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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | [PEL] A brand name for a rigid corrugated plastic board sandwiched between two sheets of thin [ | + | [PEL] A brand name for a rigid corrugated plastic board sandwiched between two sheets of thin [[plastic]]. Coroplast is composed of a copolymer of [[polypropylene]] and [[polyethylene]]. The moisture repellent sheets are light, strong, and acid-free. Coroplast boards are used for enclosures, frames, backing, and supports. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 12:21, 13 January 2014
Description
[PEL] A brand name for a rigid corrugated plastic board sandwiched between two sheets of thin Plastic. Coroplast is composed of a copolymer of Polypropylene and Polyethylene. The moisture repellent sheets are light, strong, and acid-free. Coroplast boards are used for enclosures, frames, backing, and supports.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Coroplast® [Coroplast]
Other Properties
Will not burst on Mullen tester. Sheets are 4 mm thick.
| Melting Point | 162.2 |
|---|---|
| Density | 90 g/cc |
Hazards and Safety
May accumulate a static charge.
Additional Information
Preservation Equipment: Website
Authority
- Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002
- A Glossary of Paper Conservation Terms, Margaret Ellis (ed.), Conservation Center of the Institute of Fine Arts, New York City, 1998
- Website address 1 Comment: www.preservationequipment.com/367.html
- Website address 2 Comment: Preserv'Art at http://preservart.ccq.mcc.gouv.qc.ca/ProduitFiche.aspx?NoProduit=P0030