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Interlam

Interlam Deep Textured Canvastex™ UV 10.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: This is an embossed PVC (vinyl) laminating film with a pronounced coarse canvas texture. Its additional thickness offers a more visible canvas texture than any comparable film on the market.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Interlam Deep Textured Canvastex ™ UV can be used as an alternative to mounting to canvas. Simply laminating your print with this film will offer the illusion that the image has been printed on a coarse canvas. It is highly recommended for photographs, posters and fine art inkjet prints..

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Embossed canvas textured matte
Base Film: 8.0 mil (200 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 2.0 mil (50 micron) aqueous acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: ...Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m –1.75m) per minute

Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
51” x 164’

Interlam EcoGloss™ 2.5 mil

DESCRIPTION: A cost-effective 2.5 mil pressure-sensitive laminate with a reflective gloss finish that is resistant to moisture and fingerprints. The polypropylene base film offers good dimensional stability and clarity.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Interlam EcoGloss™ is particularly suitable for laminating and encapsulating high-volume offset, blue prints, plain paper copies and electrostatic output for POP displays, menu boards, supermarket signage and other graphics where cost is a key factor.

Note: The Interlam EcoGloss product line is not recommended for laminating vinyl banners.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Gloss
Base Film: 1.6 mil (40 micron) polypropylene
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) aqueous acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: ...Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m –1.75m) per minute

Available Sizes
38” x 328’
41” x 328’
51” x 328’

Interlam EcoLustre™ 4.2 mil
Lustre Finish Pressure-Sensitive Overlaminating Film
For Direct Lighting Conditions

DESCRIPTION: The low-glare surface of this 4.2 mil film is excellent for direct-lighting environments. It provides low surface sheen without loss of contrast or sharpness. Pressure-sensitive aqueous acrylic adhesive.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Photographic prints, POP displays, architectural renderings, promotional displays, event signage and other display applications.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Luster
Base Film: 3.2 mil (80 micron) polypropylene
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) aqueous acrylic
Initial Tack: High

Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m–1.8m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature – 120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: Moisture-stable paper (70 gsm)

Available Sizes
38” x 328’
51” x 328’

Interlam EcoTex™ 5.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: A 5.0 mil pressure-sensitive overlaminating film with a pebble textured satin finish. The scuff-resistant, pebble textured finish of Interlam EcoTex™ UV makes this laminating film suitable for graphics where extensive handling may be involved.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Interlam EcoTex™ is particularly suitable for laminating and encapsulating trade show and banner stand graphics, signage displayed in high traffic areas, counter mats, place mats and other graphics where a scuff-resistant finish is required and cost is a key factor. Due to its dimensional stability, EcoTex is also ideal for one-sided laminations.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Pebble textured satin
Base Film: 4.0 mil (100 micron) semi-rigid vinyl
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) aqueous acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: ...Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m –1.75m) per minute
Available Sizes
38” x 328’
51” x 328’

Interlam Emerytex™ UV 5.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: Interlam Emerytex™ UV 5.0 mil is a non-glare, scuff-resistant PVC (vinyl) laminating film coated with a pressure-sensitive, aqueous acrylic adhesive. Its scuff-resistant, pebble texture finish renders it suitable for graphics where extensive handling may be involved.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Interlam Emerytex UV is ideal for laminating graphics that will be placed in high-traffic display areas. This film is suitable for trade show graphics, POP displays, mouse pads, event signage and other signage where a scuff-resistant finish is required and cost is a key factor. For an extended outdoor version of this film, please see WeatherShield Emerytex™ on page 37. Note: This film is not recommended for floor graphic applications.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Pebble textured matte
Base Film: 4.0 mil (100 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) aqueous acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: ...Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m –1.75m) per minute

Available Sizes
38” x 328’
41” x 328’
51” x 328’

