Material Specification

For the Professional Applicator

Published with the permission of 3M Corporation. Information Provided by 3M Product Bulletin 1-45.

General Description	3M Scotchcal™ High Performance Protective Films are noted for their overall excellent performance. These rugged, yellowing-resistant urethane films protect against stone chips, bug damage, abrasion and weathering while allowing a vehicle's color brilliance to show through and its design intent to be maintained. Approved by Automotive OEMs, these durable films are flexible, comfortable and easy to apply. PUL 0612 and PUL 1212 are available in rolls of varying widths.
Shelf Life	It is recommended that temperatures of 13 degrees C - 32 degrees C (55 degrees RF- 90 degrees F) and 44 percent - 55 percent relative humidity be maintained in the film storage location. Film should be used within one year of purchase.
Expected Effective Performance Characteristics	Performance statements are based upon representative experience from testing throughout the United States; however, actual performance will be determined by substrate selection and preparation, exposure conditions, and maintenance of the marking. When applied, or when processed and applied according to 3M recommended procedures, this product will conform to 3M's specifications for two years following purchase from 3M.
Physical and Chemical characteristics	Values given are typical and are not for use as specifications. If a specification is desired, a custom specification will be prepared. Any requests for a specification should be submitted through your local 3M representative.
Performance Properties	These values represent typical data when tested to major OEM urethane specifications and should not be used for product approval.
Results Performance Test and Condition PUL 0612 PUL 1212 Tensile MPa (PSI) 12 (1740) 12 (1740) Elongation 200 Percent 200 Percent Peel Adhesion Initial State - 20 min @ 23 deg. C (73 deg. F) N/m (lb/in) 600 (3.4) 600 (3.4) Room Temp - 72 hrs @ 23 deg. C (73 deg. F) N/m (lb/in) 700 (4.0) 700 (4.0) Heat Resistance - 168 hrs @70 deg. C (158 deg. F) N/m (lb/in) 700(4.0) 700(4.0) Moisture Resistance - 168 hrs @ 35 deg C (95 deg F) 700(4.0) 700(4.0) Thermal Cycle 700(4.0) 700(4.0) Environmental Simulation Acid Resistance Pass Pass Fuel Resistance Pass Pass Heat Resistance - 168 hrs @ 70 deg. C (158 deg F) Pass Pass Moisture Resistance - 168 hrs @ 35 deg C (95 deg F) 100% R.H. - 2 hrs.@70 deg C (158 deg F) Pass Pass Thermal Cycle Pass Pass Solvent Resistance Pass Pass Shrinkage <.1 Percent <.1 Percent Gravelometer (SAE J400) No Ruptures No Ruptures
Outdoor Deck Weathering
Arizona 45 deg. South Facing (unbacked) - No objectionable gloss loss or change, adhesion loss, film crackup, or crazing. 24 months Less than 10 percent gloss loss and no more than 2.5 De color change Less than 10 percent gloss loss and no more than 2.5 De color change Florida 5 Deg South Facing (unbacked) -No objectionable gloss loss or change, adhesion loss, film crackup, or crazing. 24 months Less than 10 percent gloss loss and no more than 2.5 De color change Less than 10 percent gloss loss and no more than 2.5 De color change
Product Characteristics Adhesive: Acrylic PSA Liner: White - Bleached paper with release coating Max Service Temp: Film softens above 67 deg C (150 deg F)