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.
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.
