blue 02051
Blue 02114
Green 02030
Bright orange, translucent
Fire-engine red, translucent
Medium blue, translucent
Dark blue, translucent
Medium Green, translucent
.060"-.150"
Black 02025
Brown 240-SOS
Brown 239-SOS
Black,opaque
Chocolate brown, opaque
Dark brown, opaque
.060"-.150"
EXIT Red
EXIT Green
Hi-Lite red, efficient
Light emerald, efficient
.045"-.090"

Light Transmissions - lighting & architectural varieties
Color/Gauge .045 .060 .090 .125 .150 .180 .250
Frost-SOS
Parchment-SOS
82 80
71
76
70
72
68
69 64 59
Rice-SOS
White 1000-SOS
71 72
70
65
62
61
58
55 49 42
Sky-SOS
Jade-SOS
52
62
46
55
41
48

Light Transmissions - sign background, light box, EXIT varieties
Color/Gauge .040 .060 .100 .125 .150
White 1020
White 2020
Ivory 02146
Yellow 02037
Red 315

42


46
39
50
40
12
35

42
32
8
30

39
26
7
24



EXIT Red
EXIT Green
19
26
18

All light transmissions are determined using an incandescent light source, and are relative to air (air=100%)
Cold Stress Curvature Limits
Thickness Minimum radius*
.060 5 feet
.090 8 feet
.125 12 feet
*Not applicable to Crystal II varieties. Only gentle simple curvature should be imparted to the Crystal II varieties in any thickness.

Physical Properties
Flexural Strength20,000 psi
Flexural Modulus1,000,000 psi
1,200,000 psi (Crystal II)
Tensile Strength14,000 psi
15,000 psi (Crystal II)
Compressive Strength25,000 psi
22,000 psi (Crystal II)
Impact Str.Izod, notched6 ft lbs/in
10 ft lbs/in (Crystal II)
Coeff. of expansion00002 in/in deg.F (n/a Crystal II)
Burning Characteristics of
Reinforced-Acrylic Sheets & Diffusers

LUMAsite® general-purpose panels incorporate fiberglass reinforcement (about 25% by weight) and acrylic polymer. The GP panel in 1/4" thickness classifies as a CC 2 material, which means that it exhibits a burning rate of less that 2 1/2 inches per minute when tested by the ASTM D-635 method.

LUMAsite® fire retardant panels incorporate the same amount of fiberglass reinforcement, and are not readily distinguished from GP panels. However, the acrylic resin is modified to impart fire retardance using an innovative system that also results in low smoke development.

LUMAsite® fire retardant panels classify as a CC 1 material, which means that they self extinguish when tested by the ASTM D-635 method.

In addition, fire-retardant panels in 1/8" thickness fall into a Class C category (NFPA 255), which means they exhibit a flame spread of less than 200 and a smoke development of less than 450 when tested by the ASTM E 84 method. Actual test values for White 1000 SOS FR in 1/8" thickness were 185 (flame spread) and 175(smoke development).

It is also relevant to note that LUMAsite® panels (both GP and FR) do not drip resin or burning polymer during these tests. Although these test results do not reflect the behaviors of LUMAsite® sheets and diffusers in all fire situations, these results can be helpful to material specifiers and code authorities.

Note that this information applies to reinforced acrylic varieties of LUMAsite® sheets and diffusers, including the Frost-SOS, Parchment-SOS, Rice-SOS and White 1000-SOS diffuser varieties. This information does not apply to "Crystal" varieties of LUMAsite® sheets.

General Information
RICE-SOS is a light diffusing panel with a subtle "Shoji" effect. Often used in oriental decor, fixtures, and interior treatments. Rice-SOS panels combine an off-white rice paper appearance and medium-high light transmission. Like all LUMAsite® sheet varieties, RICE-SOS panels exhibit excellent durability, and are easily cleaned with detergent and water.

PARCHMENT-SOS is a light diffusing panel with a subtle "Shoji" effect. As a lighting diffuser or translucent architectural panel, PARCHMENT-SOS combines a clean white appearance and high light transmission.

FROST-SOS is a light diffusing panel with an exotic "silken-cobweb" effect. As a lighting diffuser or as a light-transmitting architectural panel, FROST-SOS combines striking aesthetics and soft diffusion of light. This effect is also available in delicate tints (Sky-SOS, Jade-SOS)

White 1000-SOS is an opalescent, translucent white. Used as a lighting or glazing panel, White 1000-SOS casts diffused, glare-free light. White 1000-SOS is also used as a sign background where maximum light-transmittance is desired.

White 1020 is a translucent sign white commonly used as a background for signs illuminated with high-output fluorescent lamps. White 1020 illuminates evenly, minimizing "hot spots".

White 1040 is a bright white opaque panel suitable for sign and architectural applications. White 1040 panels are available smooth both sides or pebbled on one side (as in White 1040-POS).

White 2020 offers similar diffusion to 1020 but in thinner gauge (.045" and .060")for smaller signs, displays and illuminated advertising panels..

Standard Color panels are available in 11 colors, including translucent and opaque varieties. Custom colors are also available.

EXIT Red, also referred to as "Hi-Lite Red", is a translucent red diffusing panel intended for EXIT fixtures with stencil face-plates. EXIT Green, also referred to as "Lite Emerald", is a translucent green panel for stencil fixtures. These panels have a very high light transmission, and at the same time, sufficient diffusion to mask the light source and minimize the "hot spots".

Translucent face panels complete with EXIT graphics (including choice of arrow configurations) are manufactured in 6-inch and 8-inch letter height. The face panels are manufactured by the embedment process. Panels incorporate red graphics on a white background. Typical panel size is 10"x14"x.090 for 8 inch letter height; 7"x11"x.090 for 6 inch letter height.

Near-clear Crystal II sheets are acrylic-modified panels that exhibit shatter proof toughness and outdoor durability.

Crystal II panels are used in glazing applications requiring high light transmission and superior impact strength. Panels are available with micrograin gloss, matte, and pebbled surfaces. The standard micrograin gloss is a medium-reflectivity smooth glossy surface that contributes less diffusion than the matte or pebbled surfaces.

Crystal II panels are also used as translucent backgrounds for illuminated signs. Crystal II panels can be decorated on the first or second surface, using vinyl film, paint or silk-screening methods.

Embedments - By embedding various materials into the panel when casting reinforced acrylic modified polyester panels, new vistas are opened to the specifier. Woven cane-like embedments with a natural look include Coco Reed, Rattan and Kane. Honeycomb and Black Lace are knitted fabric embedments with a contemporary look.

Diamond design (DD3448) is the designation given to an embedment panel incorporating 3/4" x 1-1/2" expanded aluminum mesh, resulting in a panel with toughness, rigidity and resistance to penetration. At the same time, the diamond-shaped openings form an attractive pattern that allows generous passage of light.

Embedment of special papers printed with graphic seals the graphics into the panel. Once cast into fiberglass, the sign, display, or decorative panel exhibits superior toughness, durability and vandal-resistance. Common applications for graphic embedments include industrial and safety signage, transit sign panels and interpretive panels for parks, zoos and museums.

 

Crystal II

Crystal II POS

DD3448 - Diamond

Jade SOS

Sky SOS

Frost SOS

Parchment SOS

Rice SOS

White 1000 SOS

Rattan

Kane

Coco Reed

Red 315

Orange 02119

Blue 02051

Brown 240-SOS

Yellow 02037

Black 02025

Blue 02114

EXIT Red

EXIT Green



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