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Clear Ultra-Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate Film

Protect instrument panels and other surfaces against impact with this polycarbonate film. Polycarbonate is comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.

Rough Texture—The rough texture masks scratches, scuffs, and fingerprints.

	Thk. Tolerance	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Fabrication	Tensile Strength, psi	Impact Strength, ft·lbf/in		Each
Rough Texture



	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K82	00000


	0.005"	-0.0005" to 0.0005"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K92	0000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K83	0000
	0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K93	0000
	0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K54	0000
	0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K64	00000
	0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K55	0000
	0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K65	00000


	Smooth Texture/Rough Texture



			0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K33	0000


			0.01"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K43	0000
			0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K34	0000
			0.015"	-0.0015" to 0.0015"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K44	00000
			0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	2	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K35	0000
			0.02"	-0.001" to 0.001"	24"	4	Extruded	9,500 to 10,500	18	85585K45	00000

Glare-Reducing Polarized Light Filters

Make it easier to capture barcodes and labels on glossy packaging under bright lighting. These filters reduce glare, helping your scanner or camera pick up every detail. Also known as polarized lighting gels, they work by filtering out light coming from an angle. Because they only slightly darken what passes through, they won’t distort color. Cut them to size with scissors or a utility knife, then mount them over your lens.

Wd.	Thk.	Max. Temp., ° F	Material		Each



20"	17"	0.006"	140	Polyester Plastic	7769T6	000000


120"	17"	0.006"	140	Polyester Plastic	7769T611	000000

Light-Absorbing Black-Out Paper

Block out stray and unwanted light. These sheets of black-out paper have a raised, velvet-like surface that absorbs light. Cut to size with scissors or a utility knife.

Backing Type	Lg.	Wd.	Thk.	Max. Temp., ° F	Material	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
Plain	36"	27"	0.01"	165	Paper	2	9019T1	000000
Adhesive	30"	20"	0.02"	165	Paper	2	9019T2	00000

Colored Light Filters

Filters

Change the color of a room; filters allow only the same color lightwave to pass through. Also known as lighting gels. Cut to size using scissors or a utility knife.

Red—Red filters allow less than 10% transmission between 420 and 600 nanometers.

Blue—Blue filters allow less than 10% transmission between 530 and 670 nanometers.

Green—Green filters allow less than 10% transmission between 380 and 480 nanometers and between 540 and 670 nanometers.

	Lg.	Wd.	Thk.	Max. Temp., ° F	Material		Each
Filters



	Red	24"	20"	0.0015"	255	Polyester Plastic	7769T1	000000


	Blue	24"	20"	0.0015"	255	Polyester Plastic	7769T2	00000
	Green	24"	20"	0.0015"	255	Polyester Plastic	7769T3	00000

Ultraviolet Light Filters

Block the transmission of ultraviolet light to protect plastic surfaces and sensitive materials such as fabrics from fading. These filters allow less than 10% transmission of UV light below the 390 nanometer wavelength. They're also known as lighting gels. Cut them to size with scissors or a utility knife, then mount over windows, display cases, or your light source.

Wd.	Thk.	Max. Temp., ° F	Material		Each



24"	20"	0.002"	255	Polyester Plastic	7769T5	000000


300"	48"	0.002"	255	Polyester Plastic	7769T121	000000

Light-Filtering Tape

Also known as Ruby Red lithographer's tape, this semi-clear tape filters out light that can affect film and other photo-sensitive film and equipment.

Certificates with a traceable lot number and product shelf life are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.

	Lg., ft.	Overall Thk.	Material	Adhesive Type	Temp. Range, ° F	Tensile Strength, lbf/in. wd.	Adhesion to Steel, ozf/in. wd.	Clarity	Color		Each
3M 616



	1/2"	216	0.0024"	uPVC	Rubber	50 to 90	25	35	Semi-Clear	Red	7691A74	000000


	1"	216	0.0024"	uPVC	Rubber	50 to 90	25	35	Semi-Clear	Red	7691A76	00000
	2"	216	0.0024"	uPVC	Rubber	50 to 90	25	35	Semi-Clear	Red	7691A78	000000

Light- and Glare-Reducing Window Film

In addition to dimming incoming light, this reusable film helps cut down on glare. Use as directed or heat buildup could crack the glass. Use on the inside of single-pane windows. It is not for use on dual-pane, wire, or tinted windows.

