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Q & A
1. Characteristics ?
(1) Contains no paper pulp. An environment friendly product .
  (2) Treated with Nano technology. Water and dust resistant.(Ink does not smear in
  ¡@water after printing)
  (3) Sharp resolution displays a dynamic color and presents a 3 dimensional
  texture .
  (4) Low ink absorbent. Reduces the cost of ink.
  (5) No crease. No deckle edge. High color intensity.
  (6) Soft touch. Do not reflect lights, comfortable to the eyes.
  (7) Heat resistant up to 220¢XC. A break through for the printing substances.
  (8) Excellent sag and tensile strength. Holds up to 18KG.
  (9) Suitable for different types processing. (High frequency plastic welder,
  ¡@sewing, spray adhesive)
  (10) Also available for fire retardant.
  (11) Suitable for color inkjet printers, from desk-jets to commercial printers.
  (12) Suitable for plotters and lithographic printing processes. (No backing needed
  ¡@before printing.)
   
2. Characteristics of different types of P-tex ¡H

Product Type

Thickness
(mm)
Weight
(g/m2)

Characteristics

PW

0.38

205

Suitable for high quality painting reproduction.

POG

0.35

160

Stiff feeling

POL

0.25

120

Soft and light

PO

0.25

90

Suitable for label cloth. PO becomes softer after each wash. Does not irritate the skin.

PGP
Wallpaper

0.35

160

3 dimensional displays bring your images to life.

FRP-Tex
Fire Retardant

0.39

170

PW and POG are available for different levels of fire retardant according to regulations.

GP-Tex
Backing

0.55

344

Available with self-adhesive backing.

PTL
Carpet

1.20

400

Softer and lighter than conventional carpets. Great for personalized decorations.

   
3. How does the color stand in different weathers?
Color variations depend on the types of inks. It is not relevant to the P-tex.
   
4. Does white P-tex turn yellow¡H
Yellow coloration occurs in 2 weeks under direct sunlight.
   
5. Does P-tex crease¡H
P-tex does not crease. It eliminates the wrinkle problems on large sized posters
  as well as other printing substances.
   
6. How do you process if holding is required ¡H
Folding can be set by press P-tex with temperature.
   
7. Does cutting P-tex cause deckle edges?
P-tex does not form deckle edges after cutting.
   
8. Can you sew P-tex ?
P-tex is suitable for regular sewing or high frequency plastic welder
   
9. How is the contractibility of P-tex?
Vertical contractibility is 2%. Horizontal contractibility is 0.6%.
  (Test under 180¢XC x 100Sec)
   
10. Does P-Tex crimp ¡H
Drying P-tex rapidly when wet causes curls on the sides. However, under regular
  use, P-tex crimps less than PVC.
   
11. How does P-Tex stand to heat?
Unlike other printing substances, P-Tex stands heat up to 220¢XC.
   
12. Adhesive applications ¡H
Regular usage :
  3M spray adhesive is recommended. Other glues, double sided tapes are
  applicable as well. However, glues with high water content are not suggested.
  P-tex with adhesive backing is also available upon request.
  Wallpaper :
  Apply a thin coat of wallpaper glue on P-tex. (Low water content glue) If the
  condition of wall is not applicable or color spots exist, please flatten the walls
  first. (Do not use wet towel or sponge on the surface of P-Tex).
   
13. Is P-tex suitable for lithographic printing processes ¡H
P-tex does not require paper backing to prevent ventilation through papers.
  Reduces paper costs .
   
14. P-tex presentation with different types of inks ¡H
ink
Character

Dye base ink

Pigment

Laser Printers

Resolution

When the DPI of the file meets requirements, colors do not smear at all even under the examination of magnifying glasses.

 

Slight Discoloration

No discoloration

No discoloration

Water resistant

Washable under water after printing.

No discoloration when wet. Rubbing and wiping is not recommended.

No discoloration when wet. Rubbing and wiping is tolerable.

Fire retardant

P-Tex provides W1 ~ W3 fire retardant level upon request

  ¡¯Results might vary from printers and inks
   
   
   
   

 

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