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~ Frequently Asked Questions ~
What would you like to know?!
- What does poly-in mean on film?
It means the adhesive is rolled toward the inside of the roll. (more commonly used)
- What is coverlam film?
A premium grade, low melt, aggresive adhesive film used for specialty items.
- Why do you decrease the heat on a roll laminator the thicker the film gets?
Because of the higher glue factor.
- What temperature should you run laminating films at?
Depending on the model of your machine: 1.5 mil is 290-315 degrees / 3 mil Doculam is 275-300 degrees / 3 mil Coverlam is 220-270 degrees / 5 mil is 240-275 degrees / 10 mil is 220-260 degrees and 1.7 or 1.8 mil is 220-270 degrees
- What do the mil weights mean?
The mils equal the parts of adhesive (polyethylene) vs. the mylar film (polyester)
- What is the maximum film roll thickness for a Premier 4 Roll Laminator?
1/8 inch
- What is the maximum film capacity on a Premier 4 Roll Laminator?
1.5 mil is 1000" rolls and 3 mil is 500' rolls.
- What temperature should you run your pouches at?
Depending on the model of your machine: 3 mil is 275 degrees / 5 mil is 285 degrees / 7 mil is 300 degrees / 10 mil is 340 degrees
- How many pouches can be run through a pouch laminator per hour?
On a 4" PL, 350 small cards per hour
On a 12" PL, 600-900 small cards per hour and 3 large pouches per minute.
- When to adjust the heat on a pouch laminator?
If the pouch is cloudy, the temperature is too low.
If the pouch is wrinkled or has bubbles, the temperature is too high.
- What do you use to clean the rubber rollers on a pouch laminator?
Use a mildly abrasive cleaning pad, such as a 3M WHITE Scotch Brite, and denatured alcohol OR mild soapy water to wipe the rollers.
*always refer to the manual for this process*
- What does the pitch mean in coil or wire bindings? (2:1, 3:1, 4:1 and 5:1)
Pitch refers to the number of holes per inch.
- Can you use 4:1 and 5:1 coils on the same machine?
No, they are not interchangeable, need different punch dies.
- What is the difference between the C800 and the CombMac 24E, both are an Electric Punch/Manual Binder?
The CombMac 24E is 14" with 24 punch dies, has a Jam-Release Switch and a diameter scale.
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