Diffusion Transflectors
(DR-II)
Optical-grade acrylic designed to provide both diffused reflection and diffused transmission in a single sheet.
CLAREX DR-II transflectors are designed to reflect ambient light and diffuse transmitted backlight within the same sheet. Their strong optical performance makes them well-suited for display applications that need to remain viewable in ambient light while also supporting backlighting when needed.
DR-II materials have traditionally been used behind low-power LCDs that rely on ambient light for normal viewing and use backlighting on demand.
Benefits of Diffusion Transflectors
Dual Reflective & Transmissive Function
Provides both diffused reflection of ambient light and diffused transmission of backlight in a single material.
Strong Optical Performance
Offers the optical characteristics needed for display applications that must balance reflective and backlit viewing.
Supports Low-Power Display Designs
Well-suited for displays that rely on ambient light for normal viewing and use backlighting only when needed.
Improves Readability with a Simplified Construction
Helps maintain screen visibility across changing lighting conditions by combining reflective and transmissive performance in one sheet.
Weather-Resistant Acrylic
Offers excellent weather resistance for applications exposed to changing environmental conditions.
Flexible for Custom Applications
Suitable for laser cutting, milling, and printing, and are available in standard colors or custom color-matched options.
Common Diffusion Transflector Applications
Used to enhance display performance in applications that rely on ambient light, backlighting, or both.
Transflective LCD Displays
Used behind low-power LCDs that are viewed with ambient light and backlit when needed.
Outdoor & Bright-Environment Displays
Helps support readability in applications exposed to high ambient light levels.
Industrial & Instrument Displays
Useful for equipment and instrumentation that must remain visible across changing lighting conditions.
Military & Aviation Instrumentation
Suitable for specialized displays that need reliable performance in variable light environments.
Prototyping & Modeling
A practical option for evaluating display concepts, lighting behavior, and visual performance during development.
Ultra-Bright Color Displays
Helps support displays that need strong visibility and balanced light diffusion in brighter conditions.
Sample materials may be available to help you evaluate material performance.
THICKNESS OPTIONS
- 0.5mm
- 0.6mm
- 0.7mm
- 0.8mm
- 1.0mm
Size Options
- Standard size: 380mm x 550mm
- Custom sizes: Maximum dimensions depend on application. Contact us to discuss available options.
Finished Parts
Sheets can be fabricated and finished to customer specifications.
Customization
Customizable DR-II transflectors built for your display application.
Need a transflector material tailored to your display design? CLAREX DR-II sheets can be customized to support specific optical, dimensional, and fabrication requirements. Options may include thickness, substrate color, surface finish, and finished part fabrication to help meet the needs of your application.
Typical lead time is 4–8 weeks. Finished parts and assemblies can also be fabricated to specification.
PRODUCT Properties
Chemical Properties
| REAGENT | CHANGE OF APPEARANCE |
|---|---|
| Ethyl Alcohol (50%) | No Change |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | No Change |
| Soap Aqua Solution | No Change |
| Benzene | Swollen |
Optical Properties
| PROPERTY | METHOD | UNIT | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat Distortion Temperature | ASTM D-648 | °C | 110 |
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Temperature | °C | 80 | |
| Available with higher temperature ratings on request, 90-95ºC | |||
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | ASTM D-696 | cm/cm/°C | 7 x 10-5 |
| Pencil Hardness | 2H | ||
| Heat Resistance | 80°C x 100hr | No Change | |
| Cold Resistance | -40°C x 100hr | No Change | |
| Humidity Resistance | 60°C x 90% x 100hr | No Change | |
| Thermal Cycle | -40°C<->80°C (10 cycles) | No Change | |
COLOR AVAILABILITY
Available Colors/Shades
| GRADE | COLOR TONE | LIGHTNESS | TOTAL LIGHT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 000 | White | 45% | 73% |
| 505-4 000 | White | 61% | 54% |
| 801-1 000 | White | 64% | 39% |
| 502-1 000 | White | 75% | 34% |
| 503 000 | White | 80% | 24% |
| 505-1 000 | White | 81% | 19% |
| 705-1 000 | White | 76% | 19% |
| 503 BG-01 | Green | 47% | 8% |
| 505-4 BG-01 | Green | 39% | 27% |
| 503 GR-04 | Green | 58% | 13% |
| 505-4 GR-04 | Green | 50% | 34% |
| 503 GR-05 | Green | 65% | 16% |
| 505-4 GR-05 | Green | 56% | 42% |
| 503 GR-13 | Green | 71% | 19% |
| 505-4 GR-13 | Green | 58% | 46% |
| 503 BR-22 | Blue | 61% | 16% |
| 505-4 BR-22 | Blue | 51% | 40% |
| 503 G-100 | Gold | 76% | 22% |
| 505-4 G-100 | Gold | 59% | 52% |
| 503 YR-02 | Yellow | 75% | 23% |
| 505-4 YR-02 | Yellow | 60% | 52% |
| 503 FY-01 | Yellow | 88% | 26% |
| 505-4 FY-01 | Yellow | 70% | 57% |
| 503 FP-02 | Pink | 64% | 17% |
| 505-4 FP-02 | Pink | 53% | 43% |
| 503 OR-07 | Orange | 56% | 14% |
| 505-4 OR-07 | Orange | 48% | 39% |
Ready to Get Started with CLAREX DR-II Transflectors?
Whether you need standard sheets, custom sizes, substrate color options, or fabricated finished parts, our team can help configure the right DR-II solution for your application.