PET Release Film: Converting Tips for Converters USA
In the U.S. converting and laminating industry, pet release film USA is a critical material for processes that require controlled separation between adhesives, coatings, or laminates. Known for its dimensional stability, durability, and consistent release performance, PET release films help converters maximize efficiency while ensuring product quality.
At Pilcher Hamilton Corporation, based in Greer, SC, we supply and convert PET release films tailored for American converters across packaging, labels, tapes, and composites. This guide shares practical converting tips for handling PET release film in U.S. operations.
What Is PET Release Film?
PET release film is polyester film treated with a release coating (often silicone) to create a smooth, low-adhesion surface. This allows adhesives, resins, or laminates to separate cleanly from the film during production.
In the United States, it is commonly used for:
- Labels and stickers (pressure-sensitive adhesives)
- Industrial and medical tapes
- Composite manufacturing
- Flexible packaging laminates
Benefits for U.S. Converters
- Stable release performance: Consistent across production runs.
- Dimensional stability: Maintains flatness under tension and heat.
- Durability: Resistant to stretching, tearing, and humidity.
- Process efficiency: Reduces waste and improves converting speeds.
Converting Tips for U.S. Plants
1. Choose the Right Release Level
Select easy, medium, or tight release PET films based on adhesive type and application.
2. Maintain Proper Tension Control
Balanced web tension prevents film distortion during slitting and rewinding.
3. Monitor Temperature & Humidity
PET release films perform best under controlled environmental conditions in U.S. plants.
4. Test Adhesion Compatibility
Always run peel and release tests to confirm performance with adhesives used in labels, tapes, or composites.
5. Store Correctly
Keep rolls in original packaging to protect surface coatings before use.
Applications in the USA
- Pressure-Sensitive Labels: Reliable liner release for high-speed U.S. labeling lines.
- Medical Products: Consistent separation for diagnostic tapes and wound-care materials.
- Aerospace & Automotive Composites: Used in lay-up and resin transfer processes.
- Packaging Laminates: Acts as a temporary separator in multilayer packaging.
Why Source PET Release Films from Pilcher Hamilton
For more than a century, Pilcher Hamilton has supplied high-performance polyester films in the USA. Our PET release films stand out for:
- Custom release levels tailored to converters’ needs
- Nationwide distribution for reliable supply
- Custom slitting and roll formats for efficient production
- U.S.-based technical support to optimize converting performance
👉 Improve your converting efficiency with PET release films. Contact Pilcher Hamilton today for sourcing in the USA.