Heat Seal 5 Mil Mylar
DescriptionThis product offers similar characteristics to 1 ½ Mil Heat Seal Mylar and 3 Mil Heat Seal Mylar, but with added strength and durability.
Typical Coating Applications
Heat Seal 5 Mil Mylar is recommended for:
- P.O.P. materials
- instruction sheets
- sales sheets
- placemats
- menus
Design Considerations
Substrate
7 to 24 pt coated stock is recommended. 60 - 100 lb coated stocks can be used but some curling may be evident. Curling will be more evident when a lighter stocks are used. For any gluing requirements, testing is recommended first. For best results, coated stocks are recommended over uncoated stocks.
Special Features
Stocks of a finished size can be coated with a flush or border trim.
Alternative Processes
As alternatives, you may wish to consider 1 ½ Mil Heat Seal Mylar or 3 Mil Heat Seal Mylar.
Summary of Coating Characteristics
| Gloss | Excellent | |
| Abrasion Resistance | Excellent | |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent | |
| Adhesion | Very Good | |
| Colour Fidelity | Good | |
| Glueability | Yes | |
| Environmental Impact | Recyclable | No |
| Repulpable | No | |
| Biodegradable | No | |
General Coating and Laminating Guidelines
Offset spray should be kept to a minimum. Low-wax, non-bleeding inks should be used. Metallic inks are not recommended. Sufficient time should be allowed for ink to dry before applying coating. Rhodamine red, reflex blue and purple should be avoided if possible. Your ink supplier can recommend inks, or call us for a complimentary test and recommendations. 5 Mil Heat Seal Mylar is recommended for coating on 2 sides only.
Production Specifications
| Maximum Sheet Size | 28" x 40" |
| Minimum Sheet Size | 6" x 9" |
| Gripper Edge | none required |
| Minimum Paper Weight | 60 lb |
| Maximum Board Thickness | 24 pt |