Resistant films

What are resistant films?

We understand resistant films to be all technical film products that have an enormous resistance to external influences. A high resistance usually means a longer lifetime of the products. Various factors can affect film products. Therefore, this is a very large field, which can be divided into the following areas:

• UV resistant / weatherproof films for outdoor use
• Chemical resistant films
• Solvent resistant films
• Temperature resistant films
• Mechanically resistant films

Thanks to our long experience as a supplier of technical plastic films, we will be happy to advise you on the selection of the right resistant film for your project. We will also be happy to provide you with technical and safety data sheets for our products. For initial product tests or the production of prototypes, we will be happy to send you samples. Please contact us, we look forward to your enquiry!

What material is resistant film made of?

We offer products made of various plastics from established manufacturers. When selecting our products, we always pay attention to the highest quality and excellent properties. With regard to resistant films, we offer materials made of the following plastics:

• Polycarbonate films
• PMMA films
• Polyester (PET) films
• PBT-PC films
• PEI films

Our range includes resistant high-performance films in different thicknesses and colours and with various surfaces.

What are the advantages of resistant films?

Resistant films differ from "normal" plastic films in that they have special properties that increase their resistance. This means that these special films are particularly resistant to heavy use and external influences. These include UV light, chemicals such as alkalis and acids, solvents and cleaning agents, temperatures or mechanical influences.

The resistance can be achieved by a special surface texture, the choice of certain materials or the addition of special pigments and ingredients. This means that our high-performance films meet even the highest requirements and difficult stresses.

With us you can order resistant high-performance films in various material thicknesses and colours directly cut to size or as rolls.

UV resistant films / weatherproof films

Many high-quality technical plastic films are only suitable for outdoor use to a limited extent because they are not resistant to ageing. UV resistant plastic films are weatherproof and allow outdoor use. Examples are fascia panels / front panels, keyboards and instrument panels that are exposed to UV radiation, as well as operating systems in automotive interiors.

Resistant films with high resistance to chemicals and solvents

These special films are characterised by an increased resistance to chemicals. They are washable and particularly resistant to various chemicals and can even be cleaned with aggressive cleaning agents.

Their properties make chemical-resistant films an optimal material for the production of long-lasting and resistant components. These include membrane switches, nameplates, type plates, buttons and control panels as well as film labels. They are often used in the automotive industry and many other industrial sectors due to their heat and scratch resistance.

Heat resistant film solutions for high temperatures

Temperature resistant plastic films can be used for all components that are exposed to high temperatures for short or long periods of time. This may involve processing under high heat or subsequent use in components as an insulator. There are various applications in industry such as electrical engineering and electronics. These include internal insulation against high voltage, on motors, splines, transformer windings. high heat resistant adhesive tapes, film labels or layer and phase insulation.

Mechanically resistant films

By films with a high mechanical resistance we mean products that are characterised by a high resistance / strength to mechanical loads. By mechanical loads we mean forces that act on an object from the outside. These forces can result from thrust, pressure, tension, bending or twisting. 

Resistant films with ultra high mechanical load capacity and strength are made of a material that compensates for impacts and other influences without damage. There are many possible applications for mechanically resistant films. They include, for example, front foils, membrane switches, high-quality type plates, labels, keypads and control panels or interior parts for automobiles with high durability.

Processing films with high resistance:

Resistant films can be processed in various ways, depending on the design and material. Usually, no special accessories or tools are required. They can be cut, punched, lasered and glued. Most products can be printed well and consistently using various printing processes. For further information on the processing of our resistant films as well as data sheets, samples or specific enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

For which applications do I need resistant film?

As a specialist dealer in high-performance technical films with high resistance, we can help you find the right product for your application. Our films with high resistance are suitable for diverse applications. Possible areas of application are: 

• Membrane keypads
• Membrane switches
• Name plates
• Front panels
• Key panels
• Control panels
• Isolation of power supplies, memory drives, keyboards, PC cards and screens
• Laminated insulation and shielding foils
• Internal high-voltage, layered and phase insulations
• High-heat resistant adhesive tapes and self-adhesive labels
• Temperature-resistant / chemical-resistant labels and markings
• Production of temperature-stable stickers
• Foil insulation on motors and splines
• Transformer windings
• Outdoor applications
• Production of high quality packaging
• And many other industrial uses

There are countless applications and areas in industry that can be implemented with our resistant products. We would be very pleased to receive your enquiry! 

Service, cutting and delivery

In our range you will find ultra resistant high performance films in various material thicknesses and colours. We work closely with established manufacturers to provide you with the best quality and durability of products for your application.

Our film products can be ordered as rolls in various widths or in rectangular cuts / formats from small quantities. Ask us for the format you need - we offer you resistant films made to measure. 

We will be happy to provide you with an individually tailored offer for your film solution. We will also be happy to answer any further questions you may have about delivery times, storage and packaging. You can order resistant films at www.folien-zentrum.com.