What are the specifications for the thickness of PET printable film?How to choose the right PET printable film for you？

The thickness specifications of PET printable film are more diverse, and the following are common:

 - Ultra-thin type: the thickness is usually between 12-25μm, such as 12μm, 16μm, 19μm, 23μm, 25μm, etc., which is commonly used in the insulation layer of high-end electronic products and self-adhesive label face material.

- Conventional type: the thickness is generally in the range of 50-125μm, including 50μm, 75μm, 100μm, 125μm and other specifications, applicable to the touch screen protective film, printing and packaging laminates.

- Thickened type: the thickness is around 150-350μm, such as 150μm, 188μm, 250μm, 300μm, 350μm, which can be used for mechanical equipment protective cover, industrial windows and so on.

 In addition, there are some special thickness specifications, such as 3.5 silk (0.035mm), 10 silk (0.1mm), 20 silk (0.2mm) and so on. Different manufacturers may offer customized thickness services to meet specific needs.

When choosing the right PET printable film for you, you need to choose according to your specific needs, taking into account printing requirements, application scenarios, environmental factors and other aspects. The following is a detailed selection guide to help you find the right PET printable film for you: 

 Determine printing needs

 - Printing method: Different printing methods have different requirements for PET printable films. For example, inkjet printing requires a film with good ink absorption; laser printing requires a film that can withstand high temperatures.

- Resolution: according to the required printing accuracy to choose the appropriate resolution of PET printable film, common 300dpi, 600dpi, 1200dpi, etc.. If used for fine pattern printing, you can choose 600dpi or higher resolution film.

- Color requirements: If the color reproduction and saturation requirements are high, you should choose a PET printable film that can support full-color printing and good color performance.

 Consider the application scenarios

 - Packaging: For food and drug packaging, choose PET printable film that meets the relevant food safety standards; for cosmetic packaging, choose a film with certain waterproof and moisture-proof properties.

- Advertising: to make posters, light box film, etc., you can choose PET printable film with high transparency and strong color expression.

- Electronic and electrical appliances: as electronic equipment labels or protective film, need to consider the film's chemical resistance, abrasion resistance and anti-static properties.

 Focus on the characteristics of the film

 - Physical properties: According to the actual use, choose PET printable film with appropriate thickness, strength, flexibility and transparency. If it is used to pack items that need to be folded or bent, choose a film with good flexibility.

- Chemical stability: If the use of the environment has acid, alkali and other chemicals, or contact with organic solvents, you need to choose a strong chemical resistance PET printable film.

- Thermal stability: If you will encounter a high temperature environment during the printing or use process, choose a film that has good thermal stability and is not easily deformed.

 Consider cost factors

 - Price: The price of PET printable film varies with different brands, specifications and performance, so choose the right product according to your budget under the premise of meeting the usage requirements.

- Service life: Consider the durability and service life of the film to avoid increasing costs due to frequent replacement.

Choose a reliable supplier

- Reputation and word-of-mouth: Choose a supplier with a good reputation and word-of-mouth in the market, which can be learned by checking user reviews and consulting peers.

- Product quality: Ensure that the PET printable film provided by the supplier is of stable quality and meets the relevant standards and requirements.

- After-sales service: choose suppliers who can provide good after-sales service, such as timely technical support, return and exchange services.