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Chemical resistance of plastics

Chemical resistance of plastics

Chemical resistance of plastics

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Chemical Resistance of Materials:
The document provides a detailed table indicating the resistance of various materials such as BC7, PMMA, PC, Polyester, PS, PA, and V2A Stainless Steel against different chemicals. The resistance is categorized as resistant (+), limited resistant (+/-), and not resistant (-). For example, BC7 is resistant to weak acids up to 10%, while V2A Stainless Steel shows resistance to most acids and bases.

General Recommendations:
It is advised to consult the chemical resistance list before using aggressive detergents or installing luminaires in chemically hazardous areas. For environments with potential chemical exposure, appropriate products like stainless steel clips are recommended.

Electrical Wiring Standards:
The electrical wiring complies with European Norm EN60598 and other standards upon request. All components meet European quality standards and have necessary approvals. Mains voltages range from 110V to 240V with frequencies of 50 or 60 Hz. Power factor correction options are available, with low power factor (LPF) being <= 0.50 and high power factor (HPF) >= 0.85.

Protection Ratings:
The document outlines the degree of protection against solid objects and water ingress, using the IP rating system. For example, IP5 indicates dust protection, while IP6 is dust-tight. Water protection ranges from IP1 (dripping) to IP8 (submersion).

Technical Characteristics of Plastics:
The document lists the maximum temperature for continuous use, transmission coefficient, and impact strength for various plastics. For instance, PC has a maximum temperature of 115°C and is not broken under impact strength tests, while reinforced polyester (G-RP) can withstand up to 150°C.
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General information: Chemical resistance of plastics Since some of our luminaires are made of plastic materials, their resistance against chemical products may be limited or even nil. Consult this list before using aggressive detergents, disinfectants or installing the luminaire in chemical hazardous areas (as cars washes, swimming pools, industrial kitchens, industrial laundries, slaughterhouses, stables, cultivation farms, etc ...) or in case of doubt, please contact us. For these conditions, appropriate products (like stainless steel clips, etc...) are available. ACIDS Acetic (max 30%) Hydrochloric (max 20%) Nitric (max 20%) Sulphuric (max 50%) Phosphoric (max 30%) Hydrobomic Accumulator Acid BASES (Weak) Ammonia (max 25%) BASES (Concentrated) Ammonia (max 50%) Sodium Hydroxide (max 45%) SALT SOLUTIONS Common Salt Metal Salt Soda HYDROCARBONS Aliphatic - Parafins +/- Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide +/- CHLORIDE HYDROCARBONS Carbon Tetrachloride - ALCOHOLS Up to 30 % Concentrated Methanol, Ethanol Phenol ETHERS Ether Petroleum Ether AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS Aniline Benzene and derivates Hydrogen Peroxide Xylene OILS and FATS Petrol, Kerosine Mineral oil Vegetable oils (hot) Cooking fats (hot) UNSATURATED CHLORIDE HYDROCARBONS Chloroform + = Resistant / +/- = Limited resistant / - = Not resistant * : In case of limited resistance to corrosion (+/-) the use of Polycarbonate clips is not allowed.

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General information: Technical caracteristics of plastics Electrical wiring Electrical wiring complies with European Norm En60598 (IEC598), wiring according to other standards on request. All electrical components comply with European quality standards and have at least one approval and Kitemark (ENEC, CEBEC, KEMA, VDE, N, S, D, F, BS, IMQ, UTE ...) Mains voltages: 110, 127, 220, 230, 240V / Frequencies: 50 or 60 Hz Power Factor Correction (as option) by means of Parallel- or Series capacitor - Low Power Factor: (LPF) : <= 0.50 - High Power Factor: (HPF) : >= 0.85 The values of the...

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