{"id":67527,"date":"2024-12-20T17:34:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T16:34:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=67527"},"modified":"2024-12-20T17:34:41","modified_gmt":"2024-12-20T16:34:41","slug":"uv-resistance-of-plastics","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/articles\/uv-resistance-of-plastics\/","title":{"rendered":"UV Resistance of Plastics: Best Materials for 3D Printing, CNC Machining, and Injection Molding"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-comprehensive-uv-material-selection-reference-guide\">Comprehensive UV Material Selection Reference Guide<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#understanding-uv-light-and-its-impact\">Understanding UV Light and Its Impact<\/a>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#3d-printing-materials-with-uv-resistance\">3D Printing Materials With UV Resistance<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#formative-manufacturing-materials-with-uv-resistance\">Formative Manufacturing Materials With UV Resistance<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#cnc-machining-materials-with-uv-resistance\">CNC Machining Materials With UV Resistance<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#practical-guide-to-uv-protection-for-plastics-parts-in-manufacturing-choose-the-right-solution\">Practical Guide to UV Protection for Plastics Parts in Manufacturing: Choose the Right Solution<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#common-standards-for-weathering-and-uv-testing\">Common Standards for Weathering and UV Testing<\/a>\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#final-considerations-for-uv-resistant-plastics\">Final Considerations for UV Resistant Plastics<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p>When designing products that need to stand up to the sun\u2019s relentless UV rays, choosing the right materials can feel like navigating a maze. From agricultural pipes that crack under pressure to faded outdoor furniture, we\u2019ve all seen what UV radiation can do. But don\u2019t worry\u2014this guide is here to simplify the science and give you practical tips for keeping your plastics durable and long-lasting. Whether you&#8217;re an engineer or manufacturer, mastering UV resistance can save your projects from an early demise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can significantly degrade plastics, compromising both their appearance and structural integrity. At the molecular level, UV rays break down the chemical bonds in plastics, leading to discoloration, brittleness, and surface chalking. For instance, Xometry conducted an experiment where a white stereolithography (SLA) part was exposed outdoors for six months resulting in the part becoming yellowed and extremely brittle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UV-resistant plastics are engineered to withstand such degradation, maintaining their properties under prolonged UV exposure. Common testing standards for assessing UV resistance include ASTM G154, which utilizes fluorescent UV lamps, and ISO 4892-2, employing xenon-arc lamps to simulate natural sunlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch UV-resistant plastics face their ultimate test in Xometry&#8217;s &#8216;Will It Fade&#8217; UV radiation challenge:<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"Ygl5xuAb2qU-69d36db16bf56\" data-video-id=\"Ygl5xuAb2qU\" class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-wrapper\" style=\"width:100%;height:56.25%;padding-top:56.25%;\" data-new-window=\"\" data-yt-parameters=\"WyJtYXgtd2lkdGg9XHUyMDFjNzAwcHhcIiJd\"><picture class=\"ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width:640px)\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/Ygl5xuAb2qU\/Ygl5xuAb2qU_hq720.webp\"><source media=\"(min-width:640px)\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" srcset=\"\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/ma-gdpr-youtube-thumbnails\/Ygl5xuAb2qU\/Ygl5xuAb2qU_hq720.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width:320px)\" 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style=\"font-size:.7em;\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-comprehensive-uv-material-selection-reference-guide\"><strong>Comprehensive UV Material Selection Reference Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"custom-table-block \" id=\"table-id-326\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"search-input-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n\t\t\t<path d=\"M15.7812 13.833L12.6659 10.7177C12.5252 10.5771 12.3346 10.499 12.1347 10.499H11.6253C12.4877 9.39596 13.0002 8.00859 13.0002 6.49937C13.0002 2.90909 10.0911 0 6.50083 0C2.91056 0 0.00146484 2.90909 0.00146484 6.49937C0.00146484 10.0896 2.91056 12.9987 6.50083 12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-326\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 264px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><b>Material<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><b>Inherent UV Resistance<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\"><b>Common Applications<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\"><b>Degradation Mechanisms<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\"><b>Manufacturing Technologies<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\"><b>Protection Methods<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\"><b>Cost-Effective Alternatives<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\"><b>Testing Requirements<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><b>Expected Lifetime<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\"><b>Key Performance Indicators<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>HDPE<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Agricultural films<br \/>\n\u2022 Storage containers<br \/>\n\u2022 Pipes<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Chain scission<br \/>\n\u2022 Oxidation<br \/>\n\u2022 Embrittlement<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion (sheets, pipes, profiles)<br \/>\n\u2022 Blow molding<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 2-3% Carbon black<br \/>\n\u2022 HALS<br \/>\n\u2022 Antioxidants<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 PP with UV package<br \/>\n\u2022 