Gerber Reflective Sheeting White 280i Plus 280-10

Description

White 280-10Use 280i Plus P21931C P20975C White 280i Plus 280-10P84894A P84895A

DESCRIPTION
Gerber HP Series 280i is a high performance reflective film made exclusively for Gerber by
3M™. Series 280i durable and dimensionally stable with a clear, pressure-sensitive adhesive
designed to withstand a variety of severe weather and handling conditions. It is available in
white only on a 78-lb, double-sided, poly-coated liner.
Series 280i is an EDGE READY™ material that has been optimized for printing on the GERBER
EDGE®, GERBER EDGE 2®, and GERBER EDGE FX™ thermal transfer printing systems.
Note: Be sure not to confuse with 280 White, which is a cut-only film.
PRODUCT CONSTRUCTION
Property Description
Thickness (film and adhesive) 7 to 8 mil (0.18 to 0.20 mm)
Film color White
Adhesive Clear, pressure sensitive
Liner 78-lb white kraft paper
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Application substrates For flat surfaces with or without rivets or moderate
curved surfaces
Property Description
Application surfaces Flexible signage, glass, metal, acrylic,
polycarbonates, fiberglass, and painted surfaces
Removability Permanent
INTENDED APPLICATIONS
Series 280i is suitable for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications including
vehicles, exterior and interior signage, window markings, etc. It can be used on flat surfaces
with or without rivets, or moderate curved surfaces.
PERFORMANCE LIFE – (UNPRINTED)
The exterior performance life of Series 280i is based upon field experience and exposure tests
conducted throughout the United States. When the graphics are processed and used according
to Gerber recommendations, they should have an expected performance life up to the values
shown in the charts below. The actual performance depends on the following conditions:
 Selection and preparation of substrate
 Application methods
 Exposure conditions
 Cleaning methods
Application Specifics
Performance Life
(years): Unprinted
U.S. 1 Desert SW 2
*Vertical
Exposure
280i
Signs Only Unprinted, applied to first surface 5 3
Vehicles Only Unprinted, applied to first surface 7 5
* Face of graphic is vertical 90º ± 10º.
1. For exterior performance life statements outside of the United States, contact Gerber Technology.
2. The United States Desert Southwest area includes Arizona, New Mexico, and the desert areas of California, Nevada, Utah, and
Texas.
SHELF LIFE AND STORAGE
Apply film within one year of receipt. Printed graphics should also be applied within one year.
Film and printed graphics (with or without premask) should be kept in a clean area free from
excessive moisture and direct sunlight. Maintain temperature at less than 100°F (38°C).
Use a paper interleaf between layers of stacked or rolled printed materials. Do not stack
printed graphics face to face.
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PRINTING
Series 280i has been optimized for use with EDGE® Series printers in conjunction with
GerberColor™ Finishing (GCF), GerberColor Spot (GCS), GerberColor Process Pro™ CMYK
(GCP), and GerberColor Transparent (GCT) Series Foils. GerberColor Process Pro and
Transparent Foils are especially ideal for use with Series 280i because the transparent
characteristic of these foils allows the retroreflectivity of the film to show through.
Gerber standard tack application tape is required to be used as the transfer carrier for all printed
graphics.
Recommended working environment is as follows:
 Operating temperature: 50ºF to 95ºF / 10ºC to 35ºC
 Recommended temperature for assured printing accuracy: 68ºF to 78ºF / 20ºC to 26ºC
 Operating humidity: 20% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing (maximum range;
actual range varies by material used)
PROTECTING GRAPHICS
Gerber Technology offers products that are designed to protect vinyl and printed graphics.
Gerber Guard is a durable, dimensionally stable, glossy vinyl overlaminate. This film has
a petrochemical-resistant construction and is intended to be used when markings may
be exposed to petrochemical spillage and/or severe handling conditions.
Gerber UVGuard is a custom-formulated, 1-mil, clear, TEDLAR® polyvinyl fluoride
(PVF) laminating film designed to further expand the resistance to weathering of printed
graphics for up to five years.
Gerber UVGuard™ 9 manufactured by 3M is a 2-mil, glossy, clear, mildew-resistant,
polyvinyl fluoride laminating film with a petrochemical-resistant adhesive system. It is designed
to further expand the resistance to weathering of printed graphics up to nine years. Gerber
UVGuard 9 has the highest protection from UV fade.
Gerber StrikeGuard™ is an 8.0-mil, clear, glossy overlaminate film designed for a variety
