Mactac 5529 BFD PRO

Description

Mactac 5529 BFD PRO

Mactac 5529 BFD PRO
2.1 Mil Polymeric Gloss White Inkjet Opaque Vinyl.
• 10 year outdoor durability, unprinted.
• Bright white gloss for vivid prints.
• Aggressive, permanent, grey opaque, acrylic adhesive with air-egress, removable within 5 years.
• Lay flat polycoated 2-side release liner.
• Great for vehicle and fleet wraps.
• MACTac suggests laminating with PERMACOLOR RAYZor™ laminates LF3638 Matte or LF3648 Gloss.
• Higher initial tack than 5529BFD.
• Print compatibility: Solvent, Eco-Solvent, UV, Latex, Screen Print.

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PRODUCT: IMAGin®

JT5529BFD Pro

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: JT5529BFD Pro is a 2.1-mil soft white gloss, highly conformable,
laminated PVC film designed for solvent-based ink jet printing. The product is coated on one side with
repositionable yet aggressive, permanent, opaque, acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive with air egress
technology and supplied with an 80# polycoated 2-side release liner. JT5529BFD Pro designed for use
by experienced applicators for long-term outdoor, vehicle markings on flat, curved, complex and
riveted surfaces. Use of the correct overlaminate will extend the life of the graphic. Graphics
manufactured using IMAGin B-Free vinyl and PSA over-laminating film when applied over rivets may
result in some tenting and lifting around the rivet and does not constitute a breach in warranty.
TYPICAL VALUE*
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: TEST METHOD

Peel Adhesion, lb. /in. (N/25mm) FTM – 1
180° on glass – 15min 2.3 (10.0)
– 30 min. 2.5 (10.5)
– 24 hr. 2.7±0.7 (12±3)

Quick Tack on Glass, lb. /in² (N/25mm) 4.1±0. 7 (18±3) FTM – 9

Dimensional Stability, (%) FTM – 14
48 hours @ 158°F max 0.5 10” x 10” Sample
bonded to aluminum.
Temperature Ranges,
Minimum Application: 50°F (+10°C)
End Use: -58° to 194°F (-50° to 90°C)

Flammability Self-extinguishing ISO 3795

Salt Water Spray ASTM B 117-03
100 hours @ 5% solution no change

Water Immersion
100 hours immersed @ RT no change

INTENDED FOR: Wide format, eco-solvent, solvent-based, latex and UV-cured inkjet printing and UV
ink screen printing. To achieve the best possible print quality, please make sure that the correct ICC
profiles or printer settings are used. Profiles can be obtained from our Distributors or can be downloaded
from www.mactac.com/graphics . Printer and heater settings and ICC profiles can also be downloaded
from some O.E.M. or software manufacturer’s websites. JT5529BFD Pro can also be screen printed.

The ICC profiles are provided solely as a customer resource. Print environments, the individual nature of
printing systems, inks and software can significantly affect output. It is the customer’s responsibility to
determine the suitability of any profile for use in their specific print environment.

NOT INTENDED FOR: Cut lettering applications. Use non-air-egress products for these applications.
Note: UV inks typically crack when stretched, and are not appropriate for conformable applications.

1) The user is responsible for determining the product’s suitability, including adhesion and if
needed, removal characteristics when used in applications other than listed specifically in
this Performance Guide.

2) If there are any questions about applications, please contact your MACtac sales
representative to discuss your requirements for recommendations.

3) If this is a printed Performance Guide it is an uncontrolled document. Please check the
MACtac website for the latest, most up-to-date version.

DURABILITY: The outdoor durability of the unprinted film is 10 years. Over lamination of the inkjet-

printed material with Permacolor®
RAYZor overlaminates delays eventual color fading that may occur
over time. This color fading is mainly dependent upon the quality of the inks (see technical data sheets
given by the ink manufacturers), the pressure sensitive media being used and the region in which the
graphics are to be displayed.

MACtac requires the registration of a completed and signed Inspection Report for each vehicle wrap in
the unlikely event of a future claim. This report identifies any potential problem areas and clearly defines
the obligations between the applicator and the vehicle owner. A completed copy of the inspection report
and the appropriate vehicle template must be on file at MACtac prior to application. The inspection
report is attached at the end of the Application Guide TA2501 and the B-Free Vehicle Warranty
MAC2588 which are available on the MACtac website at www.mactac.com/graphics . Registration
acknowledges that your company has received the Application Guide and a copy of this warranty and
agrees to all the requirements and limitations outlined in these documents.

REMOVABILITY: JT5529BFD Pro, when laminated, is cleanly removable for up to five years after
application with high heat. “Clean Removability” means that when removing the emblem, the pressure
sensitive film will leave less than 20% of the adhesive on the substrate. Some substrates are affected by
the application of the JT5529BFD Pro such as; acrylic glass, polycarbonate, polystyrene, nitro-cellulose
paints and plasticized PVC’s. Besides damaging the substrate, subsequent removal could be difficult.

