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Rudy Project Frame Technology

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Rudy Project Frame Technology Rudy Project uses a combination of the following materials in the frame construction to create lightweight and durable Rudy Project sunglasses.





 Kynetium

by Rudy Project
Revolutionary aerospatial aluminum alloy, which combines Magnesium, Silicium and Titanium: the refined mixture of lightness [Mg], strength [Ti], and elasticity [Si].

 Grilamid TR 55 / 90 LX

by Rudy Project
The Grilamid TR 55 / 90 LX, high quality thermoplastic material, is shock resistant, lightweight and non allergenic. It's used in Rudy Project sunglasses because of it's stability and durability.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIESVALUES COMMENTS
Density1,04 g/cc
Linear mold shrinkage0,0035 cm/cm Parallel
Linear mold shrinkage transverse0,004
Melt flow50 g/10 min 275,c/5kg
Water absorbtion2,5%
Moisture absorbtion at equilibrium1% Humidity absorbtion


MECHANICAL PROPERTIESVALUES COMMENTS
Tensile strength, yield70 MPa
Elongation, break50% Lower limit
Elongation, yield 6%
Modulus of elasticity1,9 GPa In tension
Impact strength, charpy0,9 J/cm2
Impact, unnotched charpy999 j/cm2 No Breakage
Impact, low temp unnotched charpy999 j/cm2 No Breakage

 Carbonium Frame

by Rudy Project
Composite plastic material mixed with advanced carbon, offers a lightweight, durable technical platform.

 Alpacca

by Rudy Project
A metal composite of sterling silver with a small amount of nickel to increase strength and durability.

 Copper-Berillium

by Rudy Project
A super light alloy mixture of copper and beryllium with special heat treatment to increase durability and flexibility.

 Monel

by Rudy Project
A nickel-copper extraction characterized by a high level of resistance to corrosion and extreme temperatures. Excellent elasticity.

 Harmonic Steel

by Rudy Project
Steel combined with magnesium silicon that makes it highly malleable and flexible to facilitate the insertion of Rx clip-ons.

 Megol

by Rudy Project
Soft, allergenic rubber used for temple tips and nose pads that offers a high degree of elasticity for maximum comfort.