							Brown			Gray
Wd.	Lg., ft.	Thk., mil	Clarity	Material	For Use Outdoors	Mount Type	Light Blocked		Each	Light Blocked		Each
54"	6	10	Semi-Clear	Vinyl Plastic	No	Wet Cling	75%	1015A18	0000000	50%	1015A19	0000000
54"	25	10	Semi-Clear	Vinyl Plastic	No	Wet Cling	75%	1015A62	000000	50%	1015A63	000000

Smoothing Tools

Blade		Each
4"	3 1/2"	Plastic	Yellow	Straight	3477N11	00000	00000

Black-Out Tape

Made of pinhole-free crepe paper to seal out light. It is often used in photo processing labs and other areas where light could damage equipment.

	Lg., ft.	Overall Thk.	Material	Adhesive Type	Temp. Range, ° F	Tensile Strength, lbf/in. wd.	Adhesion to Steel	Color		Each
Adhesive on One Side



	2"	180	0.006"	Crepe Paper	Rubber	45 to 100	20	45 ozf/in. wd.	Black	6998A16	000000

Screen Privacy Filters

These tinted filters darken the screen when viewed from the side, so on-screen images are only visible to the user. Protect your screen from smudges and scratches.

For Monitor Size (Diag.)	Material		Each
14"	Plastic	2918T22	000000
17"	Plastic	2918T24	00000
19"	Plastic	2918T25	000000

Welding Shade Window Film

Turn your window into a welding shade without blocking the view. Made to shade number 5, this green film protects your eyes from harmful light and radiation from welding processes, such as oxygen cutting and gas welding. It’s often used in observation windows in welding shops or factories.

Apply the film to your window with water and use a smoothing tool (sold separately) to flatten air bubbles and remove wrinkles.

									3 ft. Long		6 ft. Long
	Shade No.	Wd.	Thk., mil	Clarity	Light Blocked	Material	For Use Outdoors	Mount Type		Each		Each
Nonreusable







				Green

				5	24"	15	Semi-Clear	80%	PVC	Yes	Wet Cling	6678N11	0000000	6678N12	0000000


				5	54"	15	Semi-Clear	80%	PVC	Yes	Wet Cling	———	0	6678N13	00000000

Smoothing Tools

Blade		Each
4"	3 1/2"	Plastic	Yellow	Straight	3477N11	00000	00000

Paint- and Splatter-Protection Window Film

Keep windows looking like new during construction and renovations. This film clings to glass windows to prevent scratches and shield the surface from paint, stucco, mortar, and other materials that splatter. With an adhesive backing, it's simpler to use than sheeting and tape. When your job is done, it peels off easily without leaving residue behind.

Blue—Blue film makes it easy to see if a window is protected.

										Blue
	Wd.	Lg., ft.	Thk., mil	Clarity	Material	Reusable	For Use Outdoors	Mount Type	Mounting Location		Each
45 day Adhesive Life



		24"	250	2	Clear	Polyethylene	No	Yes	Adhesive Back	Window	7855N11	000000


		24"	600	2	Clear	Polyethylene	No	Yes	Adhesive Back	Window	7855N15	000000
		36"	250	2	Clear	Polyethylene	No	Yes	Adhesive Back	Window	7855N12	00000


		360 day Adhesive Life



				24"	330	3	Clear	Polyethylene	No	Yes	Adhesive Back	Window	7855N16	000000


				36"	330	3	Clear	Polyethylene	No	Yes	Adhesive Back	Window	7855N17	000000
				48"	330	3	Clear	Polyethylene	No	Yes	Adhesive Back	Window	7855N18	000000

Smoothing Tools

Blade		Each
4"	3 1/2"	Plastic	Yellow	Straight	3477N11	00000	00000

Black-Out Tape for Electronics

Seal out light to mask LEDs and prevent backlight bleed on LCD monitors with this opaque polyester tape.

	Lg., ft.	Overall Thk.	Material	Adhesive Type	Temp. Range, ° F	Tensile Strength, lbf/in. wd.	Adhesion to Steel	Color		Each
Adhesive on One Side



	1/4"	216	0.0026"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	-40 to 250	55	40 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N11	000000


	1/2"	216	0.0026"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	-40 to 250	55	40 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N12	00000
	1"	216	0.0026"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	-40 to 250	55	40 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N13	00000


	Adhesive on Both Sides



			1/2"	180	0.008"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	0 to 350	12	65 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N14	00000


			3/4"	180	0.008"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	0 to 350	12	65 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N15	00000
			1"	180	0.008"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	0 to 350	12	65 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N16	00000
			2"	180	0.008"	Polyester Plastic	Acrylic	0 to 350	12	65 ozf/in. wd.	Black	1753N17	000000

Blade						Each
Wd.	Ht.	Material	Color	Shape		1-19	20-Up
4"	3 1/2"	Plastic	Yellow	Straight	3477N11	00000	00000