RECOMMENDATIONS:
Always test your combination of JT5000 products, inks and laminating films prior to commercial use.
1) Printing Conditions: Print in conditioned pressroom at ±73°F (23°C) and 50% RH. The maximum allowable
ink saturation is 270%.
2) Drying Step: It is critical the JT5529BFD Pro print is properly dried prior to laminating or application. While
this is important in all solvent inkjet prints it’s especially so with JT5529BFD. We strongly recommend leaving
the print open to the air (not rolled up in a tube) for a minimum of 24 hours prior to lamination or application.
For average ink saturation (i.e.: 270%). Higher levels of ink will require additional drying time up to 48 hours
or more. Residual solvents in the vinyl and adhesive will negatively affect the bubble free properties of the
adhesive and can result in a significant build or loss in adhesion resulting in potential substrate or graphic
failure and/or more residual adhesive being left behind upon removal. Additional hot air drying or IR drying
will speed up the drying process and shorten the overall drying time.
3) UV ink screen printing: Use Nazdar 3500 series UV cured inks. Follow the ink manufacturers processing
instructions.
4) Printing with UV inks both inkjet and Screen, will significantly reduce the stretch ability of this film and may
result in cracking or lifting out of the deeper wall recesses and is not a warranty failure.
5) Laminating Conditions: Ensure print is perfectly dry. Material must have 24 – 48 hr. drying time open to the
air, not rolled up in a tube, prior to lamination or transportation. If the printed graphic is likely to be exposed to
corrosive liquids, smoke, fumes, and highly polluted areas or there is a likelihood of scratching, it is highly
recommended to laminate with Permacolor LF3640 series (RAYZor) overlaminating films. Please be aware
that adding an overlaminate will significantly reduce conformability to complex surfaces.
6) Clear Coat Options: Nazdar 3529 clear coat is the only clear coat approved as an alternate to RAYZor
overlaminating films for long term image protection.
7) Application Tape: Use of an application tape (transfer tape) is not recommended or needed if an overlaminate
is used. If you must use an application tape, use one with a Stainless Steel adhesion of no greater than 4 – 6
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: The information given and the recommendations made herein are based on our research and are believed to be accurate, but no
guarantee of their accuracy or completeness is made. In every case, user shall determine before using any product in full scale production, or in any way,
whether such product is suitable for user’s intended use for their particular purpose under their own operating conditions. User assumes all risk and liability
whatsoever in connection with their use of any product. The products discussed herein are sold without any warranty as to merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, or any other warranty, express or implied. No representative of ours has any authority to waive or change the foregoing provisions, and
no statement or recommendation not contained herein shall have any force of effect unless in an agreement signed by the officers of seller and
manufacturer. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to imply the nonexistence of any relevant patents or to constitute a permission, inducement or
recommendation to practice any invention covered by any patent without authority from the owner of the patent. The following is made in lieu of all
warranties, express or implied: Seller’s and manufacturer’s only obligation shall be to replace or credit such quantity of the product proved to be defective
at its discretion.

oz/in. Upon removal of the application tape, you must heat and re-squeegee all edges. Failure to do this will
result in edge lifting.
8) Not recommended surfaces includes, but is not limited to; rubber and plastic, aged paint (chalking) and
metals (corrosion or oxidation), improperly cured paint, surfaces with poor paint-to-surface adhesion, over
existing graphics that must remain upon removal, oily surfaces, unpainted wood, etc.
9) Transportation Conditions: To allow for easy transportation, IMAGin JT5000 series can be rolled up, with
the image out, with a minimum diameter of 6 inches (15cm). When the image is not protected by an
overlaminate, make sure the print is completely dry and protected in a plastic bag. During transportation or
storage, avoid exposing them to extreme temperature and humidity changes.
10) Removing JT5529BFD Pro: Heat the vinyl to approx. 160° – 180°F using a heat gun or propane torch or a
weed burner for large areas (be careful not to burn the vinyl or the substrate). Pull off the BFD in small pieces.
Listen to the sound of the vinyl as it’s pulled off. The noise level will increase as the vinyl and adhesive cools.
At a certain level (experience is the best teacher) you will know when it is time to re-heat. This will help you
prevent paint failure as you pull the graphic off. Any adhesive residue can be removed using a towel soaked in
alcohol or other commercially available adhesive remover. Be sure to follow manufacturer’s directions and use
personal protective gear.

SHELF LIFE:
2 years from D.O.M. when stored at 60/77°F (15/25°C) and 50% relative humidity in the original
package.

• Values given are typical and are not necessarily for use in specification.
• Latest change is indicated by bold, italicized font.

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