FLX068849

Flexcon® OptiFlex® EcoFocus® PP 230 H White TC-458 V-52RE TracRite™ 120

2.3 mil hard white polypropylene (BOPP) with wash-off adhesive that enables recycling of PET containers

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Benefits

  • Polypropylene is more economical and conformable than polyester and provides a good diecutting base
  • Excellent surface smoothness allows for optimum ink laydown
  • Adhesive separates cleanly from PET flake during the recycling process allowing for the collection of rPET
  • Product has been 3rd party tested for Higher Pressure Processing (HPP) and adhesive was found to have the necessary strength and compatibility to withstand the HPP conditions
  • APR Critical Guidance Recognition - Flexcon's undecorated OptiFlex® EcoFocus® PP 230 H White TC pressure-sensitive labels, with V-52RE adhesive meet or exceed APR's Critical Guidance Protocol for Clear PET Articles with Labels and Closures.
  • Order custom widths without purchasing a whole master through Flexcon® FlexChoice™ for Packaging

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Features

  • Topcoated 2.3 mil white polypropylene offers excellent resistance to shrinkage, moisture, humidity, and product contents
  • Film conformability for rigid containers provides maximum label and graphic coverage
  • Printable via UV, solvent & water flexo, narrow-format UV inkjet, roll-form dry toner, UV rotary screen, UV letterpress and hot stamping
  • High-performance adhesive adheres well to PET containers
  • Polyester release liner for excellent on-press performance for tight-registration graphics & contains up to 60% post industrial recycled content

Technical Data

Physical Properties

Thickness (Mils [microns]) MilsMicrons
Film 2.3 +/- 10%58
Adhesive 0.5-0.6 +/- 0.113-15 +/- 3
Liner1.2 +/- 5%30

Test Method: ASTM D 3652 (Modified for use with non-tape products)

Dimensional Stability (%)Value
MD No shrinkage observed
TD

Test Method: Applied Shrinkage: 24 hour dwell time on aluminum panel then 24 hours at 160°F (71°C)

Adhesion Properties

Ultimate Peel fromAverage Oz/In(N/m)
Stainless Steel30330
Polyester24264

Test Method: ASTM D 903 (Modified for 72 hour dwell time)

Additional PropertiesValueTest Method
Expected Shear10ASTM D 3654 Method A (1 hr. dwell, 1 sq. in. surface, 4 lb. load)
Tack500ASTM D 2979
Expected Exterior LifeIndoor use only
Additional Information
Service Temperature -40°F to 212°F (-40°C to 100°C)
Minimum Application Temperature 20°F (-6.6°C)
Storage StabilityTwo years when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity

Product Details

TitleDescription
AdhesivePermanent
Product AgencyAssociation of Plastic Recyclers (APR)
Color FamilyWhite
ConvertingRoll Form
Film FamilyN/A
Master Web Width76
Other Available WidthsN/A
Print TechnologyFlexographic - Water, Letterpress - UV, Inkjet - UV Narrow Format, Flexographic - Solvent, Flexographic - UV, Offset - UV, Screen - UV, Hot Stamping
Surface TypePET
Surface TreatmentFlame Treat, Mold Release Agent, Corona Treat
Surface TextureSmooth
Surface ProfileCompound Curve, Concave, Convex, Recess, Rigid, Flat

Product Performance and Suitability

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Purchasers must independently determine the material’s suitability for their intended use. No distributor, salesman, or representative of Flexcon is authorized to provide any warranty or guarantee beyond what is stated. FLEXCON MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, OR TRADE USAGE.