What is the heat resistance of Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Papers?
Dura-Bright starts to soften at 75°C/165°F. The film will soften very evenly, which makes polypropylenes like Dura-Bright ideal for thermoforming and bending applications.
FAQ – Properties
This is a collection of FAQs related to the properties of Grafix Plastics products.
Does Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper resist tearing?
Yes it does. Dura-Bright will stretch quite a bit before tearing. It takes a lot to get it to tear!
Can Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Papers be recycled?
Yes, Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Papers be recycled – as long as you recycle them with other polypropylene materials that have the symbol for #5 PP / polypropylene.
How can I print on Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Papers?
Printability is one of Dura-Bright™’s best qualities. Dura-Bright is compatible with screen printing and offset lithography. Before you attempt to print on this type of material, we strongly recommend you contact your ink vendor to see what types of inks can be used with polypropylene sheets. We can even provide you with sample sheets of … Read more
Are Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Papers suitable for outdoor use?
Yes! That’s where Dura-Bright really shines. Not only is it waterproof and tear resistant, this polymer is naturally UV resistant! The product does not have a specific outdoor lifetime rating; product lifetime outdoors will vary with the outdoor conditions the film is exposed to.
Are Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper sheets approved for medical uses / direct skin contact?
Although polypropylene materials are perfectly safe for general purpose direct and indirect skin contact, Dura-Bright sheets are not certified for medical applications.
What are the insulation properties of Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper?
Dura-Bright™ sheets have good insulation properties, but not as good as those of polyester film products like Duralar™ and Mylar®. DuraBright sheets are not as heat-resistant as polyester films, but they do hold up better in cold temperatures.
Is Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper safe for direct food contact?
Not at this time. Because Dura-Bright is a newer product, we have no food safety information. If you are looking for a film or sheet that is approved for direct food contact, we suggest you review our acetate and DuraLar™ product pages.
Does Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper have good electrical properties?
No. Polypropylenes like Dura-Bright have a low melting point, so you want to keep this material away from elevated temperatures – like the heat generated by electricity. For electrical applications, we recommend our Hazy DuraLar™ polyester film products. Please contact us today and we can help you with your specific requirements.
Is Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper biodegradable?
Dura-Bright™ Synthetic Paper is NOT biodegradable. The only biodegradable film product we offer is acetate. However, DuraBright is 100% recyclable with other polypropylenes – as well as phthalate- and lead-free.
