Ever Etched Cal is a 3-mil (75 micron) calendered printable etched glass vinyl with FLITE Technology®. Etched glass vinyl is a more cost effective way to simulate sandblasting or etching that allows flexibility with design and can add an added layer of privacy. Ever Etched Cal is ideal for short term to medium term applications on glass, windows, mirrors, partitions, and displays. With the added benefit of the lite contact system of FLITE Technology combined with air egress channels, bubbles and wrinkles are minimized and a more efficient installation can be expected. Arlon recommends installing Ever Etched Cal using a Dry Application Technique. Ever Etched Cal is rated for an indoor durability up to 7 years (unprinted). Perimeter and exterior graphics are rated for up to a 5 year durability (unprinted). Printed durability is dependent on the ink system used.
*Pre-mask recommended for installation when Eco-Solvent or Solvent printed
| Property |
Test Methods |
Typical Value |
| Surface Finish |
Gloss Meter 60° Reflection |
6 to 20 Gloss Units |
| Thickness |
Micrometer, Federal Bench Type |
3-mil (75 micron) |
| Tensile Strength |
Tensile Tester with 2-in (51 mm) jaw separation; crosshead speed of 12 in/min. (5.1 mm/s), web direction |
≥ 10 lb/in |
≥ 1.79 kg/cm |
| Elongation |
Instron Tensile Tester as above |
≥ 150% |
| Shelf Life (In Box) |
Ideal storage temperature 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity |
2 years from factory shipment |
| Application Temperature Range |
On clean, dry substrate |
60°F to 90°F |
10°C to 30°C |
| Service Temperature Range |
Applied to etched aluminum panels 24 hours prior to testing. 100% relative humidity 100° (38°) for 500 hours |
40°F to 100°F |
4.5°C to 37°C |
| Dimensional Stability |
158°F (70°C), 48 hours aging |
10-mil to 30-mil |
0.25 mm to 0.75 mm |
| Peel Adhesion |
PSTC-1, 15 min, 70°F (21°C) |
1.6 lb/in |
0.30 kg/cm |
| Liner Release |
TLMI Release at 90°, 300 in/min (760cm/min) |
90 g/2 in |
20 g/cm |
INSTALLATION
Ever Etched Cal is recommended for Dry Application only. Due to the air channels in the adhesive, application fluid will be trapped in the channels leaving an undesired appearance after application that will not disappear overtime if wet application is used.
APPLICATION TO GLASS
Arlon accepts no liability for glass breakage. Glass may break under the stresses caused by temperature changes across the surface, which could be amplified by the application of vinyl film.
Terms & Conditions
The following is made in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied:
All statements, technical information and recommendations published by Arlon relating to Arlon products are based on tests believed to be reliable and within the accuracy of the equipment used to obtain the specific values. Their accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed and Arlon makes no warranty with regard thereto. Seller’s and manufacturer’s only responsibility shall be to replace any quantity of the product proved defective. Seller and manufacturer shall not be liable for injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising out of use or the inability to use the product. Nor shall seller or manufacturer be liable for any costs or expenses incurred in the processing or printing on the product. Before using, user shall determine the suitability of the product for its intended use. User assumes all risk and liability of every nature in connection therewith. No statements or recommendations other than those contained in the technical information published by Arlon shall have force or effect unless contained in an agreement manually signed by the officers of seller and manufacturer.
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