ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® Films deliver premium, weather-resistant surfaces for PVC window frames, enhancing long-term outdoor performance in even the harshest climatic conditions.
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ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® Films for high-quality PVC laminates
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PVC decorative laminates are used in a wide range of exterior applications, including window frames, house entrance doors, garage doors, façades, and outdoor furniture. Across these applications, they are continuously exposed to UV radiation, weathering, pollution, and mechanical daily wear throughout their service life. Over time, these influences can lead to color fading, surface degradation, and reduced long-term performance.
ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® films for PVC laminates are engineered to preserve color brilliance, surface quality, and long-term performance while offering solutions ranging from UV protection and weather resistance to enhanced cleanability and chemical resistance.
Protecting decorative PVC laminates goes beyond appearance
ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® films for safeguarding both the substrate and the printed décor, helping maintain a premium appearance while providing reliable protection against environmental influences and varying climate conditions. To ensure reliable long-term performance, ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® films offer a wide range of options to suit different climate zones, durability targets, surface finishes, and other industry requirements.
Our UV protection films are engineered to meet the requirements of RAL-GZ 716 / DIN EN 12608-2 and are available in M20 and M30 grades for different climate conditions worldwide.
ACRYLITE® films
Strong protection, premium feel
ACRYLITE® films for PVC laminates are made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and are used as cap films for demanding PVC applications. They protect PVC substrates and printed décor, while featuring
- Absolute clarity
- Excellent weather resistance
- A variety of gloss and matte surface finishes
EUROPLEX® films
Clear appearance, versatile surface finishes
EUROPLEX® films are coextruded 2-layer films composed of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF). Featuring outstanding transparency and a glossy surface, they provide maximum protection for PVC laminates. Key properties include:
- Outstanding surface brilliance
- Exceptional weather resistance
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Anti-soiling properties
- Anti-graffiti protection and easy-to-clean
- Superior embossability for premium soft-matte finishes and improved haptics
Key Benefits at a Glance - ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® Film Grades for PVC laminates
| "+" = Standard "++" = improved |
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| Product | Special Properties | Finish | UV Protection | Chemical Resistance | Anti-Soiling | Anti-Graffiti |
| ACRYLITE® 0F011 | UV stable | Glossy | Enable M30 | + | + | |
| ACRYLITE® 0F095 | UV stable | Matte | Enable M30 | + | + | |
| EUROPLEX® 99710 | 2-layer coextruded film | Glossy | Enable M30 | ++ | ++ | ++ |
LAMINATING GUIDELINES FOR ACRYLITE® AND EUROPLEX® FILMS
In-line heat lamination is the most commonly used method for bonding ACRYLITE® and EUROPLEX® films to a wide range of substrates.
When laminating ACRYLITE® films to PVC, ABS, or PC films and sheet, the materials are joined through a melt-bonding process, eliminating the need for adhesives or primers.
Recommended lamination temperatures depend on several factors, including the grade of ACRYLITE® or EUROPLEX® film used, the composition and thickness of the carrier film or sheet, and the processing speed. For PVC substrates, typical lamination temperatures range from 140°C to 170°C.
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