What are the flex fatigue ratings of acrylic fabric in outdoor trash can hinges?

Acrylic fabric is generally not a standard or recommended material for outdoor trash can hinges due to its poor flex fatigue performance. Flex fatigue refers to a material's ability to withstand repeated bending or folding before failure. Acrylic fabrics, which are essentially plastics, tend to be brittle and have low resistance to continuous flexing. When used in a high-stress application like a hinge, especially in an outdoor environment, acrylic fabric would likely develop cracks and fail prematurely. Factors like UV exposure from sunlight, temperature fluctuations, and moisture accelerate this degradation. There is no standardized industrial "rating" for acrylic fabric in this specific context because it is an unsuitable material choice. For durable outdoor hinges, manufacturers typically use metals (stainless steel, aluminum) or more flexible, UV-stabilized engineering plastics like polypropylene or ABS, which are specifically designed to withstand repeated flexing and harsh weather conditions. Therefore, while acrylic fabric might be used for decorative elements, it lacks the necessary flex fatigue resistance for functional, load-bearing hinge components in outdoor trash cans.