FRP Roofing & Cladding
Moon-Lite Series | Chemical Resistant Grade
SPACE® MOON-LITE Series is a premium quality chemical resistant FRP translucent sheet with proven and excellent long term weathering conditions. It features a unique chemical and corrosive resistant resin system. The proven features are backed up by a 20 year performance warranty. It is ideal for use as an alternative to traditional metal roofing systems designed for buildings in corrosive and hazardous environments.
Applications
Garware UV Polyester Film
- Bondable & non peelable
- UV protected
- Glossy lamination protect surface delamination & prolong material lifespan
Gelcoated Polyester Resin 300 micron
- Extra protection against degradation & exposure to harsh chemicals
E-Glass Chopped Strand Mat
- High impact resistance & tensile strength
- Easy profiling
- Even Thickness
Isophthalic Resin + Light Diffuser Additive
- Excellent chemical resistance & anti-corrosion
- Diffuse light evenly
Garware Standard Polyester Film
- Bondable & non peelable
- Allow profile stability
- Glossy lamination protect surface delamination & prolong material lifespan
Main Benefits & Features
Protects against degradation and exposure to harsh chemicals
Filters almost 99% of the harmful ultraviolet rays
Big savings in energy costs
Excellent reflection of solar heat and reducing heat transmission
No direct sunlight “shading or spotting” effect
Resistant to numerous kinds of chemicals
Easy installation and maintenance
Long lasting, strong and durableChemical Properties
| Acid Base Testing | 24 hours | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfuric Acid 30% | No change | ASTM D 1308 |
| Nitric Acid 10% | No change | ASTM D 1308 |
| Hydrochloric Acid 10% | No change | ASTM D 1308 |
| Sodium Hydroxide 10% | No change | ASTM D 1308 |
Moon-Lite Series | Chemical Resistant Grade
Product Specifications
SPACE® Moon-Lite Gel Coat (GC) Fibreglass Reinforced Polyester Translucent Sheet.
| Weight | Color | Thickness (tolerance of +/- 10%) | Standard Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1800 GSM | Clear | 1.2mm | 11.9 M |
| 2400 GSM | Gray | 1.5mm | |
| 3050 GSM | Clear | 1.9mm | |
| 3600 GSM | Gray | 2.0mm | |
| 4000 GSM | Clear | 2.3mm | |
| 4800 GSM | Gray | 3.0mm |
Other weights are also available on special order.
Other non standard lengths are available subject to minimum order quantity and shipping parameters.
Top: Garware UV Polyester Film. Weather surface polyester film incorporates UV inhibitors and offers protection against early yellowing and degradation of surface of the sheet.
Bottom: Garware Standard Polyester Film.Weather surface polyester film incorporates profile stability properties.
Reinforced with high quality E-glass chopped fibre strandmat that has the ingredient of high quality binder which acts as the interlink for their own strength and has a good ability to extend and shrink according to the weathering condition.
Orthophthalic Resin offer good mechanical properties, moderately reactive for general usage. Light diffuser additive enables distribution of light evenly.
Physical Properties
| Properties | 1800 GSM | 2400 GSM | 3600 GSM | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | 80 | 99 | 126 | ASTM D 5083 |
| Impact Strength (KJ/m²) | 55 | 65 | 98 | ASTM D 256 |
| Modulus of Elasticity (MPa) | 6480 | 7840 | 9000 | ASTM D 5083 |
| Flexural Strength (MPa) | 295 | 216 | 162 | ASTM D 790 |
| Specific Gravity at 23°C | 1.08 | 1.44 | 2.16 | ASTM D 792 |
| Thermal Conductivity (watt/mK) | 0.029 | 0.031 | 0.040 | ASTM C 177 |
| Water Absorption in 24hrs/23°C (%) | 0.17 | 0.20 | 0.28 | ASTM D 570 |
Load Deflection Properties
| Properties | 1800 GSM | 2400 GSM | 3600 GSM | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Load Deflection ≤15 mm | 10.0 mm | 6.3 mm | 3.7 mm | BS 4154 : Part 1: 1985 |
Light Transmission Properties
| Colour | 1800 GSM | 2400 GSM | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| JADE Clear | 67% | 63% | ASTM D 1003 – 2007 |
| New Classic Opal | 54% | 53% | ASTM D 1003 – 2007 |
Solar Transmission Properties
| Colour | Grammage | Solar Direct Transmittance | Ultra Violet Transmittance | Total Solar Energy Transmittance | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JADE Clear | 1800 GSM | 11.4% | 0.01% | 0.32 | ISO 9050 : 2003 |
| JADE Clear | 2400 GSM | 6.34% | 0.01% | 0.30 | ISO 9050 : 2003 |
Thermal Insulation Properties
| Colour | Grammage | Thermal Conductivity (k – value) | Resistance of Heat Transmission (Ra- Value) | Thermal Transmittance (U – Value) | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JADE Clear | 1800 GSM | 0.04 W/m.k | 0.16 m².K/W | 6.21 W/m².K | ISO 8990 : 1994 |
Flammability Properties
| Colour | Grammage | Linear Burning Rate | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| JADE Clear | 1800 GSM | 25 mm / min | ASTM D 635 – 2010 |
| JADE Clear | 2400 GSM | 21 mm / min | ASTM D 635 – 2010 |