Photo Anodized Metal Nameplates

Photo anodized metal nameplates combine reliability with the durability you have come to expect with any product. They have consistently remained one of our most popular products for our customers due to their dependability as well as the options available including thickness of material, adhesives, and size selection. With over 500 sizes available, chances are very likely we will have just the size you need.

Available with or without a bar code, photo anodized metal nameplates are ideal for customers who require permanent nameplates to stand up in harsh environments. Black copy, logos, and bar codes are photographically reproduced for maximum clarity and detail and then sealed within the anodic layer of the aluminum- ensuring accurate and reliable reads for years to come. Optional second colors are screen printed.

For applications where the nameplate will be exposed to higher temperatures or more extreme environmental conditions offers an optional intensification process that increases heat resistance to 1000F (intermittent) and improves image resistance for other environmental conditions including damaging UV rays. In addition, this product is available with pressure-sensitive adhesive and/or optional holes for mechanical fasteners.

Metal Nameplate Features  

• Photographically reproduced black copy, logos and bar codes ensure accurate and reliable reads
• Anodizing process protects black copy, logos, and bar codes from chemicals, abrasion and high temperatures
• Adhesives specially matched to surface for maximum adhesion or optional holes available for mechanical fasteners
• Optional intensification process increases heat resistance and improves the image resistance for other environmental conditions
• Nearly 500 sizes means no extra tooling charge

Photo anodized aluminum bar codes are known for maintaining their readability in a wide range of environments and uses. They perform better than other types of labels and nameplates in demanding environments with the exception of those environments that chemically attack aluminum, such as highly caustic or highly acidic applications. Recommended performance is in a pH range of 5.5 to 8.5.

The chart included with this information will help determine if anodized aluminum is right for your application. Always test a sample in your exact environment to ensure performance. Tests were conducted in laboratory environments and may or may not simulate your conditions.

Metal Nameplate Performance Information  

Temperature Tests
Product Tested	Test Conditions	Effect on Readability
Standard photo anodized	60 hours 375°F	Dark reflectance is reduced at these thresholds. This can affect readability.*
Image intensified photo anodized	265 hours 500°F 90 hours 600°F 60 hours 700°F
Ultraviolet Exposure Tests
Product Tested	Test Conditions	Effect on Readability
Standard photo anodized	Weatherometer, 5 years equivalent	Reduced overall readability after these thresholds.*
Image intensified photo anodized	Weatherometer, 20 years equivalent
Abrasion Tests
Standard and image intensified photo anodized	Plates were brushed for 7000 cycles with a stiff nylon wheel (C-17) at a 1000gm (16oz) load	Reduced overall readability after this threshold.*

Environmental, Chemical Atmosphere & Contact Tests

Test Conditions	Effect on Readability
Water/humidity	No effect
Salt spray 5% at 95°F, 700 hours	No effect
Ammonium Hydroxide 2 hours at 1% 2 hours at 5%	Slight dulling of image; affects overall readability*
Ethyl Alcohol	No effect
Ethyl Acetate, 24 hours	No effect
Ferric Chloride, 10%, 16 hours	No effect
Heptane, 72 hours	No effect
Hydrocarbon fluid	No effect
JP-4 fuel	No effect
Kerosene	No effect
Methyl Ethyl Ketone	No effect
Nitric Acid, 1%, 40 hours	No effect
Phosphoric Acid, 1%, 40 hours	No effect
Skydrol	No effect
Sodium Hydroxide	Affects overall readability*
Sulfuric acid, 10%, 24 hours	No effect
Turbine and jet fuel (MIL-L 5161C)	No effect
Tetra sodium pyrophosphate, 1% 40 hours	No effect
Trisodium Phosphate	No effect

*Bar code labels and nameplates exhibit reduced readability when they cannot be read from the same distances and/or angles as before they were degraded. In most cases the print contrast ratio has been reduced. Labels and nameplates may read, but they may require more attempts to read or may read at limited distances and/or angles.

Photo anodized bar code labels and nameplates read reliably in demanding situations. Different results may be experienced due to variances in reader type, reader distance, cleanliness of part surface or label or nameplate design. Please test a sample part for your application.

Metal Nameplate Specifications

Material
.008" matte anodized aluminum is standard. Optional thicknesses include: .012", .032", and .063"

Bar Codes
All alphanumeric bar codes are photo imaged with a human-readable equivalent. Guaranteed no skips in sequence. Code 39 with 2.7 to 9.4 characters per inch (CPI) is standard. Other bar code symbologies including Code 128, 12 of 5 and DataMatrix as well as OCR characters and CPIs available.

Label Copy
The printed label copy may include block type, stylized type, logos or other designs. All black copy is produced photographically. Colors other than black are screen printed.

Colors
Choose black only or one of our standard colors (red, blue, green, or yellow) for block style type, stylized type, logos or other designs. Due to the contrast needed for the bar code scanner, all bar codes are black. color samples are available upon request.

Finish
All black copy and bar codes are sealed in an anodic layer to resist defacing, abrasion and environmental conditions.

Standard Sizes
No. 050: 1 1/4" x 3/8"
No. 033: 1 1/2" x 3/4"
No. 191: 2" x 5/8"
No. 019: 2" x 1"
No. 160: 3 7/16" x 1 3/16"
No. 045: 1 1/2" x 1/2"
No. 029: 1 3/4" x 5/8"
No. 277: 2" x 3/4"
No. 016: 2 1/2" x 1 3/16"
No. 123: 1 3/4" x 1/2"
No. 136: 2" x 9/16"
No. 037: 2 1/2" x 1 3/4"
No. 074: 3" x 1"

There are over 500 other sizes available upon request.

Standard Adhesive
Pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive (MC53LE), .0035" thick supported by a liner. Provides an excellent bond to plastic or powder coated metal surfaces and a very good bond to bare metal surfaces. Also bonds very well to slightly oily surfaces or those plastics that may have a mold release. Will withstand temperatures from -40° to 300°F (intermittent). Shelf life of 24 months when stored at 72°F (22°C) and 50% relative humidity.

Optional Adhesive
Pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive (MC68), .005" thick supported by a liner. Provides an excellent bond to unpainted metal surfaces such as aluminum and stainless steel as well as glass surfaces. Will withstand temperatures from -40°C to 400°F (intermittent). Shelf life of 24 months when stored at 72°F (22°C) and 50% relative humidity.

Optional Holes
Available upon request for mechanical fasteners. Standard hole diameters include: 3/32", 3/16", and 1/8". A 1/4" quiet zone must be allowed at the beginning and end of the barcode inside the mechanical fastener area.

Packaging
Shipped in "work-out-of" cartons for convenient application. Each carton consists of one or more plastic trays containing 250 sequentially packed nameplates (can vary with metal thickness). Both cartons and trays are clearly marked to indicate serial numbers of contents. Pressure-sensitive adhesive orders are shipped with cleaner and application instructions.

Shipment
5 work days (Black-type, Black-Designed), 10 work days (Color-Designed) upon receipt of order and proof approval.

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