of applications. This heavy-duty overlaminate film is ideal for the protection of graphics, up to
two years, and is especially beneficial where printed graphics experience severe handling
and forceful impact. Gerber StrikeGuard is not recommended in applications that
require petrochemical protection or where additional UV or vandal resistance is desired.
Abrasion Guard SPF (Sign Protection Formula) is a clear, top-coat GerberColor
Finishing Series (GCF) Foil designed for use with EDGE® Series thermal transfer printing
systems, to protect graphics from moderate contact and exposure to harmful effects of UV
rays. It has an expected performance life of up to five years (when printed by itself).
When applied as a protective overprint on other GerberColor Foils, Abrasion Guard SPF will
extend the life of the base color by up to 30%.
CUTTING
Series 280i can be cut on any 15-inch EDGE-compatible sprocketed plotter using a 30°
blade. When using a GS15 plus™ plotter, a 45° tangential blade is recommended. See FF#
5252.
Excess film should be weeded within 24 hours of cutting to minimize the effect of adhesive flow.
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SUBSTRATE PREPARATION
Before applying your graphic, wash the surface of your substrate with warm water and
detergent. Do not use soaps or other cleaners with lotions or creams as they will leave a
residue. Thoroughly rinse the surface and allow it to dry completely.
Saturate a clean paper towel with a solvent-based cleaner and wipe the substrate surface. Be
certain to follow all manufacturer safety guidelines when using any solvent. Dry the surface with
a lint-free paper towel before the solvent evaporates.
If applying to glass, wipe the surface with a 2to1 mixture of water and isopropyl alcohol. Glass
temperatures can vary across the surface. These temperature variations can produce stresses,
which may cause the glass to break. Use caution when applying to glass.
Some polycarbonate substrates may weaken when certain vinyl films are applied to them.
Because of this possibility, the user will need to determine if safety items such as helmets,
safety shields, and some windshields are compatible with their vinyl’s adhesive.
Many paint systems (e.g. two-part urethane) and some plastic substrates will outgas if they are
not fully cured. Outgassing can cause permanent bubbling in most films; substrates should be
tested for outgassing prior to final application. Plastics should be dried at 150ºF (66ºC) for 24
hours prior to application to help avoid outgassing.
APPLICATION TECHNIQUES
Only dry application method should be used with Series 280i and panels should be overlapped
by 0.1 inch. Gerber standard tack application tape is recommended for all EDGE-printed
applications.
MAINTENANCE
To clean printed graphics, use a mild, non-abrasive soap with a soft cloth or sponge. Avoid
using alcohol-based cleansers or soaps containing grit or abrasives. Automated vehicle washing
systems that use rotary cleaning brushes should also be avoided.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Property English Units Metric Units
Dimensional Stability 0.015 in 0.4 mm
Service temperature range -30F to 200F -34C to 93C
Tensile Strength 11 lb/in at 73F 2.0 kg/cm at 23C
Minimum Application
Temperature
55F (flat w/o rivets)
60F (flat w/ rivets)
13C (flat w/o rivets)
16C (flat w/ rivets)
ADHESION CHARACTERISTICS (24 HOURS AFTER APPLICATION)
Substrate English Units Metric Units
Aluminum, anodized 5 lb/in 0.09 kg/cm
Aluminum, etched 5 lb/in 0.09 kg/cm
FRP 3.9 lb/in 0.7 kg/cm
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Fruehauf prepainted panels 4.5 lb/in 0.08 kg/cm
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
Series 280i Reflective film is resistant to mild acids, mild alkalis and salts. Material has excellent
water resistance.
RETRO REFLECTION
At a -4 entrance angle and a 0.2 observation angle, unprinted film Series 280i has the
following typical coefficient of retro reflection. It is expressed in candlepower per foot-candle per
square foot (candela/lux/square meter) per ASTME 810.
The entrance angle is formed by a light beam striking the surface at a point and at a line that is
perpendicular to the surface at the same point.
An observation angle is formed by the light beam striking the reflective surface and returning to
the observer. From 800 feet (249 meters), a motorist normally views a graphic at 0.2 angle.
Typical Coefficient of Retro Reflection 100
RELATED LITERATURE
Refer to Product Bulletins of relevant foils and materials for product-specific handling,
production, and finishing information.
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