Interlam Lustre™ UV 3.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: Interlam Lustre™ UV is a 3.0 mil PVC (vinyl) laminating film coated with an aqueous acrylic adhesive. This film is suitable for reducing undesirable surface glare while providing a luster finish.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: This film is recommended for laminating and encapsulating graphics that will be viewed under direct lighting conditions. Low sheen without loss of contrast or sharpness makes Interlam Lustre UV effective for high-volume photographic prints, POP displays, architectural renderings, promotional displays, event signage and other signage applications. For an extended outdoor version of this product, please see WeatherShield Lustre™.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Luster
Base Film: 2.0 mil (50 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) aqueous acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: ...Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m –1.75m) per minute

Available Sizes
38” x 328’
41” x 328’
51” x 328’

Interlam Matt™ UV 4.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: This non-glare, PVC (vinyl) matte laminate is coated with an aqueous acrylic adhesive. This film will eliminate reflection while maintaining color contrast and detail.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Interlam Matt™ UV 4.0 mil is recommended for situations where a non-glare finish is required or where specific lighting conditions cannot be controlled. It is ideal for POP displays, courtroom displays, aisle danglers and other signage applications that will be viewed under direct lighting from many different angles.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Matte
Base Film: 3.0 mil (75 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) aqueous acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: ...Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'-6' (0.3m –1.75m) per minute

Available Sizes
38” x 328’
51” x 328’

PROTAC
Drytac’s wide range of Protac™ pressure-sensitive laminating films protect images from the damaging effects of moisture, fingerprints, dust and other contaminants, including UV rays. All Drytac Protac laminates incorporate UV stabilizers and/or absorbers for added image protection and resistance to fading. Most of Drytac’s Protac pressure-sensitive laminating films are coated with an aggressive, cross-linking, solvent acrylic adhesive for adhesion to the most demanding output media. Finishes include gloss, luster, matte, dry-erase, textured and more.

Protac Emerytex™ UV 5.0 mil
VERSATILE PRESSURE-SENSITIVE PVC OVERLAMINATING FILM WITH SCUFF RESISTANT PEBBLE FINISH

DESCRIPTION: Drytac’s Protac Emerytex™ UV is a pressure-sensitive, non-glare, scuff-resistant PVC (vinyl) overlaminating film with a pebble finish. The high tack solvent acrylic adhesive deters tunneling; the scuff-resistant finish makes this overlaminating film ideal for applications where extensive handling may be involved. Finish is similar to velvet matte Lexan™.
SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Excellent for laminating mounted prints that will be placed in high-traffic indoor display areas including trade show, exhibit and floor graphics applications. It is also suitable for laminating mouse pads, counter graphics and other similar applications.


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Finish: Pebble-textured matte Base Film: 4.0 mil (100 micron) PVC (vinyl) Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic Initial Tack: High	Application Speed: 1'–6'(0.3m–1.75m) per minute Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C) Release Liner: Moisture-stable paper (100 gsm) Coefficient of Friction: Dry condition 0.83/ ASTM Test Method d2047-99 Wet condition 0.92
Available Sizes 25.5” x 164’ 38” x 164’ 38” x 328’ 43” x 164’ 51” x 164’ 51” x 328’ 55” x 164’

Protac™ Durosheen 3.5 mil
ANTI-GLARE PVC OVERLAMINATING FILM ENHANCES COLOR DEFINITION

DESCRIPTION: Protac Durosheen is a 3.5 mil, plastisizer free, PVC (Vinyl) film. This product was one of Durotech's most popular overlaminating films, with an almost "cult-like" following. Durosheen maintain excellent color definition due to its unique scratch-resistant, anti-glare surface. The gloss level is similar to that of an RC photograph.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: This PVC-based overlaminating film is ideal for use with a wide range of flexible media and substrates wherever an anti-glare satin finish is required.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish:Anti-Glare Satin
Base Film:2.5 mil (62 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High

Application Speed: 1'–6'(0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: 2-sided PE coated liner (120 gsm)

Available Sizes
54” x 150’

