RTape
is the only polycarbonate overlaminate manufacturer that extrudes its own
polycarbonate film. We have more than 20
years of production experience extruding
heavy gauge polycarbonate films. And
because we control the process, we can better control of the quality.
RTape polycarbonate overlaminates are high quality embossed films, available in 3mil, 5mil and 10 mil thickness.
Their heavy gauge construction provides
exceptional abrasion and moisture
protection for expensive tradeshow graphics, photographic prints and POP
transparencies. The new line of polycarbonate overlaminates are available in
38" and 51” widths, in 150 ft. rolls.
By
eliminating the reflection of overhead lights, the velvet finish of these
polycarbonate films allows for glare-free viewing. RTape polycarbonate
overlaminates also protect prints from the degrading effects of UV light, thereby extending the service life
of photographs and digital prints. These
thick, rigid films, which exhibit excellent lay-flat characteristics, are ideal
for protecting ink jet, electrostatic, photographic or screen printed images.
RTape
polycarbonate overlaminates are coated with a
high-performance, solvent-based adhesive designed to improve the
product's resistance to tunneling,
crazing and stress whitening, when graphics are rolled. The heavy coating
weight of its non-yellowing adhesive allows for better adhesive wet out
resulting in blemish-free laminations.
Its polyester film liner keeps
adhesive smooth and crystal clear to
prevent orange peel.
Thick
polycarbonate overlaminates are also often used for the protection of exhibit
materials. This rigid protection offers excellent lay-flat characteristics, and
its velvety texture eliminates any glare from overhead lighting. Polycarbonate
can also withstand the rough handling encountered in tradeshow environments.
Remember, tradeshow graphics are constantly being rolled and unrolled and then
rolled again.
Features of Eclypse™ Polycarbonate Overlaminates
- Velvet texture eliminates glare from overhead lights.
- Thick, rigid facestock features excellent lay-flat characteristics.
- Withstands abrasion and rough handling.
- Clear, non-yellowing adhesive for brilliant clarity. Resists moisture and other adverse conditions.
- Smooth film liner keeps adhesive smooth and crystal clear and prevents orange peel.
- Heavier adhesive coating weight allows for proper adhesive flow and blemish-free laminations. resists tunneling, crazing and stress whitening on rolled graphics.
- Ideal for protecting ink jet, electrostatic, photographic or screen printed images.
- Indoor durability of the film is up to 5 years. The durability of the printed image depends greatly on the quality of the ink system, not the overlaminate.
Advantages of Eclypse™
Polycarbonate Overlaminates for Floor Graphics
- Tough, resilient Eclypse™ polycarbonate overlaminates withstand heavy daily foot traffic. Great choice for the most demanding applications.
- Matte texture prevents slippage. Eclypse™ polycarbonate overlaminates satisfy the American Standard for Testing Materials (ASTM) D2047 requirements for coefficient of friction.
- Film liner keeps adhesive smooth and crystal clear to prevent orange peel.
- Heavy adhesive coating weight allows for proper adhesive flow and blemish-free laminations. Resists tunneling, crazing and stress whitening on rolled graphics.
- DESIGN IDEA: For eye-catching floor graphics that will stop shoppers dead in their tracks, use VinylEfx® printable films as a floor graphics media protected with 3 mil Eclypse™ polycarbonate overlaminate.
ECLYPSE™ APPLICATIONS:
- POP Displays
- Exhibit & Tradeshow Graphics
- In-Store Signage
- Photographic Prints
- Floor Graphics
PRODUCT OFFERINGS:
- 75 micron (3 mils) Velvet/Matte texture Claritex® polycarbonate with 1.5 mils of solvent acrylic adhesive.
- 125 micron (5 mils) Velvet/Matte texture Claritex® polycarbonate with 1.5 mils of solvent acrylic adhesive.
- 250 micron (10 mils) Velvet/Matte texture Claritex® polycarbonate with 1.5 mils of solvent acrylic adhesive.
STOCK ROLL SIZES:
- 38” x 50 yds.
- 51” x 50 yds.
Vinyl Application Videos
Squeegee Technique. Nothing is more basic in vinyl application than the squeegee. But some squeegees work better than others. And there are right ways and wrong ways to use this simple tool. This video clip reviews squeegee selection, squeegee care and squeegee technique. Click to Link
Wet Applications. Dry applications are typically recommended for most vinyl applications. For those exceptions to the rule, this instructional video explains the right way to perform a wet application. Click to Link
Application of Window Graphics. Installing vinyl graphics on glass can be challenging, because the adhesive aggressively grabs onto this high energy surface. Repositioning graphics on window is generally difficult, if not impossible. This instructional video explains how to dry apply window graphics right the first time. It also describes the necessary steps required for surface preparation. Click to Link
Transferring Frosted Window Graphics Films. Because frosted window films are highly textured, transferring cut vinyl graphics can be problematic. This video provides direction in selection of the right application tape and how to apply these films quickly, easily and without problems. Click to Link
3-Step Surface Prep. This instructional video describes how to properly clean the surface of a vehicle before applying pressure sensitive vinyl graphics to a trailer or doing a full wrap of a car or van. This three step surface prep involves detergent washing, solvent cleaning and a final wipe down with IPA. Click to Link
Vinyl Application Over Rivets. Applying vinyl graphics on vehicle surfaces with rivets is challenging for most sign makers. Vinyl failures to these surfaces are all too common. This video demonstrates some tips and procedures, used by professional decal installers, which will make these demanding applications easier and more trouble-free. Click to Link
Vinyl Application to Corrugations. Learn how to apply vinyl graphics to corrugations in a relaxed state. Forcing films into the valleys of corrugations puts too much mechanical stress on the film. Sooner or later, the vinyl will lift or tent in valleys. Click to Link
Applying Air Egress Vinyls. Vinyl films with air egress release liners have almost eliminated bubbles and wrinkles from applied graphics. Air egress release liners with their highly textured surface structure are problematic. Not much will stick to these liners other than the vinyl film. At RTape our best premask solution for air egress liners is a special Conform® tape called 4761RLA. Click to Link
About Jim Hingst: After fourteen years as Business Development Manager at RTape, Jim Hingst retired. He was involved in many facets of the company’s business, including marketing, sales, product development and technical service.
Hingst began his career 42 years ago in the graphic arts field creating and producing advertising and promotional materials for a large test equipment manufacturer. Working for offset printers, large format screen printers, vinyl film manufacturers, and application tape companies, his experience included estimating, production planning, purchasing and production art, as well as sales and marketing. In his capacity as a salesman, Hingst was recognized with numerous sales achievement awards.
Drawing on his experience in production and as graphics installation subcontractor, Hingst provided the industry with practical advice, publishing more than 150 articles for publications, such as Signs Canada, SignCraft, Signs of the Times, Screen Printing, Sign and Digital Graphics and Sign Builder Illustrated. He also posted more than 325 stories on his blog (hingstssignpost.blogspot.com). In 2007 Hingst’s book, Vinyl Sign Techniques, was published. Vinyl Sign Techniques is available at sign supply distributors and at Amazon.
© 2016 Jim Hingst
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