SAN sheet (Styrene Acrylic Nitrile)
SAN sheet:
SAN is relatively light: it has a density of 1.08 and is a rigid, transparent thermoplastic. SAN plastic was 'invented' in the 80's and is a mix of PS and PMMA. Compared to other plastic sheets e.g. PET-G, PMMA-XT, and PC, SAN is +/- 10% lighter. This is why SAN is often used for glazing for garage and industrial doors. This application is often in combination with a coating in order to avoid scratches, as well a UV-protection layer.
SAN is 100% recycable and certified according to REACH and RoHS. To prevent scratches, a coating is available. SAN is a luminous polystyrene variant with acrylic characteristics. It is therefore easy to shape and a good alternative to the more expensive acrylic. Other typical applications with SAN are found in the sign and display industry, printing industry and for shopfitting. No pre-drying is need when thermoformed, as SAN does not absorb moisture.
SAN sheet:
The characteristics
Clear glass-like sheet
Dimensions: 3050 * 2050 MM - other dimensions on demand.
Thermoplastic sheet
Density: 1,08
Suitable for food contact (non-UV)
In- and outdoor use
UV resistant: option - double-sided also possible.
Hard and rigid sheet
Mix of PS and PMMA (approx. 75 - 25%)
High chemical resistance to acids, alkalis, and oils.
SAN sheet:
Processing
Sawing / Punching / Gluing / Drilling
Contour milling / Plotting
Laser / water jet / (die) cutting
Hot and cold bending
Thermoforming
Laminating
Folding (V-groove)
Printing (digital and screen)
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SAN sheet:
Applications
Glazing (e.g. industrial doors)
Displays / Signage / Lettering
Applications in the food industry
Shower screens (flat or curved)
SAN sheet
Colors, sizes, thicknesses
Thicknesses: 1 to 5 mm
Colors: transparent / white / black / opal
Structure: Q Back and Impala
Use: indoor and outdoor
Various structures possible
SAN sheet
A Belgian invention
SAN sheets are a Belgian invention (by the former company Barlo from Geel). In the 1980s, there was a shortage of MMA - the raw material for acrylic. As an alternative, a small amount of MMA was mixed with the raw material for polystyrene (PS), and thus SAN plastic was born. SAN sheets possess certain characteristics of both plastics. The most well-known application of SAN is in Hörmann industrial and garage doors.
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