PVC<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 QUV 1000hrs<br \/>\n\u2022 Xenon 2000hrs<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2-5 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Elongation retention<br \/>\n\u2022 Tensile strength<br \/>\n\u2022 Brittleness<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PP<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very Poor<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Outdoor furniture<br \/>\n\u2022 Automotive parts<br \/>\n\u2022 Consumer goods<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Severe chain scission<br \/>\n\u2022 Chalking<br \/>\n\u2022 Colour change<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Thermoforming<br \/>\n\u2022 Blow molding<br \/>\n\u2022 3D printing<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 UV absorbers<br \/>\n\u2022 HALS package<br \/>\n\u2022 Nucleating agents<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 HDPE<br \/>\n\u2022 ASA<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 QUV 2000hrs<br \/>\n\u2022 Xenon 3000hrs<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3-7 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Impact resistance<br \/>\n\u2022 Colour stability<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface appearance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PVC<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Window profiles<br \/>\n\u2022 Siding<br \/>\n\u2022 Pipes<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Dehydro-chlorination<br \/>\n\u2022 Discoloration<br \/>\n\u2022 Chalking<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion (sheets, pipes, profiles)<br \/>\n\u2022 Calendering (for sheets and films)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 TiO2<br \/>\n\u2022 Impact modifiers<br \/>\n\u2022 Heat stabilizers<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 ASA<br \/>\n\u2022 Engineered composites<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 QUV 4000hrs<br \/>\n\u2022 Outdoor exposure<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15-25 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Colour retention<br \/>\n\u2022 Impact strength<br \/>\n\u2022 Dimensional stability<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PC<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor-Good<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Glazing<br \/>\n\u2022 Automotive lenses<br \/>\n\u2022 Safety shields<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Yellowing<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface crazing<br \/>\n\u2022 Photo-oxidation<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Sheet extrusion followed by thermoforming<br \/>\n\u2022 Profile extrusion<br \/>\n\u2022 FDM (3D printing)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 UV protective coating<br \/>\n\u2022 UV absorbers<br \/>\n\u2022 Anti-oxidants<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 Acrylic<br \/>\n\u2022 PMMA<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 Xenon 4000hrs<br \/>\n\u2022 Outdoor exposure<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10-15 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Light transmission<br \/>\n\u2022 Yellowness index<br \/>\n\u2022 Impact strength<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>Acrylic (PMMA)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Outdoor signs<br \/>\n\u2022 Glazing<br \/>\n\u2022 Lighting<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Minor yellowing<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface scratching<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Cast sheet production<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion followed by thermoforming<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 UV absorbers<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface hardeners<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 PC with coating<br \/>\n\u2022 Modified PET<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 UV-A exposure<br \/>\n\u2022 Impact testing<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15-20 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Optical clarity<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface hardness<br \/>\n\u2022 Weather resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>ASA<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Outdoor furniture<br \/>\n\u2022 Automotive trim<br \/>\n\u2022 Marine parts<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Minimal colour change<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface effects (chalking)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Calendering<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion<br \/>\n\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 FDM (3D printing)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 HALS<br \/>\n\u2022 Antioxidants<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 ABS with coating<br \/>\n\u2022 PC\/PBT blends<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 QUV 3000hrs<br \/>\n\u2022 Xenon 4000hrs<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8-12 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Colour stability<br \/>\n\u2022 Gloss retention<br \/>\n\u2022 Impact resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PET<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Outdoor packaging<br \/>\n\u2022 Strapping<br \/>\n\u2022 Textiles<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Hydrolysis<br \/>\n\u2022 Chain scission<br \/>\n\u2022 Crystallisation<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Blow molding (for bottles)<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion followed by thermoforming<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 UV absorbers<br \/>\n\u2022 Chain extenders<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 PBT<br \/>\n\u2022 Modified PE<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 Humidity testing<br \/>\n\u2022 UV exposure<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2-5 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Molecular weight<br \/>\n\u2022 Crystallinity<br \/>\n\u2022 Mechanical properties<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>Nylon<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor-Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Automotive