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UVcoat Bond

Description
This finish offers the same overall qualities of UVcoat High Gloss, with the added benefit of glueability.

Typical Coating Applications
UVcoat Bond is recommended for:

  • music/disk packaging
  • cartons/boxes
  • labels
  • general packaging
  • cosmetic packaging
  • pocket folders
  • menus
  • software packaging

Design Considerations

Substrate
7 to 24 pt coated stock is recommended. 60 - 100 lb coated stocks can be used, however some curling or cracking may be evident with lighter stocks. This process is not recommended for use with uncoated stocks.

Complimentary Processes
UVcoat Bond works well with applications requiring gluing. Foil stamping or embossing should be done before coating is applied.

Alternative Processes
For an equally high gloss finish and glueability, you may wish to consider Mylar High Gloss Film Lamination.

Summary of Coating Characteristics

GlossGood
Abrasion ResistanceExcellent
Chemical ResistanceExcellent
AdhesionGood
Colour FidelityGood
GlueabilityYes
Environmental
Impact		RecyclableYes
RepulpableYes
BiodegradableNo

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 any coating is applied. For the best possible adhesion of the coating to the substrate, corona treatment is available for UV coatings . 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. UV Bond can be applied to one side of the press sheet only.

Production Specifications

Maximum Sheet Size51" x 60"
Minimum Sheet Size5" x 7"*
Gripper Edgenone required
Minimum Paper Weight60 lb
Maximum Board Thickness24 pt
* sheet sizes under 10" x 13" will require hand feeding.