Royalite R60-LS

ROYALITE® R60-LS (R61) thermoplastic sheet is formulated to meet the smoke and fire specifications recommended by the Federal Transit Administration (formerly UMTA.) It consistently meets FTA guidelines for flammability* and smoke emission* as measured by ASTM E-162 and ASTM E-662 respectively, at thicknesses of 0.090" and greater. This fact should be carefully considered when designing parts, as end use compliance may be based on the thickness of the part when it is installed.

APPLICATIONS:
The combination of properties provided by ROYALITE® R60-LS (R61) sheet makes it the product of choice for a wide range of applications. It is ideally suited for applications in mass transportation i.e. seat backs, overhead storage bins, trays, side panels, window surrounds, etc. Potential applications include office equipment, interior building facades and industrial equipment where reduced smoke generation is desirable.

PROCESSING:
ROYALITE® R60-LS (R61) thermoplastic sheet can be processed on most standard thermoforming equipment using conventional forming methods. For some complex shapes and deep draw parts, it may be necessary to use predraw boxes and/or plug assists. It is suitable for use with aluminum and epoxy molds and fine-grain wood molds such as mahogany. Temperature-controlled molds are recommended with the temperature maintained between 140°F-155°F. Care must be taken in forming so as not to overheat the sheet since ROYALITE® R60-LS (R61) is a PVC/acrylic alloy. Stock temperatures of approximately 330°F-380°F (infrared measured) are recommended for proper forming. As with any thermoplastic material, care should be taken to account for the coefficient of thermal expansion when considering design parameters. Please contact Royalite for data relating to a specific application or equipment.

COLORS & TEXTURES:
ROYALITE® R60-LS (R61) is offered in a tremendous range of colors with a multitude of textures ranging from smooth to deep-textured. This Royalite product is capped with calendered film, which provides exceptional color and gloss control, plus outstanding grain retention after forming.

FINISHING:
With conventional plastic fabricating tools, it is possible to machine, saw, drill, rout and grind this rigid Royalite sheet. It can be punched and die-cut, and paints can be applied by spray, silk screen or roller coating. For optimum performance, paints formulated for plastics must be used. As long as proper procedures are followed, this material can be joined to other materials, or itself, by adhesive bonding, ultrasonic welding and by mechanical fasteners such as screws and rivets. Please contact Royalite for specific recommendations.

AVAILABILITY:
ROYALITE® R60-LS (R61) is available in various custom colors, grain textures, gauges and blank sizes subject to normal production scheduling. Maximum width available is 60". The available gauge range is 0.090"-0.250". Widths and gauges outside the standard are available with some restrictions.

CLEANABILITY:
As with all plastics, extreme care should be taken when selecting a cleaning agent. Mild soap and water are recommended. Any other solution should be used with extreme caution as it may cause discoloration or degrade the material. Contact Royalite for suggested guidelines.