Parapan Technical Specification and FAQs
Specification
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Thickness
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4mm and 18mm
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Sheet Sizes
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Will accommodate virtually any size doors
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Parapan furniture-fronts made from solid 18mm acrylic material and 4mm material for furniture-doors are manufactured according to the requirements for furniture-fronts based on DIN 68 861.
Mechnical Characteristics
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Mechanical Characteristics
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Parapan
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Unit
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Test Regulation
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Tensile strength
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74
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N/mm2
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ISO 527-2/1 B/5
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Tensile elongation at break
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5.5
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%
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ISO 527-2/1 B/5
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Module of elasticity
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min. 3100
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N/mm2
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ISO 527-2/1 B/1
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Apparent density
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1.19
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g/cm3
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ISO 1183
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Peel strength of screws
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1200
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N
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Internal Test
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Tolerance of thickness
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± 9 at 18mm
± 18 at 4mm
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%
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ISO 7823-1
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Thermal Characteristics
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Mechanical Characteristics
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Parapan
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Unit
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Test Standard
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Coefficient of elongation for 0 to 50 deg. C
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70.10-6
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1/K
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DIN 53752-A
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VICAT softening temperature
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min. 105
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deg.C
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ISO 306/B
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Dry heat
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5
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deg.C
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EN12722
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Wet heat
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5
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deg.C
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EN12721
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Surface Condition
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Surface Condition
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Parapan
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Unit
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Test Regulation
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Surface roughness
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0.003
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µ
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DIN 4775
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Gloss level
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high brilliancy
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-
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visual evaluated
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Light resistant
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fulfilled
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Greyless standard
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EN 4892
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Abrasion resistant
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fulfilled
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150 U
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DIN 68 861
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Scratch resistant
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fulfilled
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-
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DIN 68 861 T4
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Chemical Loading
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Chemical Loading
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Functional Group
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Parapan
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MDF-Alkyd-Resin-varnish
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Compressed Wood DD-Varnish
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NaCI saturated liquid
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1A
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unchanged
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unchanged
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unchanged
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Coffee, tea
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1A
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unchanged
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unchanged
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unchanged
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Wine, red and white
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1A
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unchanged
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unchanged
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unchanged
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Ethanol
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1A
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unchanged
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unchanged
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Small change
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Olive Oil
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1A
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unchanged
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unchanged
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unchanged
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Blackcurrent juice
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1A
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unchanged
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unchanged
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unchanged
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Fire Rating
Parapan has the same fire-related behaviour as standard acrylic sheets.
Testing according DIN 4102 has the following results:
- Class B2 normal flammability
- Class TR1 no burning droplets
- Class Q1 low density smoke
What is meant by solid?
Parapan is purely solid acrylic all the way through, it is not laminated or coated in any way.
How much does Parapan Weigh?
18mm - 21Kg/m2, 4mm - 4.5Kg/m2
How thick are Parapan doors?
18mm thick. We offer Parapan 18mm Door in cut-to-size, polished and ready for installation panel. It is also available in 4mm for cladding, backsplashes and plinths etc.
How many Parapan colours are there?
PSP stocks Alpine White and Gloss Black, and 17 other distinctive colours among request. View Colour range
What are the sizes of doors that you sell?
Doors are made to order any size up to 1m x 3m.
What is the delivery time after placing an order?
We state 4 weeks but it may be sooner depending on workload.
What are the prices for Parapan doors?
As all doors are bespoke the price depends on the size. Please complete Quote Request Form.
Is Parapan just for kitchens?
No, its durability and moisture resistance mean that it is suitable for a wide variety of different applications. Designers have used Parapan all around the house from the bathroom to the bedroom. Parapan can also be found in retail displays, the healthcare environment and is proving extremely popular in the office.
Do you supply curved doors?
Yes, doors are thermoformed into curves of your choice. You can use our existing moulds or order a new one.
Can Parapan be used for worktops?
No, it is not heat resistant and is not suitable for horizontal surfaces.
Can Parapan be supplied with hinge holes?
Yes.
How do you clean Parapan?
We sell an anti static cleaner called Parastat that also helps reduce finger marks.
Require any more information or request a quote, please complete Online Enquiry Form