Protac™ Glossy UV 4.2 mil
FLEXIBLE PVC OVERLAMINATING FILM WITH A CLEAR GLOSS FINISH

DESCRIPTION: A clear glossy PVC (vinyl) overlaminating film coated with an aggressive, pressure-sensitive solvent acrylic adhesive supported by a high quality paper release liner. The clear gloss finish actually adds vibrancy to colors in underlying images.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: This PVC-based overlaminating film is ideal for use with a wide range of flexible media and substrates wherever a gloss finish is required.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Gloss
Base Film:3.2 mil (80 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High

Application Speed: 1'–6'(0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: 2-sided PE coated liner (120 gsm)

Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
38” x 164’
38” x 328’
41” x 328’
51” x 328’
25.5” x 50’
41” x 50’
51” x 50’

Protac Linentex™ UV 5.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: Protac Linentex™ UV is a premium, embossed non-glare, PVC (vinyl) laminate with a textured, linen-like surface.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: The most common applications for Protac Linentex UV include portrait photography, book and album covers, framed mats, diplomas and certificates. Protac Linentex UV is also used on posters to simulate the look of an original oil painting.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Embossed linen textured
Base Film: 4.0 mil (100 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High
Application Speed: 1'–6' (0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: Polyester

Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
51” x 164’

Protac Lustre™ UV 4.2 mil
PREMIUM HIGH GLOSS LAMINATING FILM

DESCRIPTION: Protac™ High Gloss's mirror-like finish enhances both color and contrast. This high performance polyester overlaminating film is coated with an aggressive pressure-sensitive solvent acrylic adhesive and is backed by a high quality clear polyester release liner.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Recommended for high resolution photographic quality images that will be viewed under direct lighting conditions. Its many applications include trade show displays, courtroom presentations, etc. Protac Lustre™ is ideal for laminating vinyl media.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Luster
Base Film: 3.2 mil (80 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High

Application Speed: 1'–6'(0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: 2-sided PE coated liner (120 gsm)

Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
38” x 164’
38” x 328’
41” x 328’
43” x 164’
51” x 164’
51” x 328’
61” x 164’
25.5” x 50’

Protac Matt™ UV 4.0 mil
PRESSURE-SENSITIVE PVC OVERLAMINATING FILM WITH NON-GLARE FINISH

DESCRIPTION: Protac Matt™ UV is a non-glare, dead matte PVC (vinyl) overlaminating film, coated with a solvent-based pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive. This high quality matte film eliminates reflections, while maintaining color contrast and detail.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Protac Matt UV is recommended for situations where a non-glare finish is required or specific lighting conditions cannot be controlled. It is ideal for images such as trade show and POP displays that will be viewed under direct lighting from many different angles.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Dead Matte
Base Film: 3.2 mil (80 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High

Application Speed: 1'–6'(0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: Moisture-stable paper

Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
38” x 164’
41” x 328’
43” x 164’
51” x 164’
51” x 328’
61” x 164’

Protac SheenTex 4.2 mil™
PRESSURE-SENSITIVE PVC OVERLAMINATING FILM
WITH TEXTURED SATIN FINISH

DESCRIPTION: Protac SheenTex™ is a textured satin vinyl overlaminating film coated with a solvent acrylic adhesive.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Excellent for laminating mounted prints that will be placed in high-traffic indoor display areas including trade show and exhibit applications. It is also suitable for laminating mouse pads, counter graphics and other similar applications.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Textured satin/luster
Base Film: 3.2 mil (80 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Initial Tack: High
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic

Application Speed: 1'–6' (0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature – 120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: 2-sided PE coated liner (120 gsm)

Available Sizes
25.5” x 50’
38” x 164’
41” x 164’
41” x 50’
51” x 164’
51” x 50’
61” x 164’

Protac™ High Gloss UV 5.0 mil
PREMIUM HIGH GLOSS LAMINATING FILM

DESCRIPTION: Protac™ High Gloss's mirror-like finish enhances both color and contrast. This high performance polyester overlaminating film is coated with an aggressive pressure-sensitive solvent acrylic adhesive and is backed by a high quality clear polyester release liner.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Protac High Gloss UV adds depth and detail to graphic images, whether photographic, inkjet, or other output media. Protac High Gloss UV is also the recommended film for photo competition prints, POP graphics, or anywhere a high-gloss, almost mirror-like finish is desired.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: High gloss
Base Film:4.0 mil (100 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High

