Description
3M Chrome Graphic Film 3635-110,
3M Chrome Graphic Film 3635-110,
This film blocks light transmission when applied to internally illuminated signs and enhances a neon-type effect when used on the second surface of clear acrylic. It is black on the face side, white on the back side. Contact 3M Customer Service for ordering information.
Chrome Graphic Film
3635-110
Product Description 3M Chrome Graphic Film 3635-110 is a unique, 3 mil translucent film that reflects light
to produce a glossy chrome appearance in a finished graphic. This medium to long-term
film can be applied flat to any plastic sheet or thermoformed on a high temperature
copolyester sheet. It is designed for use on first or second surface signs in an
internally-illuminated sign box.
Recommended Types of
Graphics and End Uses
When constructed and used as described in this Bulletin, these types of graphics and end
uses may be warranted by the 3M MCS Warranty. Please read the entire Bulletin for
details.
• Indoor and outdoor single film layer signs mounted in an internally-illuminated sign box
and made as first or second surface on any flat plastic sheet or graphics thermoformed
on a high temperature copolyester sheet
Limitations of End Uses 3M specifically does not recommend or warrant the following uses, but please contact us to
discuss your needs or recommend other products.
Unsuitable End Uses
for This Product
• Printing
• Two layer constructions
• Application to flexible substrates or low surface energy plastic
• Film overlaps made before thermoforming
• High temperature thermoforming
• Thermoforming draws with over 50% elongation
• Thermoforming induced light leaks at butt seams
Characteristics These are typical values for unprocessed product; processing may change the values.
Contact your 3M representative for a custom specification.
Physical Characteristics Characteristic Value
Film Non-vinyl, translucent
Color Glossy chrome appearance
Light transmission 17% light transmission
Thickness 3 mils (0.8 mm)
Adhesive type Pressure sensitive
Adhesive color Clear
Liner Paper
Tensile strength 7.55 pounds/inch at 73°F (1.35 kg/cm at 23°C) minimum
Chemical
resistance
Resists mild alkalis, mild acids, and salt
Excellent resistance to water (except immersion)
Application Characteristics Characteristic Value
Finished graphic
application
recommendation
Surface type: Flat only
Substrate for thermoforming; High temperature copolyester sheet
Substrate without thermoforming: Any flat plastic sheet, glass
Application temperature: 60°F (16°C) minimum
air, film, substrates
Product Bulletin 3635-110- 2
Definitions
Exposure U.S. Vertical
Exposure
face of graphic The face of the graphic is +/- 10° from vertical.
Graphic Types Indoor Signs Stationary graphics applied indoors and not exposed to the elements.
Outdoor Signs Stationary graphics applied outdoors and exposed to the elements.
Warranty Information
Warranty and
Limited Remedy
The following is made in lieu of all other express or implied warranties, including any implied
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or implied warranty
arising out of a course of dealing, custom or usage of trade: all 3M products are warranted
to be free of defects in materials and manufacture at the time of shipment and to meet the
specifications stated in this Product Bulletin. 3M will replace or refund the price of any 3M
materials that do not meet this warranty within the specified time periods. These remedies
are exclusive. In no case shall 3M be liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential
damages, including any labor or non-3M materials charges.
See the 3M Graphics Market Center Warranty Brochure at 3Mgraphics.com, which gives
the terms, additional limitations of the warranty, if any, and limitations of liability.
Warranty Coverage Overview Both the warranty coverage and the durability for each graphic is based on the user(s) reading
and following all applicable and current 3M Product and Instruction Bulletins. 3M will
honor the Warranted Durability stated in the Warranted Durability Table in the base film or
substrate Product Bulletin that is current when the film was purchased. Warranted durabilities
may be reduced and stipulations may apply for certain constructions and applications,
as covered in this Bulletin.
3M™ MCS™ Warranty
Warranted Durability Table
for Finished Graphics
in a Standard U.S. Vertical Exposure
Finished graphics constructed as shown in the tables below are eligible for the
MCS Warranty.
Thermoformed on High Temperature Copolyester Sheet 3 years
Flat Graphics on any Plastic Sheet, First or Second Surface 5 years
Warranty Details
and General Exceptions
Shrinkage Shrinkage of this film is not covered by the 3M MCS Warranty.
