Does Cling vinyl film resist tearing?
Does Cling vinyl film resist tearing? Sort of. Cling PVC film will stretch quite a bit before it breaks. See the elongation specification under the specs tab of the product sheet.
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Does Cling vinyl film have good insulation properties?
Does Cling PVC vinyl film have good insulation properties? Yes. Cling PVC film is a vinyl polymer. It’s not as resistant to high temperatures as polyester films, but vinyl excels in low temperature applications. In the case of Cling, it is possible that extreme low temperatures could cause the film to loose its “tack” and become … Read more
Does Cling vinyl film have good electrical properties?
Does Cling vinyl film have good electrical properties? No, mostly because of Cling PVC’s low melting point. Electricity generates heat, and you want to keep this material away from elevated temperatures because of that low melting point. For electrical applications, we recommend our Hazy DuraLar™ polyester film products. Please contact us today and we can help … Read more
Is Cling vinyl film approved for direct and indirect skin contact?
Is Cling vinyl film approved for direct and indirect skin contact? Although Cling vinyl is perfectly safe for direct and indirect skin contact, it is not certified as such.
Is Cling vinyl film food-safe?
Is Cling vinyl film food-safe? No, they are not. 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 Cling vinyl film suitable for outdoor applications?
Is Cling vinyl film suitable for outdoor applications? No! Although it may be suitable for some shorter term outdoor projects, it does not tolerate high temperatures or exposure to excessive UV light. Long term exposure to the elements can cause the material to yellow, become brittle, or turn hazy. The best products we stock for outdoor … Read more
What is the heat resistance of Cling vinyl film?
What is the heat resistance of Grafix Cling vinyl film? Cling PVC film starts to soften at 60C/140F. This is due to its high plasticizer content. The softer the film, the more plasticizer, the lower temp it melts at. So if your film will only be exposed to a heat environment below 60C/140F, Cling PVC film … Read more
Is Grafix Cling vinyl film archival?
Is Cling vinyl film archival? No. Cling PVC film is loaded with plasticizers, to make the PVC soft and flexible. These plasticizers can outgas from the film over time, making Cling PVC inappropriate for long term archival storage. How will you be using this film in an archival application? If you need a good archival grade … Read more
