Series 5000

High Gloss Calendered Opaque Film

Applications & Features

  • Available in 37 colors
  • Easy to handle 2.8-mil (70 micron) calendered film
  • Cutting and weeding performance speeds up your sign production*
  • Recommended for flat and soft curved surfaces
  • Gloss finish is excellent for banners, interior and exterior graphics
  • Up to 6-years outdoor durability

Performance & Physical Data

Property Test Methods Typical Value
Surface Finish Colors: Gloss Meter 60° Reflection 75 to 85 Gloss Units
Thickness Micrometer, Federal Bench Type 2.8-mil (70 micron)
Tensile Strength Tensile Tester with 2-in (51 mm) jaw separation; crosshead speed of 12 in/min. (5.1 mm/s), web direction 12 lb/in width 2.1 kg/cm width
Elongation Instron Tensile Tester as above ≥ 150%
Shelf Life Free from excessive moisture, temperature, direct sunlight 1 year from factory shipment
Application Temperature Range On clean, dry substrate 60°F to 90°F optimum 15°C to 32°C optimum
Service Temperature Range Film applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing -40°F to 150°F -40°C to 65°C
Humidity Resistance Film applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing; 100% relative humidity at 100°F (38°C) for 24 hours No appreciable effect
Gasoline Resistance Film applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing; immersed 15 minutes at 70°F (21°C); stabilized 24 hours before inspection No appreciable effect
Dimensional Stability 158°F (70°C), 48 hours 0.025 in 0.64 mm nominal
Peel Adhesion PSTC-1, 15 min, RT 72°F (23°C) ≥ 40 oz/in ≥ 0.45 kg/cm
Liner Release TLMI 300 in/min (762 cm/min) 150 g/2 in 30 g/cm
0.75 n/25 mm
* For optimal weeding, font size must be 1 inch or greater

Terms & Conditions

The following is made in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied:

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