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    The document provides guidelines for thermoforming Aclar film laminates including recommended film unwind, preheating, forming, sealing and inspection steps. The guidelines vary based on factors like laminate material and thickness, machine type and line speed.

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    Aclar Films Thermoforming Guideline

    Aclar film is a high barrier thermoformable plastic material available in a wide range of finished laminate structures. It is produced by Honeywellauthorized converter partners. Although the thermoforming properties of the Aclar laminate are essentially defined by the substrate material to which it is laminated, there are recommended guidelines to follow to produce a high quality Aclar blister. To optimize your barrier performance and ensure the best blister forming, also reference our Tooling Design Best Practices for Aclar Films available at www.aclar.com.

    Film Unwind
    Verify the Aclar side of your laminate roll and then place correctly on the unwind station. This is typically with the Aclar side to the outside of the finished blister except when symmetrical Aclar laminates are in use. Note that certain applications can call for the Aclar side to be on the inside of the finished blister. Verify the requirements for your individual application.

    115C to 155C

    Preheating
    The high melt-strength of Aclar film requires preheating to higher temperatures to soften the laminate to reduce the force required to stretch the laminate. (Note: melt-strength indicates the amount of force required to stretch the laminate into the desired shape.) 115C to 155C is the typical preheat temperature range for Aclar/PVC laminates. Preheat temperature will vary based on the laminate substrate material, the total laminate thickness, the line speed, and the source of the laminate. When contact heating and preheater lengths equivalent to 3 index lengths or more are used, equipment should be set up utilizing temperatures in the lower range of the typical preheat temperatures. If gap heating and/or short heating platens are used, the upper range of the typical preheat temperatures should be utilized.

    Forming1
    20C to 30C

    To achieve fully formed blister cavities, avoid cooling the laminate before forming and ensure you have sufficient force to form the parts. Operate with a mold temperature of 20C to 30C. Be aware that the chiller temperature set-point may be different than the actual temperature of the mold. Typically, 6-7 bars of forming pressure are recommended for most Aclar grades. Thicker grades of Aclar may require higher forming pressure. For cavities deeper than 6mm or with a deep draw ratio greater than 3:1, use plug assist in combination with air pressure to improve thickness distribution and barrier performance. Typical plug assist forming cycle steps are: 1) Film index 2) Mold closes 3) Plug form to 2/3 cavity depth 4) Apply air pressure as soon as the plug reaches its full depth 5) Withdraw plug and stop air pressure 6) Open mold

    Sealing Lid stock is typically sealed to the non-Aclar side of the laminate. When the lid stock is sealed to the Aclar side, compatible lid stocks designed for this purpose must be used.
    If you seal against the PVC side of the laminate (Aclar outside), please use your standard PVC films sealing station set-up. If you seal against the Aclar side of the laminate (Aclar inside), proper lid stock heat seal lacquers are necessary. Check with your lid stock supplier for available products for Aclar-In sealing or use universal sealing lid stock material. For paper-aluminum lid stock, we recommend setting your equipment to slightly higher than standard temperatures.

    Proofing/Inspection View the blister from the sealed side with a strong back light to check for pin holes and cracks in the lid foil. If pin holes or cracks are present, they will greatly reduce the barrier performance of the package. Polarized film may also be used to check for stress in the blisters and the seal area. Reference www.aclar.com for our Instructions for Using Polarized Film or contact us for a complimentary polarized film sample and to better understand how to minimize stress in your process.

    The guidelines listed in this document are not designed to be used as specifications. Optimal conditions will vary by machine, mold design, line speed, blister layout, laminate substrate, lid stock material, etc. 1. Rotary forming machines do not allow adequate forming of Aclar laminates

    For additional information or to contact us, please visit: www.aclar.com


    Although Honeywell International Inc. believes that the information contained herein is accurate and reliable, it is presented without guarantee or responsibility of any kind and does not constitute any representation or warranty of Honeywell International Inc., whether express or implied. A number of factors can affect the appearance and level of stress as viewed under polarized film such as film type, forming equipment and process conditions. The list of recommendations is not intended to be exhaustive. Nothing presented herein shall relieve the user from the responsibility of carrying out its own assessment, verification, or safety protocols and the user assumes all risks and liability for the use of this information (including, but not limited to, risks relating to results, patent infringement, regulatory compliance and health, safety and environment) related to the use of the products and suggestions contained herein.

    Aclar Films is a registered trademark of Honeywell International, Inc.


    May 2012 2012 Honeywell International, Inc. All rights reserved.

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