Nimbus Grey Gloss Vinyl M7-125, Metamark 7 Series, self-adhesive, sticky back polymeric sign making vinyl
This is Nimbus Grey Gloss Vinyl M7-125 Vinyl, Metamark 7 Series.
This is not cheap monomeric, this is a high quality polymeric calendered vinyl, this is the most durable vinyl, it is less prone to shrinkage, found in monomeric vinyl’s.
Pro's of higher quality polymeric vinyl:
1. Far Longer life span than any monomerics vinyl’s
2. Virtually no shrinkage, unlike monomeric vinyl
3. Ideal for flat and slightly curved applications
4. A thicker film, will make easier handling
5. Usually 75 microns thick
6. Expected life span is 8 Years externally, internally 15 years +
Typical Applications
The range offers excellent cutting and weeding characteristics, and exterior durability of up to 8 years making it ideal for use on external applications including vehicle graphics and exterior sign applications.
Application Guidelines
May be applied with a wet or dry application.
Apply unstressed, in particular to curves and recesses. It is not suitable for application over rivets or complex recesses.
Face Film
Face Film: Polymeric calendered PVC
Gauge: 70 micron nominal
Tensile Strength 47N/25mm MD / 43N/25mm TD
Elongation at break 180% MD nominal
Shrinkage -0.5% MD max / -0.2% TD max
Adhesive
Type solvent-based acrylic
Weight 22gsm nominal
Adhesion to glass 20 mins 15N/25mm nominal
Adhesion to glass 24 hour 20N/25mm nominal
Perceived tack Medium
Shear strength Medium to high
Application temperature +5°C to +60°C
Service temperature -30°C to +110°C
Release Liner
Type Kraft paper
Printed Metamark 7 Series in Purple print
Gauge 145 mym nominal
Weight 140 gsm nominal
Finishes
Finishes Available 55 gloss and 2 mat
Durability
External weathering 8 years for black and white, 7 years for
colours and 5 years for metallics
Fire Rating Class B. BS EN 13501-1:2007
BS 6853:1999 Cat1a&b (Passenger Rail)
EN ISO 5659-2 (Goods Rail Vehicles)
ISO 5658-2 (Goods Rail Vehicles)
Chemical Resistance
Resistant to mineral oils, fats and
fuels, aliphatic solvents, mild acids, salt
and alkali for e.g. diesel oil, gasoline,
paraffin, hydraulic oil, antifreeze, soap
suds etc.
