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Technical Data Sheet

BRADY B-449 THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE REMOVABLE POLYPROPYLENE LABEL STOCK

TDS No. B-449
Effective Date: 05-Jun-2003

Description:

GENERAL
Print Technology: Thermal Transfer
Material Type: White polypropylene
Finish: Matte white
Adhesive: Removable acrylic

APPLICATIONS
Temporary labeling applications requiring solvent resistance and print performance coupled with clean removability.

RECOMMENDED RIBBONS
Brady Series R4300 and R6200


Details:


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
TEST METHODS
AVERAGE RESULTS
Thickness ASTM D 1000
-Total (substrate and adhesive)
 
0.0044 inch (0.112 mm)
Adhesion to:
-Stainless Steel


-Glass


-Aluminum


-Polypropylene		 ASTM D 1000
20 minute dwell
24 hour dwell

20 minute dwell
24 hour dwell

20 minute dwell
24 hour dwell

20 minute dwell
24 hour dwell
 
27 oz/inch (30 N/100 mm)
28 oz/inch (31 N/100 mm)

23 oz/inch (25 N/100 mm)
25 oz/inch (31 N/100 mm)

25 oz/inch (27 N/100 mm)
27 oz/inch (30 N/100 mm)

27 oz/inch (30 N/100 mm)
29 oz/inch (32 N/100 mm)
Tack ASTM D 2979
Polyken™ Probe Tack
(1 second dwell, 1 cm/sec separation)
 
24 oz (700 g)
Tensile Strength and Elongation ASTM D 1000
-Machine
 
24 lbs/inch (420 N/100 mm), 90%
Performance properties tested on B-449 printed with Series R4300 and R6200 ribbons on a BradyPrinter™ THT 300MVP thermal transfer printer. Printed samples were laminated to aluminum and allowed to dwell 24 hours before exposure to the indicated environmental conditions.

PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES
TEST METHOD
TYPICAL RESULTS
Long Term High Service Temperature 30 days at various temperatures No visible effect to label at 194°F (90°C), , surface cracks in label at 212°F (100°C), slight discoloration at 230°F (110°C), severe discoloration at 248°F (120°C).
Low Service Temperature 30 days at -40°F (-40°C)
30 days at -94°F (-70°C)		 No visible effect
Humidity Resistance 30 days at 100°F (37°C)/ and 95% Relative Humidity No visible effect
Weatherability1 ASTM G155, Cycle 1
30 days in Xenon Arc
Weatherometer		 Topcoat becomes chalky
Abrasion Resistance Taber Abraser, CS-10 grinding wheels, 500 g/arm (Fed. Std. 191A, Method 5306) Appearance to print after 100 cycles:
R4300: moderate to severe print removal; print barely legible R6200: moderate print removal print legible
1B-449 is not recommended for long-term outdoor use.

PERFORMANCE PROPERTY
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE

Chemical resistance tested on B-449 printed with Series R4300 and R6200 ribbons on a BradyPrinter™ THT 300MVP thermal transfer printer. Test was conducted at room temperature except where noted. Testing consisted of 30 minute immersion in the specified test fluid. The samples were removed and rubbed 10 times with a cotton swab saturated with the test fluid. The rating scale below shows the effect to the quality of the print for each sample.

CHEMICAL REAGENT
SUBJECTIVE OBSERVATION OF VISUAL CHANGE
EFFECT TO LABEL STOCK/ADHESIVE
EFFECTS TO PRINTED IMAGE*
R4300
R6200
Acetone No visible effect
1
3-4
Isopropyl Alcohol No visible effect
1
1
Toluene No visible effect
3
4-5
Mineral Spirits No visible effect
1
1
Gasoline No visible effect
1
2
Brake Fluid No visible effect
1
4-5
20 wt oil @ 70°C No visible effect
3-4
1
Formula 409® No visibe effect
1-2
5
Northwoods™ Buzz
Saw Degreaser		 No visible effect
5
5
Deionized Water No visible effect
1
1
*After printed image rubbed on; there was no visible effect without rub unless otherwise noted.
Rating Scale:
1=no visible effect
2=slight smear or print removal; detectable but minimal smear
3=moderate smear or print removal (print still legible)
4=severe smear or print removal
5=complete print and/or topcoat removal
NP=print completely removed from label




Trademarks:
BradyPrinter™ is a trademark of Brady Worldwide, Inc.
Formula 409® is a registered trademark of the Chlorox Company
Northwoods™ is a trademark of Superior Chemical Corporation
Polyken™ is a trademark of Testing Machines Inc.
ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials (U.S.A.)
All S.I. Units (metric) are mathematically derived from the U.S. Conventional
Units

Note: All values shown are averages and should not be used for specification purposes.
Test data and test results contained in this document are for general information only and shall not be relied upon by Brady customers for designs and specifications, or be relied on as meeting specified performance criteria. Customers desiring to develop specifications or performance criteria for specific product applications should contact Brady for further information.

Product compliance information is based upon information provided by suppliers of the raw materials used by Brady to manufacture this product or based on results of testing using recognized analytical methods performed by a third party, independent laboratory. As such, Brady makes no independent representations or warranties, express or implied, and assumes no liability in connection with the use of this information.


WARRANTY
Brady products are sold with the understanding that the buyers will test them in actual use and determine for themselves their adaptability to their intended uses. Brady warrants to the buyers that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship, but limits its obligation under this warranty to replacement of the product shown to Brady's satisfaction to have been defective at the time Brady sold it. This warranty does not extend to any persons obtaining the product from the buyers. This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, express or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, and of any other obligations or liability on Brady's part. Under no circumstances will Brady be liable for any loss, damage, expense, or consequential damages of any kind arising in connection with the use, or inability to use, Brady's products.

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