Common questions

What is clear-lay film used for?

What is clear-lay film used for?

Grafix Clear-Lay is a transparent vinyl film that is an economical solution for overlays, stencils, or protective coverings.

What is Grafix clear-lay film?

Grafix Clear-Lay® is a rigid vinyl (PVC) film that is an economical solution to many plastic film applications. This “student grade” film combines many of the desirable handling features of Acetate with the stability of Dura-Lar®. Easy to cut, but won’t tear. Good clarity, high gloss. Moisture resistant.

What is clear-Lay?

Clear-Lay is a vinyl based film that is very economical, easy to cut, has a low heat tolerance and is acid free. Dura-Lar is a polyester based film known for its clarity and stability. It has a high heat tolerance, will not tear or discolor and is archival.

Can you print on clear-lay film?

These Grafix products are not prepared for offset printing. Grafix will NOT be responsible for any damages to equipment or persons when using Grafix products incorrectly.

Can you print on Grafix acetate?

Acetate film is not designed specifically to be printed. However, it can be Screen Printed, Pad Printed, Thermal Printed and Commercial Inkjet printed (Solvent, UV and EcoSolvent inks). We can provide samples to have ink draws and tests done by your ink vendor.

What is mylar made of?

Mylar® polyester film is made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET). The way that it is made is that molten polyethylene terephthalate (PET) polymer is first extruded onto a chill roll drum to form film.

Can inkjet printer print on plastic?

You do not need to go to a special print shop to print your images and text onto plastic sheets. You can print these plastic sheets in your home with an inkjet printer. You cannot print on plastic if your printer is low on ink, because your print will be illegible.

Is Grafix FDA approved?

Grafix is not an FDA-approved drug or medical device. Grafix is a bandage embedded with unmodified and uncultured cellular tissue derived from human placentas and other growth factors. Osiris must now submit Grafix for FDA approval, just like any other drug or biologic product.

Does Medicare cover Grafix?

IMPORTANT: Medicare does not separately reimburse for the majority of skin substitute products, including Grafix®. Therefore, when Grafix is applied in the hospital outpatient department setting, Medicare reimburses the CPT® code payment amount listed below only; there is no separate reimbursement for Grafix.

Do you need special ink to print on acetate?

Acetate film is not designed specifically to be printed. However, it can be Screen Printed, Pad Printed, Thermal Printed and Commercial Inkjet printed (Solvent, UV and EcoSolvent inks).

How do I print on clear acetate?

Open the printer properties application on the computer and adjust the settings to those recommended by the directions accompanying the acetate sheets. Save the settings. Place an acetate sheet in the printer feeder. Make sure the coated, or rough, side of the paper will face the print head in the printer.

What’s the thickness of Grafix clear lay film?

This “student grade” film combines many of the desirable handling features of Acetate with the stability of Dura-Lar®. Ideal for overlays, stencils and protective coverings. Grafix Clear-Lay is offered in clear or transparent colors. Clear films range in thickness from .003” to .010” in rolls, pads, and packs.

Which is the best clear lay plastic film?

Grafix Clear-Lay® is a rigid vinyl (PVC) film that is an economical solution to many plastic film applications. This “student grade” film combines many of the desirable handling features of Acetate with the stability of Dura-Lar®. Ideal for overlays, stencils and protective coverings.

What kind of plastic is Grafix made out of?

Acetate Film. Grafix Acetate is a cast cellulose Di-Acetate film used in many commercial art applications. Manufactured primarily from wood pulp, this film is 100% biodegradable and can be recycled, composted or incinerated.

What can you use clearlay film and sheet for?

The low cost of vinyl combined with its high durability makes it well suited for packaging, graphics, overlays, stencils and protective coverings. Every thickness of ClearLay film and sheet we stock is available in clear, and we offer five transparent colors in .005″” mil.