Application Speed: 1'–6'(0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: Clear polyester film

Available Sizes
25” x 150’
38” x 150’
51” x 150’

Protac™ Polycarbonate UV 5.0 / 10.0 / 15.0 mil
HEAVY-DUTY PRESSURE-SENSITIVE OVERLAMINATING FILM WITH TEXTURED FINISH

DESCRIPTION: Protac™ Polycarbonate UV is coated with a solvent acrylic adhesive and protected by a polyester release liner. The pebble-textured finish is durable and scratch resistant.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Protac Polycarbonate UV is the ideal overlaminating film for pop-up booths and exhibit backwalls. Protac Polycarbonate UV can be used in conjunction with Drytac’s Protac™ backing films (page 49) to create rigid, yet rollable graphic panels.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Pebble-textured velvet matte
Base Film: 5.0 mil (125 micron) polycarbonate
Base Film: 10.0 mil (250 micron) polycarbonate
Base Film: 15.0 mil (375 micron) polycarbonate
Adhesive: 2.0 mil (50 micron) solventacrylic

Initial Tack: High
Application Speed: 1’-4’ (0.3m – 1.25m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–90°F (32°C)
Release Liner: Clear polyester

Available Sizes
5.0mil
38” x 150’
51” x 150’
60” x 150’

10mil
38” x 100’
51” x 100’
60” x 100’

15mil
38” x 100’
51” x 100’
60” x 100’

Protac Canvastex™ UV 5.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: Protac Canvastex™ UV is a premium, embossed PVC (vinyl) laminate with a textured canvas-like surface.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: The most common applications for Protac Canvastex UV include portrait photography, book and album covers, framed mats, diplomas and certificates. Protac Canvastex UV is also used on posters to simulate the look of an original oil painting.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Embossed canvas textured
Base Film: 4.0 mil (100 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High
Application Speed: 1'–6' (0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: Polyester
Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
51” x 164’

Deep Textured Canvastex™ UV 10.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: This is an embossed PVC (vinyl) laminating film with a pronounced coarse canvas texture. Its additional thickness offers a more visible canvas texture than any comparable film on the market.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Deep Textured Canvastex ™ UV can be used as an alternative to mounting to canvas. Simply laminating your print with this film will offer the illusion that the image has been printed on a coarse canvas. It is highly recommended for photographs, posters and fine art inkjet prints..

Available Sizes
25.5” x 164’
51” x 164’

Protac Antique Leather UV 4.0 mil

DESCRIPTION: Protac Antique Leather UV is a soft PVC film with an antique leather finish, suitable for framing all sorts of flat artwork.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS: Protac Antique Leather UV is suitable for use with portrait photographs, certificates, diplomas and fine art inkjet prints.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Embossed leather textured semi-matte
Base Film: 3.0 mil (75 micron) PVC (vinyl)
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Initial Tack: High
Application Speed: 1'–6' (0.3m–1.75m) per minute
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Release Liner: Moisture Stable Paper
Available Sizes
25.5” x 82’
51” x 82’

Protac Anti-Graffiti™ UV 2.0 mil

DESCRIPTION:
Protac Anti-Graffiti™ UV is an outdoor, graffiti-resistant, satin finish overlaminating film impervious to UV, dirt and pollutants. Anti-Graffiti offers superb clarity, detail and color contrast. It can also be cleaned with solvents without any adverse effects.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS:
Popular applications for Protac Anti-Graffiti UV include bus shelters, kiosks, etc.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Finish: Satin
Base Film: 1.0 mil (25 micron) Dupont Tedlar™
Adhesive: 1.0 mil (25 micron) solvent acrylic
Release Liner: Moisture stable paper
Initial Tack: High
Application Temperature: Room temperature–120°F (49°C)
Application Speed: 1'–6' (0.3m–1.75m) per minute

Available Sizes
51” x 164’