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AUTOFLEX EB
Polyester film is tougher and more durable than polycarbonate and PVC films. It offers enhanced
chemical resistance and dramatically improved flex life. The Autoflex range of hard coated polyester
films extends the functionality of polyester film into areas demanding high abrasion resistance together
with excellent receptivity to graphic inks and selective textures. Autoflex EB has been developed for
applications requiring a combination of high abrasion resistance and flexibility, such as embossed
membrane switches and thermoformed CRT displays.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Autoflex EB is a high quality, embossable, hard coated polyester film, consisting of a base polyester
and an embossable, texturable, chemically bonded UV-cured hard surface coating. It is available in
sheets and rolls, print receptive side cling film laminated as standard.
Product range: Autoflex EB Gloss G130, G180, G250
Gloss finish (93% gloss level) 130, 180 and 250 micron
Autoflex EB Antiglare A130, A180, A250
Antiglare finish (55% gloss level) 130, 180 and 250 micron
Primer: Autoflex EB has an ink adhesion primer on the second surface. This primer
confers excellent adhesion to a wide range of solvent based graphic inks. The
primer is not recommended for use with UV cured graphics inks or a
combination of solvent and UV graphic inks because the adhesion
performance will be inconsistent. A special primer is available for use with
UV inks upon request.
Textures: Autoflex EB can be screen printed with Fototex to obtain
selective textures (see Fototex Product Data Sheet).
PRODUCT APPLICATIONS
Autoflex EB is used as a substrate in the following markets:
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Markets Major Benefits
Membrane switch overlays qExcellent scratch resistance
Touch screens qChemical and household cleaner
Facia panels resistance even at the edges
Nameplates qReceptive to Fototex texturing varnishes
Labels/Product marking qEmbossable
qConsistent gloss/antiglare surface
qAttractive appearance
q Superior flex life
PRODUCT PERFORMANCE
Property Autoflex EB Test Method
CHEMICAL
q Chemical resistance Resistant to:
Alcohols
Dilute acids
Dilute alkalis
Esters
Hydrocarbons
Ketones
Household cleaning agents
DIN 42 115
MECHANICAL
q Switch life
q MIT fold durability >5 million flexes
>20,000 folds transverse direction Autotype Method1
ASTM D2176
OPTICAL
q Gloss level Gloss 93%
Antiglare 55% ASTM D2457-702
PHYSICAL
q Abrasion resistance
q Pencil hardness
<5% haze - 100 cycles, CS10F wheel,
500g (gloss finish only)
3H
ASTM D1044-822
Autotype Method1
THERMAL
q Dimensional stability 0.3% maximum shrinkage at 120°C Autotype Method1
Autoflex polyester films have limited long term resistance to UV light and therefore are not recommended for prolonged use
outdoors (see Autotex UV).
1See Test Method Manual
2Adapted to Autotype Method. See Test Method Manual (contained in the Technical Manual)
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WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
See Technical Manual for comprehensive printing, cutting and embossing recommendations.
HAZARDS
None associated with this product.
WARNINGS
None associated with this product.
FIRE PRECAUTIONS
Polyester films will burn with difficulty. Extinguisher method recommended - foam or water.
FIRST AID
No chemical related injury is anticipated from the use of this product.
ENVIRONMENTAL
EC Regulation 594/91 classifies ozone depleting substances into a number of different groups, I-VI.
Autotex does NOT contain any substance classified in groups I-VI nor have any of the substances
been used by Autotype during manufacture.
For details of the content of each of the groups, please see separate Ozone Depleting Substances
Document.
DISPOSAL
The range of products comprises films with a chemically treated surface which renders them difficult to
recycle in normal PET recovery schemes. The product contains no substances listed on the EC Black
or Grey lists and may be safely disposed of in a landfill or by authorised incineration.
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The information and recommendations in this publication are believed to be accurate and are offered in good faith but do not
constitute specifications. Suggestions concerning uses and applications are only the opinion of Autotype International Limited and
users should carry out their own testing procedures to confirm suitability for their purposes. Except in the case of death or personal
injury caused by the materials, Autotype International Limited MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AND EXCLUDES ANY
STATUTORY WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED other than that materials conform to their current applicable standard
specification. Statements herein therefore should not be construed as guarantees of satisfactory quality or fitness for purpose. The
responsibility of Autotype International Limited for claims arising out of breach of guarantee, negligence, strict liability or
otherwise is limited to the purchase price of the material.
Suggestions concerning working practices and procedures are based on the practices adopted by existing users of the products and are
made in good faith. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO ENSURE THAT ALL RELEVANT HEALTH AND
SAFETY LAWS AND REGULATIONS ARE COMPLIED WITH. Autotype International Limited does not provide any advice on
such laws and regulations and accepts no responsibility, express or implied, for breach of such regulations.
Statements concerning the use of products described herein should not be construed as recommending the infringement of any patent
and no liability for infringement arising out of such use is assumed.
DECEMBER 2001
