USI offers a wide variety of roll laminators built to satisfy demanding commercial environments and light-duty applications. Before purchasing a roll laminator, here are a few things to consider.
What is the maximum-width project that will be laminated?
USI offers roll laminators in 12", 18", 27", 40", 44" and 62" widths. Remember that these are the maximum roll widths. Narrower rolls of laminating film can be used on these laminators. Simply align the top and bottom rolls directly over one another on the mandrels. When choosing a laminator, its maximum width or cut-off should be equal to or exceed the maximum width of the prints that will be laminated.
What is the maximum film weight that will be used?
If a particular mil thickness is necessary, please refer to the column in the chart below labeled "Max Film Mils". These mil weights are the maximum suggested by the manufacturer. Of course, you are always able to laminate using lower film weights.
Do I need to mount and laminate?
Check the column labeled "Substrate Thickness" to see if the laminator can mount. If a machine can accept a thickness of 1/4" or greater, the machine can accept various mounting materials. We offer a full line of roll laminating film, foam core and other mounting boards for all your mounting needs. Some USI machines can mount and laminate up to 1" thicknesses.
ROLL LAMINATING MACHINE COMPARISON CHART |
|
Model |
Max Width |
Type |
Auto Shutoff |
Max Film Mils
|
Substrate Thickness |
Temp. Control |
Speed |
Feet Per Minute |
Core Size |
Warranty |
Voltage |
HEAT SHOE MACHINES |
|
12" |
MD |
Y |
10 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Fixed. |
3 |
plugs |
1 Year |
120 |
|
|
MD |
N |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Fixed |
4 |
1" |
1 Year |
115 |
|
27" |
MD/HD |
Y |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Fixed |
5 |
1" |
2 Year |
115 |
|
27" |
MD/HD |
Y |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Fixed |
5 |
1" |
2 Year |
220 |
|
18" |
MD/HD |
Y |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
9.5 |
1" |
2 Year |
115 |
|
18" |
MD/HD |
Y |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
9.5 |
1" |
2 Year |
115 |
|
27" |
MD/HD |
Y |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
9.5 |
1" |
2 Year |
115 |
|
27" |
MD/HD |
Y |
5 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
9.5 |
1" |
2 Year |
115 |
|
27" |
MD |
N |
3 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
9 |
1" |
1 Year |
120 |
|
|
MD |
N |
5 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Fixed |
5 |
1" |
2 Year |
115 |
|
40" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/8" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
13 |
2.5" |
2 Year |
220 |
|
40" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/2" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
15 |
2.5" |
2 Year |
220 |
HEATED ROLLER MACHINES - PROLINE |
|
27" |
MD/HD |
Y |
3 |
1/8" |
Fixed |
Fixed |
10 |
1" |
90 Day |
120 |
|
27" |
MD/HD |
N |
10 |
1/4" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
9 |
1" |
1 Year |
115 |
|
43" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/4" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
5 |
3" |
1 Year |
120 |
|
43" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/4" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
5 |
3" |
1 Year |
220 |
HEATED ROLLER MACHINES - COMMERCIAL LINE |
|
40" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/2" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
10 |
3" |
1 Year |
220 |
|
44" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/4" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
5 |
3" |
1 Year |
220 |
|
62" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1/2" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
10 |
3" |
1 Year |
220 |
|
62" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
10 |
3" |
1 Year |
220 |
|
62" |
HD |
N |
10 |
1" |
Adj. |
Adj. |
10 |
3" |
1 Year |
220 |
LD - Light Duty, MD - Medium Duty, HD - Heavy Duty
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If you are still not sure, please contact our Technical Support Department, Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 6:00pm (ET) by phone 1-800-752-9131, via fax 1-203-245-7844 or email techassist@usigovernment.com.
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