Difference Between Thermal Based and Water Based Lamination

It is common knowledge that thermal-based and water-based laminated plastics are types of laminated plastics that are often used in the printing industry. Usually this type of plastic is chosen based on the machine owned and the quantity of work. So, what is the difference between thermal and water-based lamination? Scroll down to find out more explanation!!

Differences Between Thermal-Based and Water-Based Lamination Plastics

Here are some of the differences between thermal-based and water-based laminated plastics that you need to know:

1. Lamination Process

The thermal-based and water-based lamination processes have very striking differences. The most prominent difference lies in the glue system.
In the thermal-based plastic type, the plastic material used already includes the glue content, so the lamination process only requires heating the plastic which will then be attached to the mold being worked on.
While the water-based lamination process requires additional materials in the form of laminating glue and the process is more complicated because of the adhesion between the glue and the plastic.

2. Plastic Thickness

The thickness of these two types of plastic is also different, Water-based plastic is generally thinner because it does not contain glue. While thermal-based plastic is thicker because it contains glue.

3. Production Cost

The production cost of these two types of laminated plastics tends not to have a higher difference. The reason is, the production cost of thermal-based plastic is more expensive because the lamination process is faster than water-based.

4. Machine Maintenance

In terms of machine maintenance, the parts used for the water-based lamination process are easier because the container for holding the glue can be washed immediately after use.

5. Machine Operation

The operating system of the thermal-based lamination machine is simpler than that of water-based lamination plastic.
In the thermal-based lamination plastic process, only the heat strength of the roll is considered.
While in the water-based lamination plastic process, it is necessary to pay attention to 2 things, namely the strength of the roll press and the thickness of the glue.
Because the operation is more complicated, usually every printing business owner sets a minimum quantity for customers who want to order product lamination with a water-based system.

Conclusion

That's the difference between thermal and water-based lamination. If you want to buy quality thermal or water-based laminated plastic, Pelangi UV provides various sizes of laminated plastic. We also provide FDA Approved lamination services so they are suitable for food packaging.

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