ProTec Series 3960

Heavy Duty Overlaminate

ProTec Series 3960 overlaminate is a 12-mil (305 micron) film with a clear, permanent pressure-sensitive adhesive. The heavy gauge product is designed to protect decals and graphics while maintaining high clarity. ProTec Series 3960 is rated for an outdoor durability up to 2 years.

Applications & Features

  • Protective overlaminate for racing, dirt bikes, and other recreational vehicles
  • Ideal for applications needing exceptional durability and abrasion resistance
  • Use in conjunction with Arlon’s DPF 8000™ Ultra Tack or DPF 8200 High Tack film
  • Designed to be laminated cold without any heat
  • Excellent clarity and gloss retention
  • Minimize silvering and enhance image quality with fast wet-out adhesive system

Performance & Physical Data

Property Test Methods Typical Value
Surface Finish Gloss Meter 60° Reflection 70 to 90 Gloss Units
Thickness Micrometer, Federal Bench Type 12-mil (305 micron)
Tensile Strength Tensile Tester with 2-in (51 mm) jaw separation; crosshead speed of 12 in/min. (5.1 mm/s), web direction ≥ 45.67 lb/in
Elongation Instron Tensile Tester as above ≥ 270%
Shelf Life (In Box) Ideal Storage Temperature 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity 1 year from factory shipment
Application Temperature Range On clean, dry substrate 50°F to 80°F
Service Temperature Range Film applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing -40°F to 176°F
Dimensional Stability 158°F (70°C), 48 hours, on aluminum panel 20-mil
Peel Adhesion PSTC-1, 15 min. 70°F (21°C) ≥ 2.27 lbs/in
Liner Release TLMI Release at 90°, 300 in/min (760 cm/min) 50 g/2 in
Humidity Resistance Film applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing. 100% relative humidity, 100°F (38°C) for 500 hours. No Appreciable Effect
Gasoline Resistance Film applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing. Immersed 30 minutes at 70°F (21°C), stabilized for 24 hours before inspection. No Appreciable Effect

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