Optium Museum Acrylic^®

99% UV Protection, Abrasion Resistant, Anti-reflective, Anti-static, Chemical Resistant, Safety & Shatter Resistant, Security

Optium Museum Acrylic^® is a virtually invisible acrylic that performs like glass and is trusted by the world’s most renowned museums to deliver a stunning, crystal-clear, high-definition viewing experience. Designed to meet the most uncompromising aesthetic and preservation standards, this museum acrylic offers state-of-the-art peace of mind, making it ideal for high-value artwork, photography, and sensitive materials.

Optium Museum Acrylic sheets, Optium Museum Acrylic Cases, and Seamed Optium Museum Acrylic deliver:

99% UV blocking to help protect against damage and fading caused by UV rays
Anti-reflective coating for optimal light transmission and nearly invisible viewing
Anti-static protection for use with static-sensitive materials. Reduces cleaning and fabrication time
Abrasion resistant acrylic for long-lasting durability, sustainability, and performance
Shatter resistance for enhanced safety against injury and damage to artwork

Product Details

Features

Virtually eliminates distracting reflections, for a close, intimate experience
Blocks up to 99% of UV rays (300-380nm)
Optimal light transmission protects and brightens colors
Anti-static protection exceeds glass and immediately dissipates static
Durable hard coat protects against scratches
Shatter resistance safeguards against injury and damage to artwork
Easy to clean with common household glass cleaners. Do Not use acrylic cleaners or polishing agents.
Proprietary coating significantly cuts down on cleaning and fabrication time

Applications

Framing or display cases for cultural heritage and fine art collections
High volume work – anti-static properties cut down on cleaning and fabrication time
Static sensitive materials including textiles, charcoals, pastels, fragile surfaces, featherwork and lightweight papers
Oversized works, structurally sensitive frames, and / or when glass is too heavy
Irreplaceable works of art
Shadowboxes for displaying objects, including family heirlooms or personal mementos
Works that travel, high traffic areas, and public event spaces where safety is a concern
Oversized works up to 10ft x 23 ft / 3m x 7m (two or more sheets of Optium Museum Acrylic are seamed together)

Testing & Certifications

Passes Photographic Activity Test (PAT) ISO 18916
Meets ISO 18902 section 3.9
Surface Resistivity < 1.0E+12 Ohms/square tested by Fowler Associates at 73ºF/23ºC for 48 hours at 100 volts
Static Decay = 0.01 seconds per Federal Test Method Standard No. 101C, Test Method Number 4046
Passes Oddy Test
Passes Humidity Resistance MIL-C-48497A para 4.5.3.2
Passes RoHS Compliance ASTM B117-03
Passes Corrosion Resistance (Salt Fog) ASTM B117-03 & B368-03 & B368-97
Passes Coating Adhesion (Snap Tape) MIL-C-48497A para 4.5.3.1
Passes Solubility MIL-C-48497A
Accelerated Aging 2000 hours (~100 years) of Q-sun Xenon Arc Testing at exposure intensity of 100,000 lux properties remain unchanged
Conservation Grade Protection
ISO 18902 Photo Safe
Safe for Friable Materials

Available in smaller, single-sheet sizes starting at 16 in x 20 in (405mm x 510mm)
Can be cut-to-size

Technical Info

Substrate: Abrasion Resistant UV Filter Acrylic
Coating: Double-Sided Anti-Reflective
Thickness: 3.0mm, 4.5mm and 6.0mm /.118″, .177″ and .237″
Maximum Size: 72″ x 120″ / 1830mm x 3050mm
Reflection: <1.6% (double sided)
Transmission: >98% (total)
UV Block: up to 99% of 300nm to 380nm UV rays

Resources

Exhibition & Collections Brand Brochure

English

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