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Technical Data Sheet BRADY B-946 TDS No. B-946 Effective Date: 11/15/2010 Description: Brady B-946 indoor/outdoor marking film is a high gloss, durable, flexible, pressure sensitive adhesive product. Details: Use: B-946 is used for Pipemarkers, Arrow Tape, Arrow Tape, Numbers and Letters, Vehicle Placards, Pedestal Markers, Warning Panels and Safety Signs. Special Properties: Brady B-946 is printed with weather resistant inks and is particularly suited for use in outdoor applications where weatherability is a key consideration. Substrate Type: Vinyl film Standard Material Colors: White, red, yellow, green, blue and orange Standard Legend Colors: Black, blue, red, green, white, yellow, orange and magenta Thickness (PSTC-133): Total: 0.004 in. (0.102mm) Adhesive Properties: Adhesion to Steel (PSTC-101) 15 Minute Dwell to stainless steel (Avg.) -- 80 oz/in. (87.5 N/100mm) Ultimate Dwell to stainless steel (72 Hrs.) (Avg.) -- 85 oz/in. (93 N/100mm) 15 Minute Dwell to polypropylene (Avg.) -- 60 oz/in. (65 N/100mm) Ultimate Dwell to polypropylene (72 Hrs.) (Avg.) -- 69 oz/in. (75 N/100mm) 15 Minute Dwell to Powder Coated Metal (Avg.) -- 60 oz/in. (65 N/100mm) Ultimate Dwell to Powder Coated Metal (72 Hrs.) (Avg.) -- 75 oz/in. (82 N/100mm) Note: Not recommended for adhesion to Bare Concrete or Unpainted Wood Tack (ASTM D 2979) (Avg.) -- 1100 g (10.5 N) Abrasion Resistance (Method 5306 of U.S. Federal Test Method Std. No. 191A): CS-10 wheels, 250 g wts. The printed legend withstands up to 350 cycles Gloss: 60° 50 Gardner Units Minimum Application Temperature 0°F (-18°C) Service Temperature -40°F to 180°F (-40°C to 82°C) Average Outdoor Durability: 8-10 years (Average expected outdoor life of product will depend on user definition of failure, climatic conditions, mounting techniques, and material color.) Chemical Resistance: REAGENT 7 DAY IMMERSION DIP TEST Sutherland RUB TEST 30% Sulfuric Acid NE NE NE 10% Sulfuric Acid NE NE NE 30% Hydrochloric Acid NE NE NE 10% Hydrochloric Acid NE NE NE 50% NaOH NE NE NE 10% NaOH F NE NE Methyl Ethyl Ketone F F F Acetone F F F Methanol F NE F IPA (Isopropanol) F NE F ASTM #3 Oil NE NE NE SAE 20 Oil NE NE NE Alconox® NE NE NE Toluene F F F Mineral Spirits F F F Glacial Acetic Acid F F F NE NE NE Diesel Fuel F F F Heptane F NE F NE NE NE Turpentine F F F Kerosene NE F F Turpentine F F F Kerosene NE F F 10% Sodium Chloride NE NE NE Water NE NE NE F F F 5% Acetic Acid 10% Ammonia Gasoline 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. Rub Test: Rubbed sample for up to 100 rubs on Sutherland Ink rub tester. Shelf Life and Fitness for Use: Product testing, customer feedback, and history of similar products, support a customer performance expectation of one year from the date of receipt for this product as long as this product is stored in its original packaging in an environment below 80°F (27°C) and 60% RH. However, it remains the responsibility of the user to assess the risk of using such product. We encourage customers to develop ​functional testing protocols that will qualify a product's fitness for use, in their actual applications​. Trademarks​​: Alconox® is a registered trademark of Alconox Co. Signmark® is a registered trademark of Brady Worldwide, Inc. ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials (U.S.A) PSTC: Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (U.S.A.) SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers (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 representation 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 obligations 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 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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