parts<br \/>\n\u2022 Industrial components<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit;\">\u2022 Oxidation<br \/>\n\u2022 Chain breakage<br \/>\n\u2022 Embrittlement<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion<br \/>\n\u2022 Cast molding<br \/>\n\u2022 3D printing<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 Carbon black<br \/>\n\u2022 UV stabilizers<br \/>\n\u2022 Heat stabilizers<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 PBT<br \/>\n\u2022 POM<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 Heat ageing<br \/>\n\u2022 UV + moisture<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5-10 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Tensile strength<br \/>\n\u2022 Chemical resistance<br \/>\n\u2022 Dimensional stability<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>ABS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor without additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Temporary outdoor<br \/>\n\u2022 Painted parts<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Severe degradation<br \/>\n\u2022 Butadiene breakdown<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Thermoforming<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion<br \/>\n\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 FDM (3D printing)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 UV stabilizers<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface coating required<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 ASA<br \/>\n\u2022 PC\/ABS<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 QUV 1000hrs<br \/>\n\u2022 Coating tests<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1-3 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Impact strength<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface quality<br \/>\n\u2022 Colour stability<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>POM<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Technical parts<br \/>\n\u2022 Precision components<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Formaldehyde release<br \/>\n\u2022 Chain unzipping<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 Extrusion<br \/>\n\u2022 Machining (due to good dimensional stability)<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 Thermal stabilisers<br \/>\n\u2022 Antioxidants<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 Nylon<br \/>\n\u2022 PBT<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 Thermal stability<br \/>\n\u2022 UV exposure<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5-8 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Dimensional stability<br \/>\n\u2022 Creep resistance<br \/>\n\u2022 Stiffness<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PTFE<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 UV protection for plastics<br \/>\n\u2022 Engineering components<br \/>\n\u2022 Chemical processing<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Chemical attack<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Lamination<br \/>\n\u2022 Compression molding<br \/>\n\u2022 CNC Machining<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 HDPE for low friction needs<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\">\u2022 Thermal stability<br \/>\n\u2022 UV exposure<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15-25 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Dimensional stability<br \/>\n\u2022 Thermal performance<br \/>\n\u2022 Chemical resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PVDF<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Engineering components<br \/>\n\u2022 Chemical processing<br \/>\n\u2022 UV protection for plastics<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Chemical attack<br \/>\n\u2022 Discoloration<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 CNC Machining<br \/>\n\u2022 Coextrusion<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 PVC for chemical resistance<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Heat ageing<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15-25 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Dimensional stability<br \/>\n\u2022 Thermal performance<br \/>\n\u2022 Chemical resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PETG<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Outdoor signage<br \/>\n\u2022 Protective covers<br \/>\n\u2022 Containers<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Minor discoloration over time<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 FDM (3D Printing)<br \/>\n\u2022 Coextrusion<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 PLA with UV additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Xenon 3000hrs<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5-10 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Tensile strength<br \/>\n\u2022 Clarity retention<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 6.90634%;\"><strong>PLA<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.70388%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.123%;\">\u2022 Prototyping<br \/>\n\u2022 Consumer products<br \/>\n\u2022 Packaging<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.2857%;\">\u2022 Discoloration<br \/>\n\u2022 Embrittlement<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface cracking<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 12.0151%;\">\u2022 Injection molding<br \/>\n\u2022 FDM (3D Printing)<br \/>\n\u2022 Coextrusion<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 8.89309%;\">\u2022 UV stabilizers<br \/>\n\u2022 Surface coatings<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 9.74456%;\">\u2022 PETG<br \/>\n\u2022 ABS with UV additives<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 11.6488%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2022 Accelerated weathering tests (ASTM G154)<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 7.08352%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1-3 years<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 10.5014%;\">\u2022 Tensile strength<br \/>\n\u2022 Color stability<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<style>\r\n\t.custom-table-block table{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper{\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 