ORALITE® 5500
Engineer Grade
ORALITE® 5500 Engineer Grade is an advanced RA1, design A reflective sheeting specifically designed for reflective warning and directional signs. With a thickness of 0.110 mm, it offers excellent reflective properties and is available in 8 different colours. This film has an impressive durability of up to 7 years and is suitable for both permanent and temporary applications when used in demanding conditions.
- High-quality reflective film: Class RA1 reflective film, structure A, for excellent reflective properties
- Robust and resistant: Excellent corrosion and solvent resistance for high durability
- Long durability: Up to 7 years of durability for permanent indoor and outdoor applications
- Versatile colour range: Available in 8 colours for flexible design of markings and signs
Available colours
8 Colours
010
White
020
Yellow
035
Orange
030
Red
060
Green
050
Blue
080
Brown
070
Black
Product information
Technical properties
Resistance
| Resistance to cleaning agents | No change | adhered on aluminium | 8 h in detergent solution (0.5 % household cleaner) at room temperature and 65 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Durability | 7 Year(s) | with professional processing, with vertical outdoor weathering, central European normal climate |
| Shelf Life | 2 Year(s) | in original packaging, at 20 °C and 50 % relative humidity |
| Resistance to solvents and chemicals | Oils, Fuels, Greases, Aliphatic solvents, Weak acids, Salts and alkalis | |
| Seawater resistance | Tested | adhered on aluminium | DIN 50021, after 100 h/ 23 °C no change |
| Temperature resistance |
Minimum temperature: -40 °C Maximum temperature: 80 °C |
adhered on aluminium |
Adhesive properties
| Adhesive power | 15 N/25 mm | after 24 h, on stainless steel | Average value, FINAT TM 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Adhesive | Permanent |
Processing
| Recommended printing procedure | Screen printing | The ORALITE® screen printing inks of the series 5010 and 5018 are recommended. |
|---|---|---|
| Suitable substrate | Metals | The adhesive was specifically developed for the application on metal surfaces, e.g. aluminium and galvanised sheet steel. |
| Application temperature | Minimum temperature 10 °C |
Product Construction
| Liner |
Liner: Silicone cardboard PE coated on both sides Surface weight: 145 g/m² |
|---|---|
| Front material |
Thickness front material: 0.11 mm Front material: Alkyd resin |
| Adhesive | Solvent-polyacrylate |
General
| Thickness | 0.125 mm | Average value, without protective paper |
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Reflective Characteristics
| Reflective Technology | Glass bead |
|---|---|
| Reflectivity Compliance | Reflective film structure: Design A (embedded glass beads) |
| Reflectivity classes: RA1 |
Dimensions
| Format | Roll | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard width | 610 mm | |
| 760 mm | only available in white | |
| 920 mm | ||
| 1235 mm | ||
| Standard length | 50 m |
Downloads
Technical documents
Processing notes - English (EN)
PDF, 182.78kB, 6 Pages
Product information - English (EN)
PDF, 192.52kB, 1 Page
Our safety data sheets / product information consider the state of the SVHC list of 2026-02-04.
Catalogue
Digital Printing Materials - English (EN)
PDF, 1.77MB, 11 Pages
Printing Materials - English (EN)
PDF, 2.31MB, 20 Pages
Traffic Signs & Construction Zones - English (EN)
PDF, 4.13MB, 40 Pages
ORALITE® UV Traffic Sign Printers - English (EN)
PDF, 861.92kB, 8 Pages
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