Datasheet
Application Ideas and Procedures
Xerox Wide Format Supplies Applications Guide
Version 2.0; April 2005
77
Tin • Including alloys of tin, copper, magnesium, lead: Not recommended.
Stainless
Steel
• Stainless steel substrates tend to maintain cold surface temperatures longer then most substrates. The use of a heater immedi-
ately before and after application accelerates bond.
MDF/Wood • Generally not recommended.
Etched
Aluminum,
ABS,
Acrylics
(eg.
Plexiglass
®
)
• Use high quality exterior grade paints.
galvanized
Steel
• To ensure the substrate is properly galvanized, it is recommended to test all lots of galvanized steel. The following prepared
solution is recommended:
• Prepare 1 molar solution of copper sulphate (25g of CuSO
4
mixed in 1 litre of deionised or purified water). Apply solution
to the substrate using a dry clean rag. Surface is properly galvanized if solution turns ‘black’ - continue with preparation
procedures. A resulting ‘copper’ color indicates lack of galvanizing - do not use steel sheet.
• Preparation of galvanized steel: Remove any zinc oxide, zinc hydroxide, and the like from the surface by mechanically
brushing the surface with a plastic abrasive pad. Degrease with a petroleum-distillate solvent such as Heptane, wipe surface
with a clean dry cloth. Wipe surface with isopropyl alcohol, and dry with a clean dry cloth before solvent evaporates.
8.6 Other Surface Instructions
Poly-
carbonate
(i.e. Lexan
®
)
• Using a soft, clean, lint free cloth, wipe the surface with isopropyl alcohol, wipe substrate dry BEFORE solvent evaporates.
IMPORTANT: Failure to properly prepare polycarbonate before over-lamination may result in severe air bubbles. Test for
out-gassing by applying a small sample of film intended to be used to the polycarbonate, then oven bake the applied
sample for 18 to 24 hours at 149°F to 158°F (65°C to 70°C). Resulting bubbles under the vinyl indicates out-gassing.
If out-gassing occurs, application of vinyl to the polycarbonate is not recommended or warranted.
Fiberglass • Using a soft, clean, lint free cloth, wipe the surface with isopropyl alcohol, and wipe substrate dry BEFORE solvent
evaporates.
IMPORTANT: Failure to properly prepare before over-lamination may result in severe air bubbles. Test for out-gassing by
applying a small sample of film intended to be used to the fiberglass, allow to set at room temperature for 24 hours or
oven bake for 3 hours at 149°F (65°C). If bubbles appear, out-gassing is occurring. Cure for 5 days at 140°F (60°C) and
repeat test.
Glass
Preparation
• Glass must be perfectly clean. Remove any tape, stickers, paint, or stain overspray, using a single edge razor blade scraper
and/or a 4" razor blade scraper (available at most hardware stores).
• Spray the glass with cleaning solution once more, dry using a soft rubber window squeegee. Wipe the edges using lint-free cloth.
• NOTE: Wetting the glass with cleaning solution (DuPont Prepsol or isopropyl alcohol) will reduce the chance of scratching the
surface during the scraping process. Use a fresh blade for each job. Check the blade for imperfections that may cause scratches.