I bought this to laminate certificates at school... how do I prevent them from coming out too wavy?
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I normally use 3mm pouches with the settings on the 3mm button and never experienced any waviness. You could try using a jacket during laminating if you gets wavy (a letter size envelope can be used as a jacket).
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Hi Kez panel,Maybe use the 3 mil setting instead of the 5 mil or purchase a thicker laminating sheet. I haven't had wavy results but it sounds like maybe the heat function is too high making the plastic get too hot and then ripple. A thicker laminating sheet is what I would try.
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Hmm....I've never had anything come out wavy. Just make sure to put the closed end of the pouch in first & as straight as possible. Then as the document is coming out the back, I always support the end of it with my finger so it comes out flat & not curled. As soon as it is finished, I immediately lay it flat to cool. Hope this helps!
1049871
Use thin layers but you'll have to apply more coats. Making sure each one is completely dry before adding another
364370
Hm. For me this is a non-problem. I'm still very happy with my holder and I guess I've somehow got a paper-tearing technique that doesn't make a 'swing'. Maybe squirt a little Crazy Glue around the "hinge" part? For a less permanent but equally stable solution maybe try Sugru. Buy some on Amazon. It's wonderful, versatile stuff, a putty that will stick tightly to anything, wood, glass, metal, etc. but can also be pried off if needed.
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I've never had my laminated sheet wrinkle. I use 5-mil plastic most often. If you're using 3-mil it may be too thin to support the sheet inside. Also, test your temperature. I run anywhere from 290 to 310. If I see white areas, I raise the temp and put it back through so it melts clear. And, don't forget to raise and lower the temperature in increments, especially afterward. Very important so your rollers don't warp from intense to no heat; lower slowly so the entire unit cools slowly.
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Scrunching may help, but I I think you should try a twist out to give you the wave. Try two flat twist and let them dry. Or, finger coil, dry, pull apart.
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This is definitely the best type of material to use for that type of application, as it has a supporting inner layer that works great at keeping it from getting wavy. Other unsupported materials wouldn't work as well as they are best when stretched flat.
200037
We used a box cutter with the same results. It is the way the foam was compressed that causes it to flake slightly when cut. You might find a white tape that can be adhered to the edge for a smoother look.
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You might have to lightly oil or butter the sides of the form. Or use spray Pam. These are very high quality forms and I use for lentil burgers - they don't stick for that.
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I always spray my prints with Acrylic finishing spray or cover them with a waterproof laminate page - also be sure you check your page settings on your printer which controls amount of ink being used for each type of paper.
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That is a problem I have never had. I would try pulling all the material out and turning it well and then putting it back. Leave it uncovered for a few days to dry out a bit.
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Not sure; Suggestion; my email plafib@gmail.com I will send you a sample you can try, I would be doubtfulas backing appears to be paper.Not like wet or dry I am used to working with.
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As others said, use two pieces of tape. However, if possible, have a helper help you peel the cover off and do it slowly. The film has a tendency to curl and you may create a crease if you are not careful. Also I found it very beneficial to spray the film as you peel it back so that if it sticks to itself it will not be ruined because it will be wet.
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I used a glue stick, which worked okay. I did not feel like it was reliable though, so I usually put some tape on the edges as well. I would not use elmer's unless you have a way to spread it thinly, since it could make the paper wet and wrinkly.
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I used a tied woven chamois and didn't have this problem. Keep away from old bath towels and loosely woven cottons or polyesters. You will, probably, have to give the board a light hand sanding now with 220 grit or emery.
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I had the same problem. I ended up sticking those sponge like stickers that you can get from dollar markets. If you don't like the idea, you can put small fabrics inbetween it, it helps with the noise, but they will still end up moving around.
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Your documents may not be laying flat and may have air bubbles between the laminating sheet and your document also make sue you are using the right temperature for the job.
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no, try to perhaps sand the chips down. what i would do is use a heavy duty rubbing compound to even out and smoothen the surface to avoid any abnormalities after the wrap is applied. buying a vinyl applicator may help with the adhesion