Technical Data
Sheet
Description:
Details:
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BRADY B-580 VINYL FILM WITH PERMANENT ADHESIVE
TDS No. B-580
Effective Date: 19-May-2009
Brady B-580 indoor/outdoor marking film is a high gloss, durable, flexible, pressure sensitive
adhesive product, designed for use in cartridge form with the Labelizer® Plus printer, LabelLite®
printer, VersaPrinter™ Label and Sign Maker System, HandiMark® Portable Label Maker,
MiniMark™, PowerMark®.
Use:
Brady-580 is used for Pipemarker, Arrow Tape, Warehouse Marking, Warning Panels and Safety
Signs.
Special Properties:
Permanent cold temperature applicable pressure sensitive acrylic
Substrate Type:
Vinyl film
Standard Material Colors:
White, red, yellow, green, blue, orange, black, gray, brown, gold, purple, clear.
Standard Legend Colors:
Black, white, red, green, blue, and magenta
Thickness (PSTC-133):
Total: 0.042 in. (0.108mm)
Adhesive Properties:
Adhesion to Steel (PSTC-101)
15 Minute Dwell (Avg.) -- 70 oz/in. (76.5 N/100mm)
Ultimate Dwell (72 Hrs.) (Avg.) -- 70 oz/in. (76.5 N/100mm)
Tack (ASTM D 2979) (Avg.) -- 800 g (8 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 100 cycles.
Gloss (ASTM D 523):
60° - 40 Gardner Units minimum
Minimum Application Temperature:
0°F (-18°C)
Service Temperature:
-40°F to 180°F (-40°C to 82°C)
Average Outdoor
3-5 years (Average expected outdoor life of product will depend on user definition of failure, climatic
conditions, mounting techniques and material color.) Ribbon and material UV resistance does not
represent ribbon wear. A polyester overlaminate is recommended for harsh environments - long
term exposure to wind and rain.
Durability:
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Chemical Resistance:
REAGENT 7 DAY IMMERSION DIP TEST RUB TEST
30% Sulfuric Acid NE NE NE
10% Sulfuric Acid NE NE NE
30% HCI NE NE NE
10% HCI NE NE NE
50% NaOH NE NE NE
10% NaOH F F NE
Methyl Ethyl Ketone F F F
Acetone F F F
1,1,1-Trichloroethane F F F
Methanol NE NE NE
IPA (Isopropanol) F NE NE
ASTM #3 Oil NE NE NE
SAE 20 Oil NE NE NE
Alconox® NE NE NE
Toluene F F F
Mineral Spirits F NE NE
Glacial Acetic Acid F F F
5% Acetic Acid NE NE NE
Diesel Fuel F NE NE
Heptane F NE NE
Cellosolve Acetate F F F
Conc. Ammonia NE NE NE
10% Ammonia NE NE NE
Turpentine F F F
Kerosene F NE NE
Water NE NE NE
Gasoline F F F
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 1 minute with swab soaked in reagent.
Shelf Life:
1 year when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 40% to 50% R.H.
BRADY B-580 WITH POLYESTER OVERLAMINATE - For
extended outdoor life of ribbon and exposure to harsh
environments.
Description:
B-580 with clear 2 mil polyester overlaminate.
Substrate Type:
Vinyl film with polyester overlaminate
Thickness (PSTC-133):
Total: 0.0075 in. (0.19mm)
Abrasion Resistance (Method 5306 of U.S. Federal Test Method Std. No. 191A):
CS-17 wheels, 1000 g wts.
Overlaminate withstood 2500 cycles.
Gloss (ASTM D 523):
85 Gardner Units (60° gloss)
Service
-40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C)
Average Outdoor Durability:
3-5 years (Average expected outdoor life of product will depend on user definition of failure, climatic
Temperature:
conditions, mounting techniques and material color.)
Trademarks:
Note:
recognized
connection
with the use of this information.
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Chemical Resistance (with 2 mil polyester overlaminate):
REAGENT 7 DAY IMMERSION DIP TEST RUB TEST
30% Sulfuric Acid NE NE NE
10% Sulfuric Acid NE NE NE
30% HCI NE NE NE
10% HCI NE NE NE
50% NaOH NE NE NE
10% NaOH NE NE NE
Methyl Ethyl Ketone F NE NE
Acetone F NE NE
1,1,1-Trichloroethane F NE NE
Methanol NE NE NE
IPA (Isopropanol) F NE NE
ASTM #3 Oil NE NE NE
SAE 20 Oil NE NE NE
Alconox® NE NE NE
Toluene F F NE
Mineral Spirits F NE NE
Glacial Acetic Acid F F NE
5% Acetic Acid NE NE NE
Diesel Fuel F NE NE
Heptane F NE NE
Cellosolve Acetate F NE NE
Conc. Ammonia NE NE NE
10% Ammonia NE NE NE
Turpentine F NE NE
Kerosene F NE NE
Water NE NE NE
Gasoline F NE NE
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 1 minute with swab soaked in reagent.
Shelf Life:
1 year when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 40% to 50% R.H.
ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials (U.S.A.)
Alconox® is a registered trademark of Alconox Co.
All S.I. Units (metric) are mathematically derived from the U.S. Conventional
HandiMark® is a registered trademark of Brady Worldwide, Inc.
LabelLite® is a registered trademark of Brady Worldwide, Inc.
Labelizer® is a registered trademark of Brady Worldwide, Inc.
PSTC: Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (U.S.A.)
SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers (U.S.A.)
Units.
VersaPrinter™ is a trademark of Brady Worldwide, Inc.
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
analytical methods performed by a third party, independent laboratory. As such, Brady makes no
independent representations or warranties, express or implied, and assumes no liability in
warranty to
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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 obligation under this
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 of 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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replacement of the product shown to Brady's satisfaction to have been defective at the
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