What is the difference between thermal lamination and PSA's?
There are a number of differences between thermal laminates and PSA's. Pressure sensitive laminates require minimal heat and adhere to a broader range of substrates. Pressure sensitive laminates work well on heat sensitive materials and fragile toners. They can be used for a wide variety of indoor/outdoor applications and many PSL's offer UV protection. Thermal laminating film is typically more cost effective than PSA's and offers minimal waste. It is proven to be very durable and is used in a wide variety of indoor applications. Thermal laminates provide applications with image enhancement, protection, and rigidity. Thermal laminates for the digital print market are almost always made up of a polyester film with a polyethylene adhesive layer. Pressure-sensitive films can be manufactured with anything from polyester to polycarbonate to vinyl.
