Mylar PET films USA | Electrical & Industrial Film Solutions
In packaging, electrical insulation, and industrial applications, Mylar® has long been used as a shorthand for polyester (PET) films. While Mylar® is a DuPont trademark, converters and engineers across the USA often use the term interchangeably with PET. Specifying the right PET film requires more than just a brand name—it requires attention to technical performance, certifications, and converting options.
At Pilcher Hamilton Corporation (PHC), we help customers make the right choices when specifying PET films. Our portfolio includes UL-approved electrical PET for insulation, general-purpose industrial PET for laminations and tapes, and detailed technical datasheets to guide engineers. Supported by precision winding and rewinding services and USA-based technical support, PHC ensures PET films are delivered in the right formats for every project.
UL-Approved Electrical PET
When specifying PET for motors, transformers, and insulation, compliance is critical. PHC supplies UL electrical insulating PET films designed to perform under thermal and dielectric stress.
Applications include:
- Slot liners and insulation for motors.
- Transformer wraps and barriers.
- Electrical tapes and laminates.
For USA OEMs, UL-approved PET ensures both regulatory compliance and long-term reliability.
General-Purpose Industrial PET
For laminations, tapes, and industrial composites, general-purpose PET provides strength, chemical resistance, and versatility. It’s widely used as a base film in applications such as:
- Industrial laminates.
- Pressure-sensitive tape carriers.
- Protective packaging and overlays.
By specifying general-purpose PET, USA converters can balance cost with performance in diverse industrial markets.
Technical Datasheets for Informed Decisions
Accurate specifications drive better outcomes. PHC provides access to detailed technical datasheets for all PET film grades, including data on thickness, tensile strength, dielectric properties, and barrier performance.
Engineers in the USA rely on datasheets to match films to application requirements, reducing errors and improving efficiency.
Winding & Rewinding for Machine Compatibility
Film performance isn’t just about chemistry—it’s about delivery. PHC provides winding and rewinding services to prepare PET films in the exact roll sizes, tensions, and formats converters need. Proper winding ensures films feed smoothly into tape coating lines, laminators, and insulation production equipment.
Why PHC for Specifying PET in the USA
PHC offers more than material supply—we provide expertise. Our strengths include:
- Certified UL electrical PET for insulation applications.
- Versatile general-purpose PET for tapes and laminates.
- Detailed datasheets for informed film selection.
- Precision winding and rewinding for production efficiency.
- USA-based technical support and over 100 years of experience.
By working with PHC, converters and OEMs gain the clarity needed to specify PET films with confidence.
Take the Next Step
Make better decisions when specifying PET films:
For guidance on your next project, contact PHC USA today.
📌 FAQs
Q1: Is Mylar® the same as PET film?
Mylar® is a DuPont trademark, but the term is often used interchangeably with polyester (PET) films.
Q2: Where are UL PET films used?
They’re used in motors, transformers, and insulation where dielectric reliability is required.
Q3: What is general-purpose PET film used for?
It’s widely used for laminations, tape carriers, protective overlays, and industrial packaging.
Q4: Why are technical datasheets important?
They provide detailed specifications that help engineers match films to applications.
Q5: Why partner with PHC for PET films in the USA?
PHC offers UL-certified PET, industrial films, datasheets, and precision converting backed by over 100 years of expertise.