Use:
Brady B-149 fiberglass signs are designed for use in industrial, utility, commercial, and institutional environments. Common uses include safety signs, utility signs, information signs, traffic signs, and valve tags. The sign construction is recommended for both indoor and outdoor use.
Special Properties:
The sign legends or other graphics are permanently embedded within the sign panel, allowing for use in the most severe environments.
Illumination Characteristics
Illumination: 21.6 lux (2 foot-candles) for 2 hours with a 4100K cool white fluorescent lamp.
Luminance (after illumination):
10 minutes > 11 mcd/m2
60 minutes > 3 mcd/m2
90 minutes > 2 mcd/m2
120 minutes > 1.5 mcd/m2
Substrate Type:
Fiberglass reinforced polyester.
Standard Material Colors:
White and yellow
Standard Legend Colors:
Red, blue, green, and black are the most commonly used. Other colors are also available.
Thickness (ASTM D 1593):
0.100 in. (2.5 mm)
Tensile Strength (ASTM D 638):
17,374 psi (120 MPa)
Flexural Properties (ASTM D 790):
Yield: 32,005 psi (221 MPa)
Modulus: 1,187,647 psi ( 8188 MPa)
Weight (ASTM D 646):
0.70 lb/ft2 (3.5 kg/m2)
Abrasion Resistance (Method 5306 of U.S. Federal Test Method Std. No. 191A):
CS-17 wheels, 1000 g wts.
Legend shows no effect at 53,000 cycles.
Substrate shows no effect at 53,000 cycles.
Gloss:
60° - 64 Gardner units
Service Temperature:
-40ºF to 175ºF (-40ºC to 80ºC)
Average Outdoor Durability:
Should not chip, fade, rust, shatter, or peel for 15 years. After 8-10 years actual outdoor vertical exposure, background colors will be moderately darkened or yellowed. Surface will show moderate fiber bloom. Header and legend graphics will still be clearly legible. Average expected life of product will depend on user's definition of failure, climatic conditions, mounting techniques, and material color.
Chemical Resistance:
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REAGENT
|
7 DAY IMMERSION
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DIP TEST
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| 30% Sulfuric Acid |
NE
|
NE
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| 10% Sulfuric Acid |
NE
|
NE
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| 30% HCI |
NE
|
NE
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| 10% HCI |
NE
|
NE
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| 50% NaOH |
NE
|
NE
|
| 10% NaOH |
NE
|
NE
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| Methyl Ethyl Ketone |
F
|
NE
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| Acetone |
F
|
NE
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| Methanol |
NE
|
NE
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| IPA (Isopropanol) |
NE
|
NE
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| ASTM #3 Oil |
NE
|
NE
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| SAE 20 Oil |
NE
|
NE
|
| Alconox® |
NE
|
NE
|
| Toluene |
NE
|
NE
|
| Mineral Spirits |
NE
|
NE
|
| Glacial Acetic Acid |
NE
|
NE
|
| 5% Acetic Acid |
NE
|
NE
|
| Diesel Fuel |
NE
|
NE
|
| Heptane |
NE
|
NE
|
| 10% Ammonia |
NE
|
NE
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| 5% Sodium Hypochlorite |
NE
|
NE
|
| 10% Sodium Chloride |
NE
|
NE
|
| Turpentine |
NE
|
NE
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| Kerosene |
NE
|
NE
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| Gasoline |
NE
|
NE
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| Water |
NE
|
NE
|
| Formula 409® Cleaner |
NE
|
NE
|
NE = No Effect
NT = Not Tested
F = Failed (affected Sample)
7 Day Immersion: Immersed in reagent for 7 days.
Dip Test: Five 10 minute dips in reagent with 30 minute recovery.
Shelf Life:
Unlimited when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 40% to 50% R.H.
