Kydex 1900 is a proprietary acrylic/PVC thermoplastic
sheet with improved heat distortion temperature for higher in-service
temperatures. It meets Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 25.853(a)
for vertical burn and is available in a wide range of textures,
colors, thicknesses, and sheet sizes. Maximum recommended service
temperature is approx. 168 - 178°F (75.5-81°C) depending on thermoforming
technique and application.
SUGGESTED USES Kydex 1900 sheet is designed primarily for use in small aircraft
interiors but also is appropriate for other applications where higher
in-service temperatures may occur.
Aircraft interior components examples include: air ducts, window
reveals, instrument panels, toilet shrouds, armrests, etc.
FEATURES Kydex 1900 is available in gauges from .040" (1.02mm) in
a wide range of distinctive textures and many popular colors.
Kydex 1900 meets the requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration
paragraphs a1ii and a1i in all gauges for vertical burn.
Heat Distortion Temperature (HDT), which is one measure of the
material's maximum service temperature is 168°F (75.5°C) unannealed
at 264 psi (1.8MPa) and a high 178°F (81°C) after annealing. In-use
temperatures should not exceed this range of temperature. The affect
of temperature on a material is highly dependent on part size, internal
stresses, and loadings.
FABRICATION Excellent forming properties result in uniform wall thicknesses
and crisp detail, plus easy machining and fabricating using conventional
methods, further expanding finished part possibilities.
1All values
based on 0.125" (3.12mm) sheet unless otherwise specified. 2In all gauges 0.028" (.71mm) and above.
Not intended for specification purposes.