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Q & A for Polyester Opaque Paper

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What is Polyester Opaque Paper?

Polyester Opaque Paper is high density Polyethylene substrate coated on both sides.


What are its characteristics?

Very durable, almost completely tear proof, resistant to most oils and chemicals, very water resistant, and very easy to print on.


What printing processes are most suitable for Polyester Papers?

Polyester Papers are best suited to work with any type of Toner Based Laser Printers. They work great with both WET-TONER and DRY-TONER technology printers.
Polyester Papers can withstand fuser heat up to 490-500°F (255-260°C). 


Will Poly Papers run on any Home Office / Desktop Laser Printers?

Yes, Poly Papers are designed for Laser Printers. Any Home Office or Desktop Laser printers can be used to print on Poly Papers.However, care should be taken to make sure the printer is set up properly to print on a FILM. This can done by going into PROPERTIES Section of the Print Settings and changing the Paper type to Film. 

Please call our Technical team to help you in case of any issues or doubt.


Will Polyester Paper run on Copiers?

Yes, Poly Papers will run great on Laser Copiers.
However, there are INKJET COPIERS also - Poly Papers WILL-NOT work on Inkjet based Copiers.


Is Polyester Paper printable by Inkjet Printer?

Poly Papers can be printed by UV INKJET PRINTERS. For other technologies (Solvent, Eco-Solvent or Aqueous) Poly Paper will need specific treatment.
Poly Paper CANNOT be printed by Home Based/ Desktop Inkjet Printers.


How long does Polyester Paper take to dry?

Poly Paper is much faster than any other plastics available. When printed with a Toner based Laser printer, they dry instantly. However, it is a good idea to give the print 2 - 5 minutes after printing to fully fuse.


Can Poly Paper be made available in custom-size?

Poly Paper can be supplied in custom sizes, subject to size required, and quantity needed. Please contact our Sales Team for more information. OR email your query to admin@stuff4print.com.


Can you write on Polyester Paper with a Pen?

Poly Papers are coated on both sides. This coating allows for WRITE-ON features which allows you to write on Poly Paper with any Ball Point or Felt Tip pens. Sharpie Brand of pens is found to be best suited to work on our papers. 

 


Advice in this page is based on practical field experience and given in good faith, but stuff4print.com may not be held liable for loss or damage arising from action based on this information.


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