JetComp 8527 2mil Special Application Shrink Film
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2mil Special Application PVC Shrink Film
2mil Special Application PVC Shrink Film is a high-gloss shrink sleeve film engineered for complex and high-contour packaging applications. Designed for difficult shrinks including trigger spray bottles and irregular container shapes, this 2 mil PVC film delivers up to a 66% shrink ratio across the width of the roll.
Mounted on a stable temporary support for reliable transport and printing, this shrink film works with UV, eco-solvent, and latex printers. After printing and proper curing, it can be used flat for proofing or converted into functional shrink sleeves.
Why Choose 2mil Special Application PVC Shrink Film
When packaging requires aggressive shrink performance and contour conformity, specialized film construction makes the difference.
- High Shrink Ratio: Provides up to 66% shrink across the width for tight, conforming sleeves.
- Designed for Difficult Shrinks: Suitable for higher-contoured containers and trigger spray bottles.
- Printer Versatility: Compatible with UV, eco-solvent, and latex wide format printers.
- High Gloss Finish: Produces vibrant graphics with strong shelf appeal.
- Flexible Conversion Options: Assemble into sleeves using super glue or solvent seaming tools.
Applications
- Shrink sleeve proofing
- Full-body shrink sleeves
- Trigger spray bottle packaging
- High-contour container labeling
- Retail packaging prototypes
Key Features
- 2 mil PVC shrink film
- High gloss surface finish
- Up to 66% shrink ratio
- Designed for complex and high-contour shrinks
- Mounted on stable temporary support
- Compatible with UV, eco-solvent, and latex printers
- Good barrier properties
- Requires minimum 8 hour cure time
- Suitable for sleeve assembly with adhesive or solvent seam pen
Specifications
- Film Type: PVC shrink film
- Thickness: 2 mil
- Shrink Ratio: Up to 66% across roll width
- Surface Finish: High gloss
- Cure Time: Minimum 8 hours before shrinking
- Printer Compatibility: UV, eco-solvent, latex
- Barrier Properties: Good product protection
- Assembly Methods: Super glue or JetComps 7200 solvent seaming pen
- Available Sizes:
- 24 inches x 50 feet
- 24 inches x 100 feet
- 52 inches x 50 feet
- 52 inches x 100 feet
- Item Numbers:
- 8527-24-50
- 8527-24-100
- 8527-52-50
- 8527-52-100
Compatibility
2mil Special Application PVC Shrink Film works with:
- UV wide format printers
- Eco-solvent wide format printers
- Latex wide format printers
For a thinner matte appearance without increasing thickness, apply Krylon 53530 Flat Acrylic Crystal Clear spray.
FAQ
What makes this film suitable for difficult shrinks?
Its construction allows for higher shrink ratios that conform to contoured and irregular container shapes.
How long should the print cure before shrinking?
Allow a minimum of 8 hours cure time before applying heat for shrinking.
Can this be used for proofing?
Yes. Print flat for shrink sleeve proofing before converting into a finished sleeve.
How do I assemble a finished sleeve?
Use super glue or a solvent seaming pen to create a secure vertical seam prior to shrinking.
Produce High-Contour Shrink Sleeve Prototypes
Achieve tight, conforming shrink sleeves with 2mil Special Application PVC Shrink Film.