LM-146-NI : Low Modulus Optical Coating / Adhesive
LM-146 is a low refractive index UV curable coating/adhesive. It has excellent adhesion to glass, metals, and some plastics. A typical application is re-coating in cascaded Cladding Light Strippers. It is distinguished by its low modulus which enables excellent endurance under repetitive, high-amplitude thermal cycles, which are typical in high-power Cladding Light Strippers.
Properties
| Liquid state | |
| RI liquid at 589 nm | 1.440 |
| Density, g/cm3 | 1.10 |
| Viscosity, cps @ 25°C | 1700 |
| Cured state | |
| RI cured at 589 nm | 1.460 |
| RI cured at 950 nm | 1.454 |
| Adhesion to glass, 90° Peel, g/cm | 200 |
| Elastic modulus, MPa | 35 |
| Tensile Strength, MPa | 3 |
| Elongation at Break, % | 100 |
| Hardness, Shore A | 88 |
The product is supplied pre-filtered to below 1 micron particles.
Storage
- Avoid unnecessary exposure to ambient light and
- Long-term storage should be at ambient conditions of 10-30ºC.
- The coating is supplied in glass bottles. Keep the container closed to avoid moisture
- The shelf life is 12 months.
Application
Curing can be achieved by any source of UV at 300-400nm. Typically, a dose of 1000-2000 mJ/cm2 is necessary.
To prevent tackiness on exposed surfaces, it is recommended to cure in an inert atmosphere (e.g. under nitrogen). There is no need for an inert atmosphere when curing between two layers or in a mold (more on inert curing on the Technical Support page on our website).
Keep the bottle closed at all times when not in use. The material is sensitive to light.
Safety: Refer to the SDS
Note: The above information is believed to be reliable, but it is not to be taken as a representation, warranty, or guarantee. Customers should perform their own QC, QA, and evaluation tests.
Updated: March 4, 2018
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