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What is the Proper Laminating Temperature for Laminating Pouches?

sourcehttp://www.laminationbasics.com/

time2016/05/30

The adhesive in the thermal laminating film that is used to make laminating pouches activates at varying temperatures depending upon three factors: the type of adhesive used, the thickness of the laminate, and whether a carrier sheet is being used.  The chart below illustrates the approximate temperature at which the adhesive in the laminating pouch is activated and is ready to adhere to your insert document.  Since some laminators are made outside of the U.S. and list measurements in microns (Mic) and centigrade (C), they are also listed for your reference.

id laminating pouches

 3 Mil (75 Mic)5 Mil (125 Mic)7 Mil (175 Mic)10 Mil (250 Mic)
Without a Carrier230° F (110° C)248° F (120° C)257° F (125° C)284° F (140° C)
With a Carrier230° F (110° C)248° F (120° C)284° F (140° C)302° F (150° C)