24px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper svg{\r\n\t\tposition: absolute;\r\n\t\ttop:50%;\r\n\t\tleft:12px;\r\n\t\ttransform: translateY(-50%);\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input{\r\n\t\tpadding: 0 0 0 40px;\r\n\t\tborder:1px solid #C1CAD1;\r\n\t\theight: 44px;\r\n\t\twidth: 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th{\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 700;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th:after{\r\n\t\tcontent:\"\";\r\n\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\r\n\t\tbackground-image: url(\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='12' height='8' viewBox='0 0 12 8' fill='none' xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%3E%3Cpath d='M10.585 0.585938L6 5.17094L1.415 0.585938L0 2.00094L6 8.00094L12 2.00094L10.585 0.585938Z' fill='%23476175'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E%0A\");\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 8px;\r\n\t\tbackground-position: center center;\r\n\t\tbackground-size: 12px 7.5px;\r\n\t\tbackground-repeat: no-repeat;\r\n\t\twidth: 24px;\r\n\t\theight: 12px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block{\r\n\t\tmargin: 20px 0;\t\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\twidth: 100%;\r\n\t\toverflow-x: auto;\r\n\t}\r\n\t@media(max-width: 768px){\r\n\t\t\/* 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12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-715\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 14.5619%;\"><b>Types of UV Radiation<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.0155%;\"><b>Wavelength<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 72.2938%;\"><b>Description<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 14.5619%;\"><strong>UV-A<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.0155%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">315-400 nm<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 72.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longest wavelength, penetrating deeper into materials but with less energy than UVB or UVC. Often leads to gradual surface degradation and discoloration.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 14.5619%;\"><strong>UV-B<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.0155%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">280-315 nm<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 72.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mid-range wavelengths with more energy cause significant surface damage in materials like plastics. Responsible for more intense degradation over time, leading to cracking, fading, and structural breakdown.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 14.5619%;\"><strong>UV-C<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.0155%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100-280 nm<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 72.2938%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The shortest wavelength with the highest energy is often absorbed by Earth&#8217;s atmosphere, so it\u2019s less common outdoors. However, it can be emitted by artificial sources like germicidal lamps, leading to rapid material degradation upon direct exposure.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<style>\r\n\t.custom-table-block table{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper{\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 24px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.search-input-wrapper svg{\r\n\t\tposition: absolute;\r\n\t\ttop:50%;\r\n\t\tleft:12px;\r\n\t\ttransform: translateY(-50%);\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input{\r\n\t\tpadding: 0 0 0 40px;\r\n\t\tborder:1px solid #C1CAD1;\r\n\t\theight: 44px;\r\n\t\twidth: 201px;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 400;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.table-search-input::placeholder{\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th{\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\twhite-space:nowrap;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead{\r\n\t\tmargin-bottom: 14px;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody tr:nth-child(odd){\r\n\t\tbackground-color: #F6F9FF;\r\n\t}\r\n\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody, .custom-table-block thead, .custom-table-block tr, .custom-table-block td, .custom-table-block th{\r\n\t\theight: initial!important;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block tbody td{\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 400;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tpadding: 7px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th{\r\n\t\tfont-family: Open Sans;\r\n\t\tfont-size: 16px;\r\n\t\tfont-weight: 700;\r\n\t\tline-height: 24px;\r\n\t\tletter-spacing: 0em;\r\n\t\ttext-align: left;\r\n\t\tcolor:#092C47;\r\n\t\tposition: relative;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block thead th:after{\r\n\t\tcontent:\"\";\r\n\t\tdisplay: inline-block;\r\n\t\tbackground-image: url(\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg width='12' height='8' viewBox='0 0 12 8' fill='none' xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%3E%3Cpath d='M10.585 0.585938L6 5.17094L1.415 0.585938L0 2.00094L6 8.00094L12 2.00094L10.585 0.585938Z' fill='%23476175'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E%0A\");\r\n\t\tmargin-left: 8px;\r\n\t\tbackground-position: center center;\r\n\t\tbackground-size: 12px 7.5px;\r\n\t\tbackground-repeat: no-repeat;\r\n\t\twidth: 24px;\r\n\t\theight: 12px;\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block{\r\n\t\tmargin: 20px 0;\t\r\n\t}\r\n\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\twidth: 100%;\r\n\t\toverflow-x: auto;\r\n\t}\r\n\t@media(max-width: 768px){\r\n\t\t\/* .custom-table-block tbody td{\r\n\t\t\twhite-space: nowrap;\r\n\t\t} *\/\r\n\t\t.custom-table-block .table-wrapper{\r\n\t\t\tmax-width: calc(100vw - 16px);\r\n\t\t}\r\n\t}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-1024x534.jpeg\" alt=\"Visible spectrum color range\" class=\"wp-image-67550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-1024x534.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-300x157.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-768x401.