Polyester Laminated to Linear Low Density Polyethylene (PTCL) PTCL and PTWH films are a lamination of 48 gauge PET to a clear or white LLDPE sealant layer. The material provides excellent stiffness and gloss for maximum brand impact. It is frequently used in stand-up pouches or other pouches where superior retail appeal is desired. Typical applications include food (fresh and frozen), medical, and a variety of industrial products. The lamination process traps the ink between the layers of film, guarding it from external sources of abrasion. Laminated film is also ideal for protecting print when the packaged product contains a chemical that could react negatively with surface printing. In addition to protecting the ink, lamination enhances the color and gloss of the bag. Genuine Autobag® bags-on-a-roll and SidePouch® specialty bags and stand up pouches are system-matched and guaranteed to run on all Automated Packaging Systems’ bagging equipment. User Benefits Typical Applications · Protects ink from abrasion and chemical breakdown · Improved shelf appeal · Good clarity and strength · Excellent tear characteristics · Very good barrier properties · Food · Medical · Retail · Automotive · Crafts · Any application where print protection is critical · Any application where easy tear properties are desired PTCL PTWH Technical Specifications Compliances: FDA 21 CFR 177.1350 FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 Press Printing: Yes Imprinting: Yes Trim Seal: Yes Mil Thickness: 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 Configuration: Autobag; SidePouch and Stand-up Pouch with restrictions Performance Data: U/M 3.0 3.5 4.0 Haze % 12.1 15.8 16.9 Dart Grams 588 630 664 Elemendorf TEAR (MD) Grams 224 374 524 Elemendorf TEAR (TD) Grams 211 370 536 Tensile Strength (MD) psi 5656 5177 4612 Tensile Strength (TD) psi 7092 6000 5540 MVTR g/100in2/day 0.39 0.32 0.28 OTR Above chart reflects nominal test data values. Actual results may fluctuate due to inherent process variation. Test data and mil thickness reflect PTCL material only. Certain minimum purchase volumes may apply. © 09/2013 Automated Packaging Systems, Inc. Features, Options and Technical Specifications subject to change. The use of the ® or ™ symbol indicates that Automated Packaging Systems, Inc. has registered or is otherwise claiming trademark rights in the United States. These marks may also be registered in other countries and common law rights may apply in countries where such rights are recognized.