Technical Data Sheet Scotchlite ™ Reflective Material 8765 White Transfer Film Technical Data Sheet Description 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material - 8765 White Transfer Film is composed of wide angle, exposed retroreflective lenses bonded to a heat activated polyurethane adhesive. The reflective surface is protected by a white paper liner for ease in handling prior to lamination. A printed clear plastic liner protects the adhesive side and must be removed before lamination. Retroreflective Performance The coefficient of retroreflection (RA) is measured by test methods traceable to either of the following retroreflective intensity testing procedures: ASTM E809 and E810 (RA) CIE 54: 1982 (R’) The RA values were measured at the listed specific entrance and observation angles. Entrance angle Observation angle Typical RA Minimum RA -4.0˚ 0.2˚ 100 60 +5.0˚ 0.33˚ 70 45 Color Product Daytime Color Reflected Color 8765 White White Physical Performance Scotchlite reflective material - 8765 white transfer film will maintain a minimum RA of 20 after exposure to the following performance tests: Abrasion: . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EN 530 Method 2 5000 cycles Flexing: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ISO 7854 Method A 7500 cycles Cold Fold: . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ISO 4675 Temperature Cycle: . . . . . . .12 hours @ (50±5)˚C 20 hours @ (-30±2)˚C Wash: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ISO 6330 Method 2A @ 60˚C (25 cycles) Dryclean: . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ISO 3175 Method 9.1 (25 cycles) Wet Reflectivity: . . . . . . . . .EN 471 Annex A Effective Performance Life While use of 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material enhances visibility, no reflective material can guarantee absolute visibility, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Performance will vary depending upon actual use, exposure conditions and maintenance. Users should test reflective material to satisfy conformance to their own requirements. Application Instructions Whenever two or more pieces of Scotchlite reflective material - 8765 white transfer film are used together on a single surface or as a set, they should be matched to ensure uniform daytime color and nighttime reflectivity. Cutting: Die-cutting is recommended, although it can also be hand-cut or guillotined. then relaminate at the higher temperature (use a nonstick slip sheet to protect the application). Screen Printing (After lamination): 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material - 8765 White Transfer Film offers good screen print adhesion. Choice of ink will depend on application and care instructions. The following recommendation is a general guideline for heat press lamination. Other lamination methods such as roll to roll, heat fusing, and High Frequency (HF) welding can also be used. The proper temperature/pressure/time conditions must be tested for each fabric to assure adequate adhesion. Many fabrics can be used as lamination substrates, however, nylons and fabrics treated with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish are difficult to adhere to and are not recommended. Sublimation Printing (After lamination): Scotchlite reflective material - 8765 white transfer film offers good ink adhesion and durability for sublimated colors and images. Recommended contact for sublimation information is Holt Mfg. (919) 227-5561. For further information contact your local 3M Technical Service representative. Heat Lamination: Work on a flat surface where uniform heat and pressure can be applied. Avoid applying film over seams and stitches. 1. Remove plastic liner, exposing dry adhesive. Do not remove paper liner. 2. Place Scotchlite reflective material - 8765 white transfer film on fabric (substrate) adhesive side down and apply heat and pressure as described below. Place a non-stick slip sheet between the platen and laminating surface to prevent any excess adhesive transfer contamination. 3. Allow application to cool (room temperature) before removing the paper liner. Place application on a flat surface and remove the paper liner by lifting one corner and pulling (about 45˚ angle) in a continuous, smooth manner. Note: Do not exceed lamination temperatures of 375˚F (190˚C) because the paper liner may become difficult to remove. If high temperatures are required for bond durability, follow lamination steps 1-3, and Temperature 325-375˚F (165-190˚C) Dwell Time Pressure 10-20 seconds Firm (30-40 psi line pressure) Care and Maintenance Instructions Important: Test each application according to appropriate care instructions required for the finished product. Actual life of Scotchlite reflective material 8765 white transfer film depends on cleaning method and wear conditions. Wash: Machine wash warm, 40˚C (105˚F) Bleach: Only non-chlorine bleach when needed Dry: Tumble dry low Iron: Use cool iron, 150˚C (300˚F) Dryclean: Dryclean, normal cycle P Product Availability 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material - 8765 White Transfer Film is available in rolls with the following standard widths and roll lengths: Unit inches inches mm mm Width Tolerance ≤ 6” ± 1/32” > 6” ± 1/16” ≤ 150 mm ± 1 mm (std) ± .5 mm (special) >150 mm ± 2 mm Roll Length 100 yd. > 12” = 50 yd. 100 m > 300 mm = 50 m Order and Product Information To order 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material Products contact 3M Personal Safety Products Department Customer Service at 800-328-7098 Ext. 2. Storage and Shelf Life Store in a cool, dry area and use within one year after date of receipt. Store roll in original shipping carton. Return partially used rolls to the carton or suspend horizontally through the core. Cut sheets should be stored flat. Important Notice to Purchaser: 3M makes the following limited warranty in place of any others, express or implied, including any implied warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or fitness for a particular purpose or any implied warranty commonly found in the industry: 3M shall replace or, at its option, refund the price paid for any 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material or other 3M reflective products (“Products”) which at the time of shipment to 3M’s purchaser do not meet 3M’s published Product specifications. Because of the unlimited variety of potential applications for Products, BEFORE production use, the converter or end product manufacturer must determine that the Products are suitable for the intended use and are compatible with other component materials. Purchaser is solely responsible for determining the proper amount and placement of Products. While reflective Products enhance visibility, no reflective product can ensure visibility or safety under all possible conditions. Neither 3M nor any 3M authorized converter shall be liable for any incidental, special, or consequential damages relating to the use or inability to use the Products regardless of legal theory asserted. Personal Safety Products Department 3M Safety and Security Systems Division 3M Center, Building 225-4N-14 St. Paul, MN 55144-1000 800-328-7098 Ext. 2 3M Canada PO Box 5757 London, Ontario, Canada N6A 4T1 800-364-3577 3M Mexico Avenida Santa Fe #55 Col.Santa Fe, CP01210 Delegacion Alvaro Obregon Telephone: 270-21-62 Fax: 270-22-94 10% post-consumer waste paper Printed in the USA. © 3M 1998 75-0500-2802-8