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-1536x802.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-2048x1069.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-scaled.jpeg\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-67527\" data-caption=\"Visible spectrum color range\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/visible-spectrum-color-range-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Visible spectrum color range<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"natural-vs-artificial-uv-sources\"><strong>Natural vs Artificial UV Sources<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><strong>Natural Sources:<\/strong> The sun is the primary natural source of UV radiation. Although UVC is mostly filtered by the atmosphere, UVA and UVB reach the Earth&#8217;s surface and are primary culprits in the degradation of exposed materials.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Artificial Sources: <\/strong>Industrial and medical settings may use artificial UV sources. Black lights, welding arcs, and UV lamps for sterilization emit UV rays, primarily UVA and UVC, which can accelerate material breakdown in enclosed or high-exposure environments.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3d-printing-materials-with-uv-resistance\"><strong>3D Printing Materials With UV Resistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>UV-resistant materials aren\u2019t as widely available for 3D printing as they are for traditional methods like injection molding, but 3D printing brings some exciting advantages. With options like ASA, Polycarbonate, EPDM, and Silicone Rubber, it\u2019s perfect for creating custom, lightweight, and complex UV-resistant parts in small quantities. Whether it\u2019s intricate seals, gaskets, or architectural pieces, 3D printing lets you bring unique designs to life without the high costs of traditional manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"custom-table-block \" id=\"table-id-540\" >\r\n\t<div class=\"search-input-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n\t\t\t<path d=\"M15.7812 13.833L12.6659 10.7177C12.5252 10.5771 12.3346 10.499 12.1347 10.499H11.6253C12.4877 9.39596 13.0002 8.00859 13.0002 6.49937C13.0002 2.90909 10.0911 0 6.50083 0C2.91056 0 0.00146484 2.90909 0.00146484 6.49937C0.00146484 10.0896 2.91056 12.9987 6.50083 12.9987C8.01006 12.9987 9.39742 12.4863 10.5004 11.6239V12.1332C10.5004 12.3332 10.5786 12.5238 10.7192 12.6644L13.8345 15.7797C14.1282 16.0734 14.6032 16.0734 14.8938 15.7797L15.778 14.8954C16.0718 14.6017 16.0718 14.1267 15.7812 13.833ZM6.50083 10.499C4.29167 10.499 2.50122 8.71165 2.50122 6.49937C2.50122 4.29021 4.28855 2.49976 6.50083 2.49976C8.70999 2.49976 10.5004 4.28708 10.5004 6.49937C10.5004 8.70852 8.71311 10.499 6.50083 10.499Z\" fill=\"#476175\"\/>\r\n\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t<input type=\"search\" class=\"table-search-input\" id=\"table-search-540\" placeholder=\"Table search\">\r\n\t<\/div>\t\r\n\t<div class=\"table-wrapper\">\r\n\t\t<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 21.5206%;\"><b>Material<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.0412%;\"><b>Type of material<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.3351%;\"><b>UV Resistance<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.0567%;\"><b>Typical Applications<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.7887%;\"><b>3D Printing Process<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 21.5206%;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/abs\/\">Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.0412%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.3351%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High without additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.0567%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automotive trims, outdoor equipment enclosures<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.7887%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDM 3D printing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 21.5206%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/asa\/\"><strong>Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.0412%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.3351%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.0567%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor housings, automotive trims, outdoor furniture<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.7887%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDM 3D printing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 21.5206%;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pc-polycarbonate\/\">Polycarbonate (PC)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.0412%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.3351%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High with additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.0567%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greenhouse panels, eyewear lenses, outdoor lighting covers<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 13.7887%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FDM 3D printing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 21.5206%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pla\/\"><strong>Polylactic Acid (PLA)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.0412%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.3351%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 31.0567%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prototyping and low-durability 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(ASA)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor housings, automotive trims, outdoor furniture<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/hdpe-2\/\"><strong>High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate-High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Piping, playground equipment, outdoor furniture<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extrusion, blow molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pc-polycarbonate\/\">Polycarbonate (PC)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High with additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greenhouse panels, eyewear lenses, outdoor lighting