Lexan®/Polycarbonate material, known for its durability and professional appearance, is widely used for product marking applications on Labels, Control Panels, Nameplates, Overlays, Membrane Switches, Serial Tags and Prototypes. Lexan® Labels from Drake are designed to maintain appearance, longevity, legibility and functionality of information under tough conditions. Drake Lexan® applications are available in thicknesses of .005″ to .030″ and can be printed and die cut to customer design, including PMS color matching. Variable Sata such as Serial and Barcode information is easily supported, as are a variety of adhesive options.
Use these general guidelines below to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label.
Physical Properties for Lexan®/Polycarbonate Labels, Overlays, Plates & Tags |
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Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces | No |
Suitable Curved Surfaces | No |
High Temperature Resistance | Excellent |
Dimensional Stability | Excellent |
Water Resistance | Good |
UV Resistance** | Limited (see Polyester) |
Chemical and Solvent Resistance | Good |
Abrasion Resistance | Good |
Production Information for Lexan®/Polycarbonate Labels, Overlays, Plates & Tags |
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Available Thickness | .005″ to .030″ |
Manufacturing Processes | Silkscreen, Hotstamp/Thermal Transfer, Digital Printing, Cut to Customer Design |
Colors | Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, White, Blue, Brown, Black (CMYK) and PMS color matching available* |
Interior Cutout Size and Shape | Any |
Exterior Shape | Any |
Clear Windows Size and Shape | Any |
Write On Surface | Yes, with Additional Polyester Overlay |
Barcode, Serial & Variable Data | Yes, Digital Process Only |
Optional Finish/Overlay | Matte or Clear |
UL® PGDQ2 | Component – Marking and Labeling Systems File# (MH 14125 R) |
CSA Canadian Standards Listed | LR 32470 |
Available w/Fire & UV Resistance | Yes, with Additional Coating/Overlay |
Adhesive Options for Lexan®/Polycarbonate Labels, Overlays, Plates & Tags |
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Pressure Sensitive Acrylic Adhesive HSE & LSE | 2 mil, 5 mil |
Other Pressure Sensitive Acrylic Adhesive Thicknesses Available |
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