Technical Data Specifications
PPG TESLIN® substrate is a microporous, dimensionally stable, highly filled, single-layer, polyolefin-based synthetic material. A non-abrasive inorganic filler comprises 60 percent of the weight, and it is 65 percent air by volume. The porous, uncoated nature of Teslin substrate absorbs inks, adhesives, coatings and laminates into its structure to form strong, interlocking bonds with the substrate.
PPG Teslin substrate is available in a range of product grades to meet specific print and application requirements. For added assurance, contact PPG to learn which grade is recommended for your application and print technology.
Print Grades:
Teslin SP substrate: A high-quality, all-purpose substrate. SP designates the standard product line. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1800.
Teslin HD substrate: Offers greater stiffness, tear resistance and UV light stability than other product grades. Tested to survive high temperatures for extended time periods, making it suitable for in-mold applications. Available grades: 1400 and 1800.
Teslin TS substrate: The maximum allowable shrinkage for Thermally Stabilized (TS) grade is 2% (2.5% for TS600). All other properties are the same for TS and SP grades. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200 and 1400.
Teslin IJWP substrate: Developed to support dye-based ink jet applications by allowing them to “hold out” and to make the print waterproof. Coated on both sides, the substrate is treated to optimize ink jet printability. All other properties are the same for SP grades. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200 and 1400.
Teslin Digital substrate: Developed specifically for Xeikon digital print models, and unlike other synthetics, does not require coating. Available thicknesses: 1000.
Application-Specific Grades:
Teslin Blue substrate: Teslin Blue substrate has a 12 to 15 percent whiter appearance. All other properties are the same for Blue and SP grades. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400.
Teslin Food-Grade substrate: Fully compliant under U.S. Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and all applicable U.S. food-additive regulations as a food contact material, not limited by food type, amount of material used or operating conditions. It is also certified by ISEGA, passing all overall migration limits involving food contact with dry foods with no free fats at the surface at room temperature and below, as defined by European Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 and Regulation (EU) No 10/2011 of 14 January 2011. All other properties are the same for Food Grade and SP grades. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000.
Teslin Bio substrate: Independently tested to ASTM standard D5511, substantially all of PPG Teslin Bio substrate will ultimately biodegrade into microbe-consumable particles and other naturally occurring substances when placed in an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment containing microbes that “eat” polymers. Such conditions are similar to those found in most landfills. Studies have shown up to 7.8% degradation over 74 days with continued break down expected, but it isn’t known if the rate of degradation for the portion of Teslin Bio substrate that will degrade naturally will remain constant over time. All other properties are the same for Bio and SP grades. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400.
Teslin Security-Grade substrate: Manufactured with security features embedded in the material. Can be made for program-specific applications. All other properties are the same for Security-Grade and SP grades. Available grades: 600, 700, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400.