HP Designjet 2500.3500cp Printer series - Manual (Page 55)

Working with Media
Using the Ink System UV Outside
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Using the Ink System UV Outside
Laminating the Media after Printing
After you have printed a file using the HP DesignJet CP Ink System UV on 3M
™
Changeable Opaque Imaging Media 8522CP and before displaying the print
outdoors, it must be laminated with one of the 3M overlaminates (see Table below).
The use of the overlaminate is essential for outdoor use to provide resistance to
water, scratches and tears and to maintain the print’s luster, depth and quality.
Applying the Overlaminate to a Finished Print
NOTE These guidelines provide a general process for laminating prints to help you
maintain consistent results and best quality. The laminating process may vary,
depending on the laminating equipment that you are using. Always refer to the
manufacturer’s documentation for safe operation and additional information.
Before applying the laminate to your finished print, make sure it is completely dry.
The print will feel almost dry immediately after printing, but if you are printing in a
particularly cold or humid environment, the drying time may be longer than normal.
For these situations wait 15 to 30 minutes before applying the overlaminate.
The 3M overlaminates are not heat-activated adhesives; however, heat can be used
to improve the adhesive flow. The temperature should not exceed 68
°
C (180
°
F).
The recommended laminator pressure is a minimum of 15 psi, and must not exceed
75 psi.
Overlaminate Type Description
3M Lustre Protective Finish
2mm vinyl overlaminate with pressure sensitive adhesive for outdoor
use.
3M Matte Protective Finish 2mm vinyl overlaminate with pressure sensitive adhesive for outdoor
use.
3M High-Gloss Protective
Finish 2mm vinyl overlaminate with pressure sensitive adhesive for outdoor
use.