General Formulations 201OPAE Matte White Opaque Vinyl – Permanent

Matte White Opaque Vinyl – General Formulations 201OPAE Matte White Opaque Vinyl with Permanent Air-Egress Adhesive

Matte white opaque vinyl GF 201OPAE is a 3.4 mil polymeric matte white flexible calendered PVC film engineered for long-term signage where opacity, durability, and clean application matter. It features a gray permanent air-egress acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive laminated to a 90 lb air-egress layflat liner. This construction allows repositioning during installation while building to a permanent bond, making it well suited for demanding production environments and large-format graphics.

Why Choose This Matte White Opaque Vinyl

GF 201OPAE delivers high opacity, controlled installation, and long-term performance for professional graphics.

• Gray Opaque Adhesive: Provides over 99 percent opacity for excellent hiding power
• Air-Egress Technology: Allows bubble-free dry application and easier repositioning
• Matte White Finish: Reduces glare and improves readability in bright environments
• Permanent Bond: Builds strong adhesion within 24 hours for long-term installs
• Layflat Liner: 90 lb air-egress liner supports stable printing and smooth handling

Applications

• POP and Retail Graphics: High-opacity promotional displays
• Yard Signs: Durable outdoor signage
• Decals: Long-term identification and branding
• General Signage: Interior and exterior flat-surface graphics

Key Features

• Film Construction: 3.4 mil polymeric matte white calendered vinyl
• Adhesive System: Gray permanent solvent acrylic with air-egress
• Opacity: Greater than 99 percent
• Chemical Resistance: Resists common cleaners and chemicals
• Installation Method: Dry apply only

Compatibility

This matte white opaque vinyl adheres to a wide range of flat substrates including painted metals, aluminum, stainless steel, acrylic, and other common signage materials. It supports solvent, eco-solvent, latex, UV curable, screen, and offset UV inks. Always test for adhesion and print compatibility prior to full production.

Specifications

• Film Type: White polymeric calendered vinyl
• Color: White
• Finish: Matte
• Film Thickness: 3.4 mil
• Film Weight: 120 grams per square meter
• Gloss Level: Less than 20 at 60 degrees
• Opacity: Greater than 99 percent
• Tensile Strength:
  • Machine Direction: greater than 3,000 lbs per inch
  • Cross Direction: greater than 2,600 lbs per inch
• Elongation:
  • Machine Direction: greater than 90 percent
  • Cross Direction: greater than 150 percent
• Dimensional Stability:
  • Machine Direction: less than 0.90 mm
  • Cross Direction: less than 0.60 mm
• Adhesive Type: Solvent acrylic, pressure-sensitive
• Adhesive Color: Gray
• Adhesive Features: Air egress, bubble-free
• Release Liner: White PE-coated kraft, air-egress
• Liner Weight: 90 lb
• Liner Thickness: 7.0 mil
• Release Force: 25 to 45 grams per 2 inches
• Application Temperature: Above 40 degrees Fahrenheit
• Service Temperature Range: Minus 40 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit
• Shelf Life: 1 year when stored at 70 degrees Fahrenheit and 50 percent relative humidity
• Outdoor Durability: Up to 5 years
• Removability: Permanent

FAQ

What applications does this vinyl support?
This vinyl supports interior and exterior signage, decals, nameplates, point-of-purchase displays, and graphics that require added opacity.

Can this vinyl be removed?
This product uses a permanent gray adhesive and does not remove cleanly. Adhesive residue can be removed with standard adhesive removers.

Do I need special application tape for cut graphics?
Many application tapes adhere to the vinyl face. For transport, use a tape designed to stick to the exposed air-egress liner, such as TransferRite AirMask 510U.

Build Durable, High-Opacity Graphics with Confidence

Choose GF 201OPAE for matte white coverage, bubble-free installation, and permanent performance in demanding signage applications.

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