Exac-Tac Clear:
A printable pressure sensitive
transparent vinyl used as a
removable and repositionable
substrate for signage.
i.e., P.O.P. & backlit displays,
window graphics and reverse print.

Exac-Tac White:
A printable pressure sensitive
matte white opaque vinyl used
as a removable and repositionable substrate for signage.
i.e., P.O.P. displays, vehicle graphics
and color presentations.

• Repositionable, removable, pressure sensitive.

• Thermal and solvent-system inkjet printer compatible.

• Manufactured in 54" width.

• Available in Clear Transparent and Opaque White Vinyl.

                1.  What is Exac-Tac Substrate?
                  Exac-Tac is a 3 ml. vinyl with a water-based pressure sensitive adhesive backing with
                  a siliconized paper liner.
            2.  For what application would I use Exac-Tac Substrate?
                  It is used as a substrate receptive to inks or paint to print a message or graphic to use
                  as a removable vinyl sign.
            3.  Is Exac-Tac a vinyl or a film?
                  Exac-tac Substrate is a 3 ml , non-coated calendared vinyl with an adhesive that allows
                  it to be easily removed.
            4.  What kind of printers are used to print on Exac-Tac Substrate?
                  The technologies compatible with Exac-Tac are Thermal Color Transfer using resin
                  based ink carried on a ribbon/cartridge such as machines made by Gerber, Roland
                  and Fargo.  The solvent-system piezo inkjet printers such as the "Salsa" Signtech
                  machine and the Vutek 5000-5300 machines can also be used.
            5.  What length rolls do you manufacture?
                  Exac-Tac is rolled with vinyl to the inside on a 3" core with lengths of 100' for the
                  "CLEAR" and 150' for the "WHITE".
            6.  What width rolls?
                  Exac-Tac Substrate is manufactured in widths from 14"-54" wide.
            7.  What specific uses would Exac-Tac Substrate be adapted to in the sign industry?
                  The Exac-Tac "CLEAR" is recommended for P.O.P. backlit displays, window
                  graphics (mirrored for application on inside of window), or applied to colored and a
                  variety of surfaces for enhanced color presentations.  The Exac-tac "WHITE" is
                  recommended for backlit display, poster prints, billboard swipes and removable
                  bumper stickers. 
            8.  Can it be used Outdoors?
                   Yes, with the solvent-system and outdoor pigmented inks, Exac-Tac Substrate can be
                  used as a temporary sign for up to 1 year.  Exposure to ultraviolet light, severe
                  temperatures and polluted areas may cause more rapid deterioration. Lamination can
                  extend this life expectancy.
            9.  How is it applied?
                  The liner paper is peeled back and applied dry or wet to any smooth, clean surface.
                  Widths may be butted or overlapped.
          10.  Will temperatures effect the application?
                  Extreme temperatures of below 32 degrees Fahrenheit and above 105 degrees
                  Fahrenheit may effect the adhesive and become more adherent with prolonged
                  outdoor temperatures. 

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