covers<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Polyamide-Imide (PAI)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aerospace parts, high-temperature components<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pvdf-polyvinylidene-fluoride\/\">Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemical piping, wire insulation, architectural coatings<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/ptfe\/\">PTFE (Teflon)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor electrical insulation, chemical seals, non-stick coatings<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pe\/\"><strong>Polyethylene (PE)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Packaging, agricultural films, outdoor products<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extrusion, blow molding, injection molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pp\/\">Polypropylene (PP)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 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400;\">Extrusion, injection molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/ps\/\"><strong>Polystyrene (PS)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horticultural trays, packaging foam, outdoor containers<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding, thermoforming, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/abs\/\">Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High without additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automotive trims, outdoor equipment enclosures<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 48px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pla\/\"><strong>Polylactic Acid (PLA)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prototyping and low-durability consumer products<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong>Butyl Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roofing membranes, pond liners, tyre inner tubes<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extrusion, molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong>EPDM Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weatherstripping, automotive seals, roofing<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extrusion, molding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Natural Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor \/ Fair<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tyres, industrial gloves, vibration dampening<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moulding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Neoprene Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor hoses, gaskets, wetsuits<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moulding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Nitrile Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fair<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel hoses, gaskets, oil-resistant seals<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moulding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong>Silicone Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seals, medical tubing, outdoor enclosures<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injection molding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong>Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor \/ Fair<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tyres, footwear, conveyor belts<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moulding, extrusion<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 19.4588%; height: 72px;\"><strong>Viton Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 15.8505%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 14.3041%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 28.0928%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemical-resistant seals, automotive O-rings<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 22.1649%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moulding, 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machining offers a large selection of UV-resistant materials, making it a preferred choice for high-performance applications. Unlike other processes, CNC allows for tight tolerances and complex geometries in materials like Polycarbonate, PTFE, and UV-stable elastomers. 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width: 100%; height: 816px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 24px;\"><b>Material<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 24px;\"><b>Type of material<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 24px;\"><b>UV Resistance<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 24px;\"><b>Typical Applications<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/asa\/\"><strong>Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor housings, automotive trims, outdoor furniture<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/hdpe-2\/\"><strong>High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate-High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Piping, containers, playground equipment<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pc-polycarbonate\/\">Polycarbonate (PC)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High with additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greenhouse panels, eyewear lenses, outdoor lighting covers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Polyamide-Imide (PAI)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Very High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aerospace components, high-performance insulators<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pvdf-polyvinylidene-fluoride\/\">Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemical piping, wire insulation, architectural coatings<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/ptfe\/\">PTFE (Teflon)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor electrical insulation, chemical seals, non-stick coatings<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pe\/\"><strong>Polyethylene (PE)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Packaging, agricultural films, outdoor products<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pp\/\">Polypropylene (PP)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor furniture, automotive