Data Sheet (Page 1 of 5) Description A no heat, non electric laminating applicator to laminate or apply transfer adhesive to documents in a variety of sizes, up to A3 format. It allows for professional image enhancement, and protects the document over an extended period of time. Documents to laminate Width Length Thickness Up to 30.5 cm (A3 width) Almost any length Up to 2.5 mm Characteristics Color Gray Size 25.5 x 36 cm Weight Approximately 6 kg Operation Mechanical hand cranking device. Uses no electricity for transport of the document or sealing of the laminating film. Contents of the starter kit Original purchase includes the laminator, a User s Guide, a feeder tool, and a DL1001 small cartridge (4.5 m). Refill cartridges Refill rolls are available in the following formats : DL1001 : Dual Laminate Refill Rolls LAT1002 : Laminate Transfer Adhesive Rolls AT1003 : Adhesive Transfer Refill Rolls Technical Notes The Laminating System is recommended for use with most types of printer / copier output. Anything laminated with the 3M Laminator should be considered as a permanent lamination. The film is NOT removable without substantial damage to the original that was laminated. The system should not be used to laminate / protect any unique original (i.e. birth certificates, marriage licenses, etc ).
Data Sheet (Page 2 of 5) FAB s Features (has) Advantages (which means) Benefits (so that) Non electric operation. No waiting for warm-up. No outlets / cords needed. Saves time and money. Can be used anywhere, anytime No power consumption. No heat process. Does not destroy heat sensitive papers. Documents are cool to the touch immediately after lamination. Does not require a separate carrier for More versatility. Saves time. Pressure sensitive adhesive application. 3M proprietary release coating. Utilizes interchangeable supply cartridges Rolls out the exact amount of film needed. lamination.. No melting plastic or waiting for warm-up. Compatible with most types of media. Provides low effort, quiet unwind of the laminating film. Provides dual sided lamination protection. Applies adhesive transfer tape (mounting application). Laminate & adhesive transfer combination. Laminates any length document. More versatile. Protects sensitive inks and papers. Safe to use. Easy, quiet document laminating. Protects and preserves many different types of documents. Instantly creates signs and labels to display messages. Easy to use. Reduces waste and saves money. Allows to finish long banners or small items with same supply cartridge.
LS1000 Application Data Sheet (Page 3 of 5) FAB s (suite) Features (has) Advantages (which means) Benefits (so that) Takes up only 25.5x36 cm of desktop Portable and lightweight. Easy to move and use in a small area. space ; weight less than 6 kg. Injection-molded plastic housing. Durable and long-lasting Easy to clean. Color coded quick change supply Easy to switch between the three More versatility. cartridges. different operations. Integrated cut-off blade. Safe and easy to use. Saves time and gives a precise, professional appearance. Precision rollers Applies material evenly. Resists adhesive build-up Ensures bubble and wrinkle free finishing. Simple design Easy to clean and replace parts No tools needed to operate or maintain. Frequently Asked Questions How long does it take the laminator to warm up? The 3M does not use a heat process and does not require a warm-up period. It is ready to use the moment you need it. What materials will I need? All the materials necessary to laminate one or both sides or to attach a transfer adhesive are present in the rolls sold by 3M. No other materials are needed to laminate any materials you may have. No additional adhesive or glues are required. How do I change the cartridges? The cartridges are designed to pull directly out of the back of the laminator. The new or different cartridges can be loaded again in the laminator by using the feeder tool provided with the machine. Can I change the cartridges before it is finished? Yes, cartridges are interchangeable even before the end. Already used cartridges can be loaded again in the laminator by using the feeder tool provided with the machine. Can I use refill pouches or rolls from competitive systems? No, they are not compatible with the 3M Laminating System..
Data Sheet (Page 4 of 5) April 2 nd, 1999 Frequently Asked Questions (continued) How do I cut the laminating materials? The film used to laminate your materials can be cut by any number of cutting devices available in the home or office. While the materials are still on the machine, an integrated cutter blade can be used to slice off the laminated object. This blade is safely tucked away at the outlet of the laminator. By simply depressing it and sliding across the outlet of the machine, the film can easily be cut. After removal from the machine, the film may be cut with scissors or any kind of paper cutting device. How does the Applicator work? The works on a principle of running pressure clear tape through the set of rubber nip rolls. The material that is to be laminated is passed through the laminator. As it passes through the rubber nip rollers, clear tape is attached to one or both sides of the laminated material. After the film lamination product exits the machine, a sliding cutter blade can be used to cut off the laminated piece. In what format is the tape available? There are currently three different tape rolls available for the. One for two-sided lamination, one for front side lamination & back side permanent adhesive, one for back side permanent adhesive. What is the warranty on the machine? There is a standard machine warranty of 1 year for parts for the laminator. Can the laminating film be written on? The film accepts many different types of writing instruments. Almost anything, with the exception of some water based inks, can be used to write on the film. Also, it will not accept pencil in any form. How long will the laminator last? The laminator has very few moving parts. Also, it does not rely on a heated fusing bar to seal the heat pouches as many of the competitive models do. Because it does use a cool lamination process, the machine should deliver many years of service before it needs to be repaired or replaced. What is the ph of the adhesive? The ph of a solid can be measured several different ways. Depending how this is done can affect the outcome of the test. Several accepted ways of measuring the ph of pressure sensitive adhesive place the ph of our product at 5,5-6,0. The type of result indicates an acidic nature to the tape. We can not claim our tape to be acid free.
Data Sheet (Page 5 of 5) Frequently Asked Questions (continued) Will the tape yellow, stain the substrate or loose adhesion? The tapes recommended and sold for use in your Applicator have been especially prepared to resist the effects of sunlight, including UV radiation. We are reasonably sure that the tape will not yellow, we can not guarantee that it will reduce the effect of harmful radiation to any laminated substrate. The adhesion of the film to the material being laminated will remain at a very high level for long periods of time. Can the laminated products be used for outdoor applications? Yes. When the laminating film is applied to the substrate being laminated, it forms a water tight bond all around the article. A dual laminated article should be protected from most outdoor contaminates. How thick of an article can be run through the applicator? The will apply dual laminate up to a total thickness of 2.5 mm. How large a piece can be run through the Applicator? The is designed to laminate up to 30.5 cm wide pieces. Narrower pieces can be run through the machine with additional waste. The length of article run through the machine is up to the operator. Assuming that the article being laminated is reasonably straight and true, the laminated length could be as great as the total length of the film in the roll! What is the laminating film shelf? The shelf life of the laminating system is approximately 2 years after the date of purchase. If the film is stored in the original carton in which it was received, there should not be any problems. If the film (in the laminating roll) is stored in direct sunlight, the film could begin stick to itself more than normal. Excessive storage in sunlight could make the film and adhesive unusable. Can I laminate copies from a color laser copier or ink jet printer? Output from color laser printers and ink jet printers can be laminated using the LS1050 Applicator. It should be noted, however, that some inks are less resistant to sunlight than others. The life of the laminated piece could be affected by the type of ink used on the original piece. Is the tape waste recyclable? The tape waste can be recycled in a polypropylene waste stream if one is available.