General Formulations 118 Clear Mounting Film – Permanent/Removable
Price:$375.00
GF 118 Clear Polyester Mounting Film with Dual Adhesives
Clear polyester mounting film GF 118 Clear Polyester Film is a double-coated polyester laminate designed for temporary glass graphics where controlled adhesion, clean viewing clarity, and easy removal matter. Built with a 1.0 mil clear polyester carrier and dual acrylic adhesives, this mounting film supports indoor and short-term outdoor applications and delivers secure bonding during display with simplified removal afterward. Use it for window graphics and POP signage when you need temporary mounting without heat.
Why Choose This Mounting Film
GF 118 delivers reliable performance for glass-mounted graphics that require a permanent bond to the print and a removable bond to the surface. Use this material when you need temporary installations without residue or damage.
- Dual Adhesive Design: Permanent adhesive bonds to the graphic while removable adhesive releases from glass
- Clear Polyester Carrier: Maintains image visibility after lamination
- Cold Lamination: Applies without heat using standard cold laminators
- Printed Liner Guidance: Clearly identifies the removable adhesive side during installation
- Temporary Performance: Designed for short-term displays and promotions
Applications
- Window Graphics: Temporary displays on glass surfaces
- POP Retail Signage: Short-term promotional graphics
- General Signage: Indoor mounted graphics requiring removal
- Indoor Displays: Clear mounting for visual presentations
- Temporary Installations: Seasonal or campaign-based graphics
Key Features
- Construction: 1.0 mil clear polyester carrier film
- Adhesive: Acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives, permanent on one side and removable on the other
- Handling: Two clear polyester liners for clarity and controlled wet out
- Durability: Indoor and short-term outdoor use up to 6 months
- Compatibility: Not applicable for ink systems as a mounting film
Compatibility
Use this section only when a product has a known pairing requirement or compatible systems list.
- Required Pairing: Thin flexible plastic films and printed papers
- Surface Fit: Glass
- Ink Compatibility: Not applicable
- Production Note: Cold laminate only. Test before production for clarity and adhesion balance.
Specifications
- Film Type: Clear polyester carrier
- Color: Clear
- Finish: Gloss clear
- Thickness: 1.0 mil
- Adhesive Type: Emulsion acrylic, pressure-sensitive
- Adhesive Color: Clear
- Adhesive Performance: Permanent on graphic side, removable on glass side
- Release Liner: Clear printed polyester liner on removable side, clear polyester liner on permanent side
- Application Surfaces: Glass
- Application Method: Cold laminating and mounting
- Service Temperature Range: -40 °F to 180 °F
- Application Temperature: Above 40 °F
- Indoor Durability: Up to 6 months
- Outdoor Durability: Up to 6 months
- Removability Window: Removable from glass under normal conditions
- Core Size: 3 inches
- Shelf Life: 1 year stored at 70 °F and 50 percent relative humidity
FAQ
What applications does this mounting film support?
This mounting film supports window graphics, POP signage, and temporary displays for indoor and short-term outdoor use.
Do I need an overlaminate?
No. This product functions as a mounting film rather than a protective overlaminate.
Which materials pair with this product?
Pair it with thin printed films or papers intended for temporary glass applications.
How do I identify the removable side?
The liner printed with “REMOVE TO EXPOSE ADHESIVE” indicates the removable adhesive side applied to glass.
Is this product optically clear?
No. It offers good clarity but is not classified as optically clear.
Mount with Precision
Choose GF 118 when temporary glass graphics require controlled adhesion and clean removal.
Additional information
| Weight | 43.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 0.0 × 0.0 × 0.0 in |