parts, containers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/pvc\/\"><strong>Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medium-High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Window frames, roofing, outdoor signage<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/ps\/\"><strong>Polystyrene (PS)<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horticultural trays, packaging foam, outdoor containers<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 72px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 72px;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/materials\/abs\/\">Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive plastic<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High without additives<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 72px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automotive trims, outdoor equipment enclosures<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Butyl Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Roofing membranes, industrial liners, tire inner tubes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong>EPDM Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excellent<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weatherstripping, automotive seals, roofing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Neoprene Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor hoses, gaskets, wetsuits<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Nitrile Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV-sensitive elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fair<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 37.8866%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel hoses, gaskets, oil-resistant seals<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 24.4845%; height: 48px;\"><strong>Silicone Rubber<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 20.8763%; height: 48px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inherently UV-resistant elastomer<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.4948%; 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injection molding<\/a>    <\/aside>\r\n    \n\n\n<p>UV protection for plastic parts produced with 3D printing, CNC machining or injection molding involves various approaches, including additives, stabilizers, surface coatings, and strategic design techniques. The best method depends on the component&#8217;s characteristics, environmental exposure, and performance requirements. Automotive components use PVD or UV-stabilized coatings for aesthetics and weather resistance, whereas construction materials benefit from co-extruded layers or pigmented solutions for durability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep your SLA prints from turning brittle after UV exposure, a great solution is applying a lacquer finish. Not only does it protect the surface from harmful UV rays, but it also enhances durability and gives your parts a polished, professional look. It\u2019s a simple yet effective way to extend the lifespan of your prints while maintaining their quality over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"SLA Clear, lacquered \" class=\"wp-image-67586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-scaled.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-67527\" data-caption=\"SLA Clear, lacquered\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/SLA-Clear-lacquered-Front-scaled.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">SLA Clear, lacquered <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Below, we outline common use cases and corresponding solutions to help you choose the right UV-resistant strategy for your plastic parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Is your plastic component thick?<br><\/strong>Thick components risk UV penetration into their depth, causing material degradation over time. Use UV absorbers like benzotriazoles or carbon black pigments to block UV effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Does your plastic component have thin walls?<br><\/strong>Thin-walled parts are more vulnerable to UV damage due to their smaller cross-section. Apply Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers (HALS) or use co-extrusion technology to enhance durability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Will your part be exposed to outdoor conditions?<br><\/strong>Outdoor applications face constant sunlight and weathering, leading to discoloration and brittleness. Utilize carbon black pigments or traditional UV-resistant coatings with weatherproof properties for long-lasting protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Is aesthetic appearance your priority?<br><\/strong>Maintaining visual appeal while protecting against UV damage is crucial for decorative parts. Use Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) for a sleek finish or traditional UV-resistant coatings in clear or pigmented options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Does your component need to remain clear or transparent?<br><\/strong>Clear parts must retain optical clarity while resisting UV degradation. Apply UV-resistant clear coatings or use UV absorbers for transparent polymers to maintain appearance and function.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Will your part endure extreme environmental conditions?<br><\/strong>Exposure to harsh climates, high temperatures, or humidity can accelerate UV-related damage. Use HALS or co-extrusion technology to ensure consistent performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Does your part need protection beyond UV resistance?<br><\/strong>When additional features like scratch, abrasion, or chemical resistance are required, choose multi-functional solutions. Opt for hybrid coatings that combine UV stabilizers with enhanced durability.