TUFFAK® AR2 Polycarbonate Sheet

TUFFAK AR2 Hard-Coated Polycarbonate Sheet

TUFFAK® AR2 combines the high impact strength and clarity of polycarbonate with a one-side or two-side hard-coated surface for improved abrasion resistance and surface hardness. Plaskolite describes TUFFAK® AR as a hard-coated polycarbonate sheet that provides protection against chemical and UV attack while reducing long-term maintenance costs.

The Australian GAT Technologies reference identifies TUFFAK® AR2, formerly Makrolon® AR2, as a one-side or two-side hard-coated polycarbonate product with strong abrasion resistance, chemical resistance and outdoor weathering performance. It also notes availability in clear, standard tints and custom matched colours.

AR1 Surface Technology Option

TUFFAK® AR surface technology is also available as TUFFAK® AR1, a one-side hard-coated polycarbonate sheet. AR1 is designed where abrasion resistance is required on one exposed face only, or where the sheet is being laminated to another substrate such as glass or other glazing materials.

TUFFAK® AR1 is suitable for lamination, spall shield and single-surface decorative applications. It may be used as part of a glazing system to improve intruder resistance or to act as an anti-spall barrier, depending on the full laminate design, thickness and project specification.

Key Features & Common Applications

Certification & Compliance

TUFFAK® AR / AR2 product documentation lists the following regulatory code compliance and certifications:

• ANSI Z97.1-2009 / 2015 Class A Unlimited — Safety glazing materials used in buildings
• DOT / FMVSS 205 / ANSI Z26.1 Item AS-4 — Transport glazing reference
• CPSC 16 CFR 1201 Category I and II — Architectural glazing safety standard
• Florida Building Code 2017, 6th Edition — High Velocity Hurricane Zone classified
• Miami-Dade NOA — Listed in product data sheet
• ICC-ES ESR-2728 — Evaluation report listed
• UL 972 — Burglary-resistant glazing material, UL File #BP2126
• UL 746C — Suitability for outdoor use, UL File #E87887
• AAMA 501.8 — Resistance to human impact of window systems for psychiatric applications

Fire Properties

For the Australian market, it also states that TUFFAK® AR2 meets intruder resistance testing to AS 3555.1-2003 Level 1, including a 10-minute continued attack test with a 3 kg axe, plus a modified AS 3555.1-2003 test using other attack equipment.

Important Note: These references should be confirmed against the exact grade, thickness and project use. Final approval for construction, security or transport use should be confirmed by the project engineer, certifier or authority.

Custom Cut-to-Size & Fabrication

TUFFAK® AR2 can be supplied in full sheets or custom cut-to-size panels. Fabrication options include cutting, CNC routing, drilling, slotting, edge finishing and machine-guard panel supply. Due to the hard-coated surface, it is best suited to flat applications unless the selected grade is specifically approved for forming.

Warranty

TUFFAK® AR polycarbonate sheet has a 7-year limited product warranty against breakage, yellowing and hazing, with warranty terms available on request.

Samples

Samples are available on request for clarity, coating performance, colour tint, thickness selection and project review.