Description

Polyester (PET) Film Highlights:

• General purpose overlaminate.
• Excellent scuff/scratch resistance.
• Good thermal stability.
• Tough, yet flexible.
• Recommended for indoor applications.

LIGHT (LIT) Films:

• Light (LIT): Light polyester products are a nominal 1.3 mils thick with a clear, glossy finish. These films are ideal for most high speed laminating systems and offer a combination of low price point with good performance characteristics. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, and SuperStick adhesives.
• Light Gluable/Stampable (LIT G): A 1.3 mil film that accepts most glue types and foil stamping. Available with a Copolymer adhesive.
• Light Non-Reflective Matte (LIT NRM): Non-reflective polyester matte films feature a slightly dulled finish that reduces glare from overhead light sources. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, and SuperStick adhesives.

STANDARD (STD) Films:

• Standard (STD): Standard polyester films are extremely popular for high speed laminating projects including book covers, dust jackets, and presentation folders. These films contain a .5 mil base with 1 mil of adhesive. Standard polyester products are clear, glossy, and feature excellent scuff and scratch resistance. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, Educational, and SuperStick adhesives
• Standard Gluable/Stampable (STD GS): A standard polyester film with the ability to accept foil stamping and binding glues. Common applications include packaging, folding cartons, high-end sales literature, and soft cover books. Available with a Copolymer adhesive.
• Standard Non-Reflective Matte (STD NRM): A standard polyester with a dulled matte finish. Gloss levels are reduced for a soft look that is ideal for book covers, dust jackets, and digital output. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, and SuperStick adhesives.
• Standard Semi-Gloss (STD S): This semi-gloss finish features a slightly higher gloss level with greater clarity than non-reflective matte (NRM) films. Available with a Copolymer adhesive.

2 mil Polyester Films:

• 2 mil (002): This standard 2 mil polyester film is an economical alternative to 3 mil products. It is a good, general purpose clear film. Available with a Copolymer adhesive.
• 1/1: A slightly heavier configuration than 002 polyester films for added rigidity. These films have a 1 mil polyester base with 1 mil of adhesive. Available with Copolymer and Aggressive adhesives.
• 2 mil Pressure Sensitive (GU): A glossy 2 mil polyester base film with a pressure sensitive (cold) adhesive protected by a polyester release liner. Available with a solvent acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive.

3 mil Polyester Films:

• 3 mil (003): A standard 3 mil clear product . Common applications include menus, maps, posters, etc. The most cost-effective 3 mil configuration.Available with Copolymer, Aggressive,Educational, SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 3 mil Non-Reflective Matte (003 NRM): An economical 3 mil matte film that offers a slightly dulled finish for reduced glare. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, and SuperStick adhesives.
• 3 mil Semi-Gloss (003 S): A standard 3 mil product with a satin matte/semi-gloss finish. This film has more clarity than non-reflective matte. Available with a Copolymer adhesive.
• 1/2: This is a heavier 3 mil configuration with a 1 mil film base and 2 mils of adhesive. Durable with good clarity for applications including point of purchase displays, posters, menus, etc. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive,SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 1/2 Diamond Hard Velvet Matte™: This 3 mil polyester film features D&K’s proprietary Diamond Hard Velvet Matte Finish™ for a haze-free matte finish with added scuff resistance and a print/ foil stamp receptive surface. Available with Copolymer and Low Melt adhesives.
• 2/1: The heaviest 3 mil polyester configuration with a 2 mil film base and 1 mil of adhesive for added rigidity and durability. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.

5 mil Polyester Films:

• 5 mil (005): Standard 5 mil polyester films feature a 1 mil base with 4 mils of adhesive. These clear and durable films are used to add rigidity and protection to applications of nearly any type. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 5 mil Non-Reflective Matte (005 NRM): A standard 5 mil polyester with a non-reflective matte finish for displays, posters, etc. Available with Copolymer and Aggressive adhesives.
• 2/3: A heavier configuration of 5 mil polyester with a 2 mil base and 3 mils of adhesive. This film is very tough and durable. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, Low Melt, SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 2/3 Flat Film: This 5 mil film stays virtually flat when laminated. Ideal for applications when lay-flat characteristics are essential, especially for IDs and other card products. Available with a Copolymer or SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 2/3 Diamond Hard Velvet Matte: D&K’s best 5 mil film available. This premium finish adds a soft, haze-free matte surface that can accept foil stamping and UV coatings. Available with Copolymer and Low Melt adhesives.
• 2/3 Non-Reflective Matte (2/3 NRM): A thicker and more rigid polyester film with a non-reflective matte finish for a soft look with reduced gloss. Available with Copolymer and Aggressive adhesives.
• 3/2: The heaviest 5 mil configuration available with a 3 mil polyester base and 2 mils of adhesive. This film is extremely tough and durable. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, ID, SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.

7 mil Polyester Films:

• 4/3: An economical alternative to 10 mil films for applications including sales displays, IDs, badges, and more. Available with Copolymer and SuperStick adhesives.
• 4/3 Gluable/Stampable: A 7 mil film with a surface that readily accepts glues and foil stamping. Available with a Copolymer adhesives.

10 mil Polyester Films:

• 10 mil (010): Features a 2/8 configuration for a thick and durable overlaminate. Common applications include POP displays, menus, etc. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, Educational, SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 4/6: A heavier configuration with a 4 mil base and 6 mils of adhesive. Available with Copolymer, Aggressive, Low Melt, SuperStick, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 4/6 Flat: This 10 mil product is specifically designed for card/ identification applications. It will stay virtually flat when laminated. Available with a Copolymer and SuperStick Digital adhesives.
• 7/3: This is the heaviest 10 mil polyester film available with a 7 mil base and 3 mils of adhesive. This film is extremely rigid with good durability and clarity. Available with Copolymer,Aggressive, ID, and SuperStick Digital adhesives.