Description
Nikkalite Hi-S Cal EF-40801 protective transparent overlay film 30″ X 50 Yards
INTRODUCTION
F-Cal (EF-40801), is a highly transparent marking film with a pressure-sensitive adhesive and release
paper. F-Cal has excellent chemical resistance, weatherability, dimensional stability, and flexibility
characteristics.
2. CHARACTERICS
a. Excellent weather resistance and transparency.
b. Easy to apply and process.
c. Excellent adhesion to Nikkalite® sheetings.
d. Can be used in wide ranges of temperatures (-30°F to 120°F)
3. ADHESIVE BOND
Manufacturer’s testing has found the adhesive to form a durable bond to the following retroreflective
sheetings:
a) Nikkalite® Engineering Grade Sheeting (EG)
b) Nikkalite® Super Engineering Grade Sheeting (SEG)
c) Nikkalite® Ultralite Grade Sheeting (ULG)
Since the surface of F-Cal is very smooth, the manufacturer does not recommend overlapping the film
during application.
(If F-Cal is applied to any surface other than Nikkalite® reflective sheeting used for conventional traffic
signs, prospective users should contact Nippon Carbide Industries (USA) Inc. for advice before such
applications).
4. COLORS
F-Cal is available in clear transparent only (Graffiti Resistant).
5. Features
Hi-S Cal EF-40801 film is made of pure fluoride resin and can be used for 10 years or more in the
outdoors. The film has superior UV-resistance and UV-absorbency so durability of the substrate overlaid
with EF-40801 also increases.
Hi-S Cal film is resistant to staining and almost all types of solvents. The film acts like a barrier to spray
paint and surface contamination and can be easily cleaned with a solvent-wipe.
6. Applications
When Hi-S Cal EF-40801 is applied as a protective transparent overlay film on a retroreflective sign, the
sign will have a longer performance life. The sign will also be easier to maintain, because surface
contamination such as stains, graffiti and bills on the film can be easily removed.
7. Instructions for Applications
Screened ink must be completely dried prior to applying Hi-S Cal EF-40801. The sign surface should be
cleaned and dried prior to application.
Hi-S Cal EF-40801 does not adhere to itself.
F-CAL (EF-40801)
NIPPON CARBIDE INDUSTRIES (USA) INC.
13856 Bettencourt Street, Cerritos, CA 90703 (800) 821-4264
Warning
Do not burn or place near heat or fire. Harmful gas will be emitted if caught on fire.
Material Fluorine Resin
Thickness of film 0.040mm
Tensile Strength 57N/25mmm
Tensile Elongation 300%
Dimensional Stability 20N/25mm
Adhesion strength when laminated on:
– Painted Panel
– Nikkalite ULG
20N/25mm
12N/25mm
Shelf Life 2 Years
UV Transmittance
– Visible Light
– 400nm
– 320nm
94%
85&
0%
Durability 10 Years
Application Temperature 50°F-95°F
Chemical and Solvent Resistance
– Petrol
– Turpentine
– Ethyl Acetate
– Toluene
No change in 1 hour
No change in 24 hours
No change in 1 minute
No change in 1 minute
Graffiti removability after 80°Fx72 hours
– Lip Stick
– Black Permanent Marker
Removable with solvent
Removable with solvent
Flammability Self-extinguishing
Available size rolls
– Widths
– Lengths
24”, 30”, 36” & 48”
50Yds
The values are intended only as a source of information. They are given without guarantee and do not constitute