Dull Appearance A dull appearance that results from thermoforming at too high a temperature and then
stretching the film is not covered by the 3M MCS Warranty.
Application to Glass 3M accepts no liability for glass breakage when using this film. See Instruction Bulletin 5.1
for details.
Application Outside the U.S. Contact the 3M organization for that country.
Graphics Made with
Components Not Sold or
Recommended by 3M
The 3M MCS Warranty does not cover finished graphics made with inks, film, graphic
protection and/or application tapes that are not sold or recommended by 3M. The user is
solely responsible for the graphic appearance, performance and durability of graphic constructions
that include any other products.
Graphic Performance Life The actual performance life of a graphic is affected by all of the following.
• Selection and preparation of the substrate
• Method of sign making
• Application and installation methods
• Exposure conditions
• Cleaning methods
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Fabrication Refer to Instruction Bulletin 5.16 for thermoforming film on plastic. Also heed the following
information.
• Diffusion. Without diffusion, light sources will be seen through the chrome film.
• Substrate drying. PETG substrate may need to be oven dried to remove moisture; test
and approve.
• Clear top surface liner. Always remove the clear protective surface liner from the film
after applying it to the substrate and before drying.
• Thermoforming temperature. While determining the proper temperature to form your
signs, consider the following:
– Film temperatures over 330°F (165°C) may cause the chrome appearance to lose
gloss and become dull as the film is stretched.
– Too low a temperature causes the film to wrinkle around the returns.
• Mold design. The emboss or mold height must be at least 4 times the thickness of the
copolyester sheet to prevent wrinkles. For example, if the sheet thickness is 0.150 inches
(3.8 mm), the emboss or mold height must be at least 0.60 inches (15.2 mm).
• Butt seams. Use precisely matched butt seams or overlaps after thermoforming. Butt
seams done before thermoforming are likely to separate and cause a light leak.
Application Tape • For premasking large parts of a graphic with the liner on or off, use 3M Premasking
Tape SCPM-3.
• If small parts (less than 8 inches) need to be prespaced, use 3M Prespacing Tape
SCPS-2.
Health and Safety
CAUTION When handling any chemical products, read the manufacturers’ container labels and the
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for important health, safety and environmental information.
To obtain MSDS sheets for 3M products go to 3M.com/MSDS, or by mail or in case of
an emergency, call 1-800-364-3577 or 1-651-737-6501.
When using any equipment, always follow the manufacturers’ instructions for safe
operation.
Shelf Life, Storage and Shipping
Shelf Life Total shelf life: 2 years from the date on the original box
Up to 2 years unprocessed, OR process within 1 year and apply within 1 year of processing
Storage Conditions • 40° to 100°F (4° to 38°C)
• Out of sunlight
• Clean dry area
• Original container
• Bring the film to print room temperature before using
Shipping Finished Graphics Flat
Product Bulletin 3635-110- 4
3M Related Literature Before starting any job, be sure you have the most current Product and Instruction
Bulletins.
The information in 3M Product and Instruction Bulletins is subject to change. Current Bulletins are
available at 3Mgraphics.com. The following applicable Bulletins provide information and processes you
need to properly make the graphics described in this Bulletin. Additional Bulletins may be needed as
indicated in the 3M Related Literature section of other 3M components you use.
Bulletin types: PB = Product Bulletin; PB-IB = Product & Instruction Bulletin; IB = Instruction Bulletin
Subject Type Bulletin No.
Design of graphics IB 2.1
Using 3M application tapes; premasking and prespacing for films IB 4.3
Scoring and cutting IB 4.1
Application, substrate selection, preparation and substrate-specific application
techniques
IB 5.1
Application, wet method for translucent screen printed, thermal mass transfer
and cut graphics
IB 5.7
Thermoforming IB 5.16
Storage, handling, maintenance, removal IB 6.5
3M Graphics Center Warranty Brochure go to www.3Mgraphics.com, Warranties
3M and MCS are trademarks of 3M Company.
Bulletin Change Summary All references to VIVAK HT sheet have been changed to high temperture co-polyester sheet.
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