Quality Plastic Film and Plastic Sheets
We do not recommend using Acetate for long term outdoor applications. Stock versions of this film do not contain any UV inhibitors, so when exposed to UV rays over long periods, the film will become brittle and lose its properties. Temporary exposure should not pose significant problems. For longer term outdoor exposure applications, you may … Read more
Because acetate film and sheets soften easily at higher temperatures, it is ideal for thermoforming and heat sealing applications. We highly recommend testing the film to make sure it is suitable for your specific application. Contact us today for samples to test in your thermoforming application.
Acetate softens and starts to lose its form at 100C/210F. Softening is also dependent on how long the film is exposed to high temperatures. If you expose the film to a constant elevated temperature, it can lose its physical properties as well. It’s ability to soften at these temperatures makes Acetate ideal for thermoforming … Read more
Acetate film is not designed specifically to be printed. However, it can be Screen Printed, Pad Printed, Thermal Printed and Commercial Inkjet printed (Solvent, UV and EcoSolvent inks). It may work with offset lithography or flexographic methods but it will depend on your ink systems. We recommend that you contact your ink vendor to see … Read more
Our stock static cling vinyl works best on glossy, smooth surfaces such as glass and metal. Static cling vinyl sheets will not stick to paper, walls, or wood, or anything even slightly rough. We have a variety of other types of adhesive film and sheets that are designed to stick to these types of surfaces. … Read more
If the static cling vinyl sheets become dirty, just clean them with mild soap and water and let air dry. Once the film is dry, the material should cling once again. It is important that both the static cling sheets and the surface to which you’re adhering them are dust- and dirt-free.
Both the static cling vinyl and your surface should be clean and free of any dust, oils or grease. Slowly remove the film from the liner and place the top edge in position, then gently smooth from the top downward and outward to remove air bubbles. You can use an application roller or even a credit card … Read more
We do not recommend using our stock Static Cling for outdoor applications. Although it may be suitable for short term projects, it is not geared to tolerate extreme temperatures or sunlight. Long term exposure to the elements can cause the film to yellow, become brittle and crack or turn hazy. Moisture will interrupt the bond … Read more
Static cling vinyl sheets work best when adhered to a flat surface. Any crevices or air pockets will affect how well the film will adhere to an object. But because the film is soft, it should have no problem bending around curved surfaces.
Our stock Static Cling vinyl sheets are not compatible for printing. Specific grades of static cling film are available for specific types of printing such as Screen Printing, and Offset Lithography. The only digital printing grades of cling film that are available are for inkjet printing and other low print methods. If you’re looking to … Read more
