When choosing the thickness of lamination film, you should decide based on your purpose, frequency of use, and whether long-term protection is needed. The following uses simple and clear vernacular to tell you how to choose.
Common thickness types
The thickness of lamination film generally refers to the thickness of a single layer (unit: μm, micrometer), and a lamination film is two layers added together.
80μ (total thickness 160μ): Soft, suitable for temporary documents
100μ (total thickness 200μ): Standard thickness, commonly used in daily office
125μ (total thickness 250μ): Hard, suitable for long-term storage of documents, cards, etc.
150μ and above: Thickened, used in scenes that require stiffness such as hangtags and billboards
How to choose thickness according to purpose?
|
Application Scenario |
Recommended Thickness |
Reasoning |
|
Study materials, handouts, briefings |
80μm |
Cost-effective, lightweight, easy to flip through |
|
Office documents, menus, flyers |
100μm |
Moderate thickness for better protection, good value |
|
Certificates, ID cards, employee badges |
125μm |
Sturdy, waterproof, and fold-resistant for long-term use |
|
Display cards, labels, hang tags |
125μm ~ 150μm |
Resists bending, suitable for repeated use or outdoor environments |
Notes
Don't choose too thick: high thickness also requires high laminator, and poor heating capacity of the machine may not be pressed firmly.
Too thin has weak protection: documents or outdoor labels that are often taken back and forth may be easily worn.
Thickness does not equal clarity: transparency is related to the quality of the material, and thick is not necessarily clear.
If you are not sure which one to choose, you can also tell me your specific use, and I will help you recommend the most suitable thickness!
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