| Prime Tuff-X 200 HG offers the same great benefit as our Tuff-X 200 but also has a very high gloss before and after forming. Using the Gardner Gloss Meter at 60° angle gloss levels of 85 to 90 have been obtained after forming. Applications: This combination of materials is ideal for such applications as automotive, power tools, irrigation, fluid handling, lawn and garden, electronics, RV Interior and exterior parts. Processing: Prime Tuff-X 200 HG is a Semi-crystalline material that behaves differently in the thermoforming process when compared to an amorphous material like HIPS or ABS. Ideal forming conditions; mold temp. 170-190°F, Sheet temp. 320-360°F, part removal temp. 145-170°F. Aluminum temperature controlled grit blasted tools are preferred. Ceramic tools also work well if glass bead blasted. Quartz or ceramic heaters are preferred when working with Tuff-X. Calrod heaters may sometimes be used but gas fired ovens are not recommended. Finishing: Prime Tuff-X 200 HG can be fabricated by using the same method as the Prime Tuff-X 200. It may also be bonded by using certain adhesives. Prime Tuff-X 200 HG has a high gloss that can even improve in the thermoforming process if properly heated. Scratch and mar issues can be repaired on the gloss surface. Please contact your Primex Plastics representative for more information on finishing, fabricating, or the thermoforming process. Colors, Textures and Capabilities: Prime Tuff-X 200 HG is capable of accepting any color. The substrate may be color matched or a field of color. Both the cap and the substrate are capable of holding < 1.5 Delta E. Tuff-X 200 HG is offered in gauges ranging from .090 to .400 in. and widths up to 120". There are several different patterns available, however, typically this product is used when a smooth high-gloss appearance is required.&& |
