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UV Degradation Life Estimator

Estimate outdoor service life of plastic parts based on material type, UV stabilizer loading, climate UV exposure, temperature, wall thickness, and pigmentation.

Inputs

Results

Estimated service life (years)

10

50% property retention (years)

7

Tensile strength at 5 yr (%)49
Tensile strength at 10 yr (%)24
Tensile strength at 20 yr (%)5.7
Yellowing index at 5 yr9
UV exposure multiplier1
Temperature multiplier1
How to Use This Calculator
  1. Enter Material (1-8), UV stabilizer (0-3), and Average UV index.
  2. Set Avg annual temperature (°C), Wall thickness (mm), and Pigment (0-2).
  3. Review Estimated service life (years) and 50% property retention (years).
  4. Use Tensile strength at 5 yr (%) and Tensile strength at 10 yr (%) to inform your decision.
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