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
Request informationBenefits
- 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
Contact: +1 508 885 8200
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]) | Mils | Microns |
|---|---|---|
| Total Product | 4.45 | |
| Film | 2.3 +/- 10% | 58 |
| Adhesive | 0.5-0.6 +/- 0.1 | 13-15 +/- 3 |
| Liner | 1.2 +/- 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 from | Average Oz/In | (N/m) |
|---|---|---|
| Stainless Steel | 30 | 330 |
| Polyester | 24 | 264 |
Test Method: ASTM D 903 (Modified for 72 hour dwell time)
| Additional Properties | Value | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Shear (hours) | 10 | ASTM D 3654 Method A (1 hr. dwell, 1 sq. in. surface, 4 lb. load) |
| Tack (g) | 500 | ASTM D 2979 |
| Expected Exterior Life | Indoor 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 Stability | Two years when stored at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity |
Product Details
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | Permanent |
| Product Agency | Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) |
| Color Family | White |
| Converting | Roll Form |
| Film Family | N/A |
| Master Web Width | 76 |
| Other Available Widths | N/A |
| Print Technology | Flexographic - Water, Letterpress - UV, Inkjet - UV Narrow Format, Flexographic - Solvent, Flexographic - UV, Offset - UV, Screen - UV, Hot Stamping |
| Surface Type | PET |
| Surface Treatment | Flame Treat, Mold Release Agent, Corona Treat |
| Surface Texture | Smooth |
| Surface Profile | Compound Curve, Concave, Convex, Recess, Rigid, Flat |
Product Performance and Suitability
Descriptive information, performance data, and recommendations for Flexcon products are guides and not specifications.
Providing this information is to assist you and does not constitute a warranty of any kind by Flexcon.
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.
