Nikkalite Reflection 8100 Series

Nikkalite Reflective 8100 Series Engineering Grade Film 8112 White 15″ X 50 Yds.
Type I Engineering Grade

Nikkalite™ Brand Engineering Grade (EG) retro-reflective sheeting is a beaded plastic material that renders high retro-reflectivity at night. It is designed for use mainly on traffic signs and is highly resistant against the extremes of hot, cold, dry, and humid weather conditions. Traffic signs faced with Nikkalite™ EG sheeting and transparent process colors are attractive in appearance and highly visible during both day and night, and contribute greatly to driving safety. This sheeting is available in seven standard colors with a pre-coated, pressure-sensitive (PS) adhesive.
1. INTRODUCTION
Nikkalite™ Brand Engineering Grade (hereinafter referred to as “EG”) retroreflective sheeting is a beaded
plastic material that renders high retroreflectivity at night. It is designed for use mainly on traffic signs and is
highly resistant against the extremes of hot cold, dry, and humid weathering conditions. Traffic signs faced
with Nikkalite™ EG sheeting and transparent process colors are attractive in appearance and highly visible
during both day and night, and contribute greatly to driving safety. This sheeting is available in seven
standard colors with one type of pre-coated adhesive, Pressure-sensitive (hereinafter referred to as “PS”).
2. TYPES OF ADHESIVES
The 8100 Series sheeting is pre-coated with PS adhesive that will bond the sheeting to the substrate with the
application of pressure only. The pressure can be applied with a hand-roller, a squeegee, or a roller
applicator. Permanent bonding will take place approximately 48 hours after application. DO NOT ALLOW
THE ADHESIVE TO FREEZE DURING THE 48 HOUR CURING PERIOD.
3. COLORS
Nikkalite™ EG sheeting is available in the standard colors as listed on the table below and conforms to
practically all specifications of traffic control signs and devices throughout the world.
COLOR ITEM NUMBER
White 8112
Yellow 8104
Red 8105
Blue 8106
Orange 8177
Green 8108
Brown 8109
4. RETROREFLECTIVE INTENSITY
Nikkalite™ Brand EG sheeting is designed and manufactured to render high head-on and wide-angle
retroreflectivity.
A. Retroreflectivity of the various colors of EG sheeting meets most retroreflective sheeting standards worldwide, such as ASTM D 4956 (U.S.A.), EN12899-1 (European Standard), JIS Z 9117 (Japan), etc.
B. EG’s typical coefficient of retroreflection when measured—with the methods specified by the various
country standards—is expressed in candles per lux per square meter and appears in the table below.
The figures within brackets show the highest minimum retroreflectivity
EG 8100 Series Engineering Grade Film
V2018-01
NIPPON CARBIDE INDUSTRIES (USA) INC.
13856 Bettencourt Street, Cerritos, CA 90703 (800) 821-4264
8. APPLICATION
Nikkalite™ sheeting is pre-coated with an adhesive that will bond the sheeting firmly and permanently to clean
and smooth surfaces of tested and approved metal, coated metal, plastic, plywood, etc.
A. Pressure Application
Nikkalite™ 8100 Series is bonded to the sign substrate by application of pressure with a roller applicator or
a squeegee. When applying Nikkalite™ PS sheeting to large surface areas, the best results can be
obtained by use of a mechanical roller applicator.
9. STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE
All Nikkalite™ retroreflective sheeting must be stored in a cool, dry, and clean area. Avoid exposure to direct
sunlight and storage in excessively humid areas. The shelf life of the sheeting is 12 months after delivery.
10. MAINTENANCE
Nikkalite™ sheeting surfaces covered with dust or small particles of sand should be cleaned with water
containing a mild, neutral cleaning solution. To avoid scarring the surface, use a soft, clean cloth or sponge
when washing and drying. To remove tar and oily substances, rub lightly with a soft cloth soaked with a mild
solvent such as kerosene or turpentine.
11. RELIABILITY OF INFORMATION
All recommendations and technical information contained herein are based on experience and tests, which
the manufacturer believes to be reliable; however their accuracy and completeness are not warranted. The
user is requested to conduct test/tests to determine the fitness of this product for the intended application.
12. WARRANTY
Nikkalite™ Products are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship at the time of their
sale except herein expressly warranted. The liability of Nippon Carbide Industries Co. Inc. (hereinafter
referred to as “NCI”), is limited to replace the defective materials solely as stated herein. NCI shall not be
liable for any loss, damage or injury, direct or indirect or Incidental, arising from the use or inability to use said
products, and the warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose as well.
13. WARNING
Failure to comply with the explicit instructions in this bulletin will result in voiding all warranties express or
implied for use of this product if retroreflective sheeting is to be applied to a surface other than conventional
sign blank materials, prospective users should contact technical representatives of NCI for advice before such
application
14. SAFETY AND HEALTH INFORMATION
Read carefully in advance the labels, instruction manuals, material safety data sheers (MSDS), and first aid
measures of the retroreflective sheeting’s supplied by NCI, the auxiliary materials such as inks and solvents
used for NCl’s products, and proprietarily used chemicals such as substrate cleansers.