GBC Arctic Products

These are pressure-sensitive films activated by pressure rather than heat, which makes them well suited to heat-sensitive materials like certain photographic prints or thermal-printed graphics that could distort under a heated roller. If your laminator is heat-only, confirm it also supports pressure-sensitive film application, since not every roll laminator is built to run both film types effectively. 3. What does "dura mount" actually add compared to a standard mounting adhesive? Dura Mount uses a durable polyester carrier designed for stronger adhesion and longer-term durability compared to a standard mounting adhesive, which matters for pieces meant to stay mounted long-term rather than temporary displays. If you're mounting graphics meant to be swapped out seasonally, a standard adhesive may be more practical and cost-effective. For long-term durability, Arctic Dura Mount uses a stronger adhesive base built specifically for permanent installations rather than short-lived signage.

UV Cast is specifically formulated with UV protection to guard against sun-related fading, making it a reasonable choice for both indoor use and short-term outdoor applications like temporary signage or promotional displays. For long-term, permanent outdoor installations exposed to sun and weather year-round, confirm the specific film's outdoor duration rating, since "short-term outdoor" durability differs meaningfully from multi-year exterior signage requirements.

Core size and roll width both need to match your laminator's specifications, since these films come in multiple widths and are generally built around a 3" core. A film with the correct core but the wrong width for your laminator's maximum rated capacity won't run correctly, and vice versa. Your laminator's spec sheet needs to match both figures before you order a specific Arctic film finish, or you risk ending up with a roll that doesn't fit your equipment.