how much can a sheet of 30mil 40mil and 60mil tegris be bent?

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#1

I am looking to use some tegris for a project, mostly for asthetic looks, but it if adds some strength that would be great as well.

I have ordered some sample sheets. I am wondering how tight of a roll this sheet material can be rolled up into? it comes in 30, 40, 60, 100, and 500 mil thickness.

My application requires a 5" diameter or 2.5" radius bend

if anyone has used this material i’d appreciate some guidance.

for those of you interestedin using it I got this rough price from piedmont plastics
Heres some pricing I rec’d going thru my emails.

48x72 tegris p4500 sheet—6 layer #s40000150274—65.83 each sheet
48x72 tegris p4500 sheet—8 layer–#s4000150278—87.77 each sheet
48x72 tegrin p4500 sheet–12 layer–#s4000150277–131.66 each sheet

#2

Since Tegris is thermoplastic, you can certainly bend it if it is heated as the mfg. literature specifies. It may be a bit tough to manage, but you won’t know unless you try it.

I have no experience with Tegris, so you’re on your own unless someone else chimes in. :rolleyes:

#3

You mentioned you had ordered Tegris. How did it turn out? Does it come in rolls or sheets? Is it very strong?

I’m interested in trying it and have sent an inquiry to Piedmont Plastics to see if I can order it.

Thanks