Plexiglass have a life span?

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Dnovi
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Sun Nov 30, 2014 11:34 am

Wondering if anyone knows if the UV protection from Plexiglass deteriorates over time?
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Sun Nov 30, 2014 1:15 pm

My framer had referenced the 100 year estimate for my 99% museum plexi for a piece. Most likely got it from the following doc...

http://www.tru-vue.com/files/file/Produ ... t_0712.pdf
Accelerated Aging
Q-sun Xenon Arc test
Anti-reflective, anti-static, UV protection and light transmission remain unchanged after 2000 hours (estimated to
be approximately 100 years
) of Q-sun Xenon arc testing at exposure intensity of 100,000 Lux.
If it outlives you, no worries.
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