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News Release from: Sabic Innovative Plastics | Subject: Ultem WH217 film
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 29 May 2006
Film fits bill for RoHS-compliant labels
Ultem WH217 film meets UL94VTMO flame requirements without the use of halogenated additives, enabling the material to comply with European RoHS standards.
"To track electronic or automotive components with speed and precision, OEMs need bar code labels that can be read accurately the first time", said Nick Abbatiello, GE - Plastics' Industry Manager, High Performance Film "In the past, it was usually necessary to modify translucent films to prevent the substrate under the label from showing through and to improve print contrast"
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 26 Feb 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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"Now, with GE's opaque Ultem WH217 film, this step isn't needed - and that may save our customers time and money".
GE's Ultem WH217 film meets UL94VTMO flame requirements without the use of halogenated additives, enabling the material to comply with European RoHS standards, making it an excellent candidate for electronic applications.
It offers excellent tear strength to prevent label damage during processing, and high temperature resistance for demanding applications such as printed circuit boards.
In addition, the smoothness of the surface of the film may improve the print quality of the label.
For label manufacturers, GE's Ultem WH217 film provides consistent thickness (+/-10% gauge control at 50um) that helps ensure even application of label adhesive or clear coatings that may be needed for print receptivity with certain inks.
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