Lamination Film

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Lamination film is the sacrificial layer that stands between a print and the world - UV, rain, fingers and abrasion hit it first. Jin Yu supplies cold pressure-sensitive laminate and thermal laminate in gloss, matte and satin finishes, on rolls for wide-format finishing lines.

Cold laminate sticks with pressure-sensitive adhesive at room temperature - no machine heat, works on heat-sensitive media, and is the standard finishing step for vehicle graphics, floor graphics and anything already mounted. Thermal laminate bonds under heat through an EVA layer and gives a harder, more abrasion-resistant surface for high-traffic prints.

The finish changes how the print reads. Gloss makes colours punch but shows glare under shop lights; matte kills the glare and photographs well; satin sits between - the usual pick for retail graphics that get both. Anti-scratch and UV-inhibiting formulations extend outdoor life further.

Widths, thicknesses and finishes are in stock for common 1.07-1.6 m print widths, with custom slitting available. Ships from Foshan to 50+ countries under OEM labels on request - free samples let you test adhesion and finish on your own prints first.

Lamination Film Specifications

Typical supply range for Jin Yu cold and thermal laminating film. Custom widths, adhesives, cores and private-label packaging available on request.

ParameterCold Laminate (pressure-sensitive)Thermal Laminate (heat-activated)
Film thickness25-75 µm (1-3 mil)25-75 µm (1-3 mil)
AdhesivePressure-sensitive acrylic, no heatEVA, activated by heated roller
Lamination temperatureRoom temperature (15-30 °C)90-110 °C
Base filmPVC / PETBOPP / PET
Finish optionsGloss, matte, satin, 3D textureGloss, matte
Standard roll width0.914 / 1.07 / 1.27 / 1.52 m0.914 / 1.07 / 1.27 / 1.52 m
Roll length50 m / 100 m50 m / 100 m
Outdoor durability2-3 years3-5 years
Typical applicationsVehicle graphics, floor graphics, mounted printsMenus, maps, counter graphics, high-traffic signage
MOQ1 roll, mixed widths allowed1 roll, mixed widths allowed
Lead time7-15 days7-15 days

Widths up to 1.6 m, 1-inch and 3-inch cores, and OEM packaging are available on request.

Figures above are typical supply ranges. Confirm thickness, adhesive and release liner with our team before ordering - values vary by finish and substrate.

How to Choose: Cold vs Thermal Lamination

Choose cold laminate when the print cannot take heat

Vehicle wraps, floor graphics, and anything already mounted on rigid board. Cold film bonds with pressure-sensitive adhesive at room temperature, so there is no risk of shrinking, curling or ink re-melt.

Choose thermal laminate for the hardest wearing surface

Heat-activated EVA bonds into a tighter, more scratch-resistant layer - the right choice for menus, maps, counter graphics and anything cleaned or handled daily.

Match the finish to the viewing distance

Gloss deepens colour and suits photo prints and retail graphics. Matte kills glare under shop lighting. Satin sits between the two, and 3D textured film adds a tactile surface for exhibition and premium packaging work.

Order 10-15% more film than the print

Laminating wastes more material than printing - trim, alignment and re-dos add up. On a 50 m job, budget a spare 5 m rather than stopping mid-run.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers specific to this product category.

Cold or thermal lamination - which one?
Cold (pressure-sensitive) if the print is already mounted, is heat-sensitive, or the finishing line has no heated roller. Thermal if you want the hardest, most abrasion-resistant surface and the print can take the heat. Same roll widths, different machines.
When does a print actually need laminating?
Anything that gets touched, cleaned or rained on: floor graphics, vehicle wraps, outdoor signage, menus and retail graphics. A protected print lasts roughly a third to a half longer before colour fades - the film is cheaper than reprinting.
How long should I wait before laminating eco-solvent prints?
Give solvent prints time to outgas - typically 24 hours, longer on heavy ink coverage. Laminate too soon and residual solvent attacks the adhesive from underneath: bubbling, colour shift, delamination. The print and film are fine; the timing was wrong.
Gloss, matte or satin?
Matte for graphics read under bright or variable lighting - no glare, and fingerprints show less. Gloss for maximum colour punch on outdoor pieces seen from distance. Satin for retail interiors where both matter. All three come in the same thickness options.
What widths and thicknesses are available?
Standard rolls cover common print widths from 1.07 to 1.6 m, in everyday and anti-scratch grades, with custom slitting on request. Send the roll width of your finishing line and we will match - free samples go out for adhesion testing on your actual prints.

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