Can drafting film be recycled?
Can drafting film be recycled? No, not in the traditional sense. The drafting coating on this film is a contaminant that will fowl up the recycling process
Drafting Film
FAQs about our Drafting Film products
Does drafting film resist tearing?
Does drafting film resist tearing? Yes, it does because it’s made from polyester film. However, attempting to tear it could cause damage to its functional coatings.
Is our drafting film biodegradable?
Is our drafting film biodegradable? No, it is not. The only biodegradable film product we offer is acetate film and sheets.
Does drafting film have good insulation properties?
Does drafting film have good insulation properties? Sort of. Drafting film is made from polyester film, which has great insulation properties. However, its functional coatings are not meant for exposure to elevated or reduced temperatures. Therefore we can not recommend this material for any sort of insulation application.
Does drafting film have good electrical properties?
Does drafting film have good electrical properties? Sort of. Although it’s made out of polyester, its drafting coatings are not meant for direct electrical exposure, and we don’t have any test-ing data on this product. For electrical applications, we recommend our Hazy DuraLar™ polyester film products. Please contact us today and we can help you … Read more
Is Drafting Film approved for direct and indirect skin contact?
Is Drafting Film approved for direct and indirect skin contact? Although drafting film is perfectly safe for direct and in-direct skin contact, it is not certified as such.
Is drafting film approved for direct food contact?
Is drafting film approved for direct food contact? No. Grafix stocks other types of film products that are, including acetate, specific brands and grades of polyester film, HDPE and polypropylene. Other types food-safe films are available as a custom order; larger production minimums may apply.
Is drafting film suitable for outdoor use?
Is drafting film suitable for outdoor use? No. If exposed to ultraviolet light or moisture, our drafting film will lose its surface quality and film integrity. If you need to use this material outside, it must be contained in something else that will keep it from being exposed to UV and moisture
What is the heat resistance of Drafting Film?
What is the heat resistance of Drafting Film? Drafting Film is designed for use in environments below 85C/185F. At higher temperatures, the matte surface could yellow, or loose some of it’s ink adhesion properties. At really high temperatures above 150C it begins to loose it’s orientation, thus it will become wavy and shrink. If you … Read more
Is drafting film archival?
Is drafting film archival? No, not really. Originally, drafting film was designed to be drawn on by pen and ink, and not change its shape over time. It was meant to be a drawing medium, not a storage medium for documents and periodicals. How will you be using this film in an archival application? If … Read more
