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Exterior Panels, Outdoor Panel & Outdoor Signs





High Quality Solid Composite, High Pressure Laminate (HPL) Exterior Panels, Outdoor Panel & Outdoor Signs




Products Description for High Pressure Laminate (HPL) Exterior Panels, Outdoor Panel & Outdoor signs


Solid Composite High Pressure Laminate (HPL) Exterior Panel, Outdoor Panels & Outdoor Signs General Description


HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs are the highest specification outdoor panels & outdoor signs on the market. Our exterior panels & outdoor signs are made from a solid composite high pressure laminate (HPL) which is fire retardant, extremely impervious to moisture & resistant to UV rays, scratching, impact & graffiti.

HDC Fossil outdoor signs & outdoor panels are protected with a 10-year UV inhibitor & the graphics printed using 12-color high definition printing technology, unique to HDC Fossil.

Our outdoor signs & outdoor panels are available in thickness from 1/16” to 1”. HDC Fossil outdoor signs & outdoor panels over 1/2” / 25mm are self-supporting and can be fitted with threaded inserts.


HDC Fossil Exterior Panels & Outdoor Signs General Description


HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs high pressure laminate (HPL) grades are manufactured with a smooth sub-surface image on one side and a sanded surface on the other side to allow proper bonding to the supporting substrate. Bonding our exterior panels, outdoor panels & outdoor signs to substrate materials should be done according to the proven principles of veneering. Particleboard and MDF are among the many suitable substrates on which an HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs can be bonded.

HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs of 0.035” or less can be formed to simple bends and profiles.

HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs of 0.048" can be used for general purpose applications & suitable for practically all flat (horizontal or vertical) installations.

HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs are fire retardant and extremely resistant to moisture, UV rays, scratching, impact & graffiti. Our High Pressure Laminate (HPL) exterior panels & outdoor signs are protected with a 10-year UV inhibitor and guaranteed for a full 10-years.

HDC Fossil Exterior Panel, Outdoor Panels & Outdoor Signs Technical Specifications


  • Outdoor Panel Construction: High Pressure Laminate (HPL)
  • Outdoor Panel Core Colour: Black
  • Surface finish of exterior panels & outdoor signs: Semi-gloss
    Reflective finish accentuates detail
    Diminishes reflective light
    Reflectivity of 30+ or -5 gloss units

  • HDC Fossil exterior panels, outdoor panels & outdoor signs are:
    fire retardant
    impervious to moisture
    extremely scratch resistant
    extremely resistant to impact
    extremely resistant graffiti
    extremely resistant to UV rays


    HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs are protected by 10-year UV inhibitor

    Graphics applied to exterior panels & outdoor signs using HDC Fossils’ 12-color / 12-colour high definition printing technology

  • HDC Fossil exterior panel, outdoor panels & outdoor signs thickness:
    0.035" / .889mm
    0.045” / 1.2mm
    1/16" / 1.5mm
    1/8" / 3mm
    1/4" / 6mm
    1/2" / 12mm
    3/4" / 19mm
    1" / 25mm


    HDC Fossil high pressure laminate exterior panel, outdoor signs & outdoor panels over 1/2”or 12mm are self-supporting.

  • HDC Fossil exterior panel, outdoor panel & outdoor sign weight per sq/ft
    0.035" / .889mm = 0.30 lbs
    0.045” / 1.2mm = 0.34 lbs
    1/16" / 1.5mm = 0.45 lbs
    1/8" / 3mm = 0.91 lbs
    1/4" / 6mm = 1.8 lbs
    1/2" / 12mm = 3.6 lbs
    3/4" / 19mm = 5.4 lbs
    1" / 25mm = 7.2 lbs


    HDC Fossil outdoor signs, outdoor panel & exterior panels can be fitted with threaded inserts for mounting


  • Technical Data of HDC Fossil outdoor panels & outdoor signs


    Comprehensive Strength:
    The comprehensive strength of HDC Fossil outdoor signs & exterior panels is:
    M.D. 193,064 Kpa (31,000 PSI)
    C.D. 172,378 Kpa (25,000 PSI)

    Tensile Strength:
    The tensile strength HDC Fossil outdoor signs, outdoor panel & exterior panels is:
    M.D. 151,693 Kpa (22,000 PSI)
    C.D. 110,322 Kpa (16,000 PSI)

    Flexural Strength:
    The flexural strength HDC Fossil outdoor signs & exterior panels is:
    M.D. 158,588 Kpa 23,000 PSI)
    C.D. 103,427 Kpa (15,000 PSI)

    Impact Strength
    The edgewise impact strength of HDC Fossil outdoor signs & exterior panels is:
    M.D. 0.6 FT/LBS/IN
    C.D. 0.5 FT/LBS/I

    Rockwell Hardness
    HDC Fossil outdoor signs & exterior panels have a Rockwell Hardness M scale of 95 to 115.

    Flammability ASTM E
    HDC Fossil outdoor signs & exterior panels have a 162 flame propagation index of 10 (Radiant Panel) to 15 without drip of flame for a 1/10" to 1/2" thickness outdoor signs & exterior panels.

    NEMA LD3:
    HDC Fossil outdoor signs, exterior panel & outdoor panels exceed the standards for decorative laminates established by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association NEMA LD3-1991. These standards establish the minimum criteria for resistance to wear, boiling water, high temperature, cigarette burns, fading, dimensional stability, staining, appearance and formability (bending and post forming grades).

    Chemical & Stain Resistant:
    HDC Fossil outdoor signs, exterior panel & outdoor panels are perfectly suited for commercial use where chemical products are used. HDC Fossil outdoor signs & exterior panels are resistant to common household products, solvents, mild alkalis, & diluted mild acids. Some staining agents, especially those with grease bases paint or ink, will require the use of a solvent for removal. These stains can be removed using turpentine, 100% mineral spirits, isopropyl “rubbing alcohol”, Goof Off “Graffiti Remover” or WD-40, lacquer thinner, acetone or MEK.


    Static Electricity:
    HDC Fossil outdoor panel, outdoor signs & exterior panels do not store static electricity and are therefore suitable for use in controlled environments where accumulation and retention of static electricity must be avoided.

    Fire Retardant:
    HDC Fossil high pressure laminate outdoor signs, exterior panel & outdoor panels are suitable for application where fire retardant properties are required by building codes.

    Toxicity Test:
    HDC Fossil exterior panel, outdoor signs & outdoor panels have passed the LC50 Pittsburgh Protocol Toxicity Test and are equal to and no more toxic than wood or paper.























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