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Environmental factors such as geographic location, seasonal temperature changes, atmospheric exposure, and mechanical stresses significantly influence the choice of protection methods. Manufacturers must account for these variables to ensure long-lasting performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"A polycarbonate headlight lens, yellowed and crazed after years of UV and environmental exposure\" class=\"wp-image-67574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-scaled.jpeg\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-67527\" data-caption=\"A polycarbonate headlight lens, yellowed and crazed after years of UV and environmental exposure\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/polycarbonate-headlight-lens-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A polycarbonate headlight lens, yellowed and crazed after years of UV and environmental exposure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"common-standards-for-weathering-and-uv-testing\"><strong>Common Standards for Weathering and UV Testing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>manufacturers select UV-stable polymers that meet application requirements by simulating real-world conditions with accelerated aging techniques like xenon-arc and fluorescent UV lamps. These tests provide critical insights, such as identifying materials prone to failure under real-world conditions, predicting service life in specific locations, and supporting cost-benefit analyses for UV protection strategies. By adhering to standardized methods, manufacturers can ensure reliable performance, backed by verifiable data for warranty and performance claims.<\/p>\n\n\n    <section class=\"article-toggle-list-block\">\r\n        <div class=\"article-content-wrapper\">\r\n            <div class=\"article-toggle-list\">\r\n                <div class=\"toggle-list-title\">Commonly Used Standards for UV Testing<\/div>                <ul class=\"toggle-list\">\r\n                    <li class=\"toggle-list-item\">ASTM G154: Standard practice for operating fluorescent ultraviolet (UV) lamp apparatus for exposure of non-metallic materials.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">ASTM G155: Standard practice for operating Xenon arc lamp apparatus for exposure of materials.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">ASTM D2565: Standard Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Outdoor Applications.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">ASTM D4459: Standard Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Indoor Applications.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">ASTM D4329: Standard Practice for Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp Apparatus Exposure of Plastics.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">BS EN ISO 4892-2: Plastics. Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources. Part 2 \u2013 Xenon-arc lamps.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">BS EN ISO 4892-3: Plastics. Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources. Part 3 &#8211; Fluorescent UV lamps.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">BS ISO 4665: Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic. Resistance to weathering.<\/li><li class=\"toggle-list-item\">SAE J2527: Automotive specific.<\/li>                <\/ul>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-uv-testing-parameters\"><strong>Key UV Testing Parameters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Testing parameters are calibrated to reflect real-world conditions, providing valuable insights into material performance and lifespan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>UV Intensity: <\/strong>Adjusted based on geographic UV radiation levels to ensure materials can withstand local conditions, especially in regions with high UV exposure.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Temperature:<\/strong> Higher temperatures can accelerate the breakdown of many rigid and flexible polymers, making temperature control crucial.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Humidity Cycles<\/strong>: Alternating wet and dry cycles replicate natural weather patterns, assessing materials\u2019 resistance to combined UV and moisture stresses.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exposure Timing<\/strong>: Light and dark cycles simulate the day-night transition, revealing whether materials recover between exposures or undergo cumulative degradation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sample Orientation and Rotation: <\/strong>Rotating samples ensures consistent exposure to UV lights, as varying angles impact wear rates.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-considerations-for-uv-resistant-plastics\"><strong>Final Considerations for UV Resistant Plastics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>When it comes to outdoor applications, UV resistance isn\u2019t just a nice-to-have\u2014it\u2019s a crucial part of the design process. But balancing cost with performance can be tricky. If you\u2019re weighing options, focus on what your project really needs. Do you need something that\u2019ll last decades in harsh conditions, or is a short-term solution enough?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your project involves <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/en\/3d-printing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3D printing<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/en\/injection-moulding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">injection molding<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.eu\/en\/cnc-machining\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CNC machining<\/a>, explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/get.xometry.eu\/?locale=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Xometry Instant Quoting Engine<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> and our <a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/tools\/3d-printing-decision-guide\/\">3D Printing Wizard<\/a> to find the right material for an application requiring varying levels of UV exposure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":67538,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","categories":[],"c-tag-articles":[],"global-tag":[469],"class_list":["post-67527","articles","type-articles","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","global-tag-materials-eu"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.7 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>UV Resistance of Plastics &amp; Elastomers | Xometry Pro<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Looking for the perfect UV-resistant materials for 3D printing, injection molding, or CNC machining? 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