Plexiglas UF-4

Description

(Plexiglas) A registered trademark for a type of UV filtering acrylic sheeting produced by Arkema. Plexiglas® UF-4 is clear and blocks about 90% of the UV radiation. Transmission starts at 385nm.UF-4 typically has better visible light transmission and slightly better edge color than UF-3 (create link). It is typically used as a cover for fluorescent lights.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Plexiglas® G [Arkema]; UF-4 Plexiglas; Plexiglas® UF-3 [Arkema]; Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA); UV filtering acrylic sheeting

Personal Risks

Grinding, sanding, and/or sawing can cause dust which may result in respiratory hazard. Also, the product may release fumes and/or vapor of variable composition, depending on processing time and temperature.

Arkema: SDS

Synonyms and Related Terms

UF-4 Plexiglas

Additional Information

Plexiglas: Website

Sources Checked for Data in Record

• Marjorie Shelley, The Care and Handling of Art Objects, The Metropolitan Museum, New York, 1987

• Book and Paper Group, Paper Conservation Catalog, AIC, 1984, 1989