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Spot UVcoat Over O.P.P. Matte Film Lamination

Description
A glossy smooth UV coating selectively applied to a sheet coated with a durable smooth matte film lamination.

Typical Coating Applications
Spot UVcoat on O.P.P. Matte Film Lamination is recommended for:

  • book covers
  • magazine covers
  • brochure covers
  • catalogue covers
  • P.O.P. material
  • cosmetic packaging
  • menus
  • placemats
  • postcards
  • posters
  • pocket folders
  • instruction sheets
  • sales sheets
  • greeting cards
  • annual reports
  • calendars

Design Considerations

Substrate
7 to 24 pt stock is recommended for this process. 80 - 100 lb coated stocks can be used, however, some curling may occur. The possibility of curling will be greatly increased when coating on both sides of the sheet. For the best results we recommend coated stocks over uncoated stocks. The selected area for the Spot UV process requires a right reading, emulsion up, film positive (clear area where no coating required).

Complementary Processes
The combination of Spot UV and O.P.P. Matte Film Lamination requires the press sheet to be initially coated with Matte Film followed by the spot UV process. The film used in this process is treated for Spot UV compatibility.

Summary of Coating Characteristics

GlossSpot UVExcellent
O.P.P. MatteMatte
Abrasion ResistanceAverage to poor
Chemical ResistanceExcellent
AdhesionSpot UVGood
O.P.P. MatteVery Good
Colour FidelityGood
GlueabilityNo
Environmental
Impact		RecyclableNo
RepulpableNo
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 given 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. Spot UV in conjunction with O.P.P. Matte can be applied on 1 or 2 sides.

Production Specifications

Maximum Sheet Size28" x 40"
Minimum Sheet Size13" x 20"
Gripper Edge1/2" (1/4" on other 3 sides)
Minimum Paper Weight60 lb
Maximum Board Thickness24 pt