Pigment foils are composed of a carrier film, a release layer, a pigment layer, and a heat-activated adhesive layer. It's opaque, offering an advantage over printing when working with stocks that have a deep courthouse look very effective against a contrasting color or when applied to the uncoated card or metallic materials.
Step 1: Load the foil pigment roll onto the machine The substrate should be clean and dry before applying the foil pigment. Step 2: Adjust the machine settings. Step 3: Place the foil pigment on the substrate. Step 4: Run the hot stamping machine. Step 5: Remove the foil pigment.
Colored foil is typically referred to as pigment foil. Pigment foil is a type of hot stamping foil that has colored pigments, which are transferred onto a substrate during the stamping process. Pigment foil can create vibrant and opaque colors that are not possible with traditional printing methods.
Pigment foil can be used in many applications, a few common ones are listed below:
Printing and packaging:
Pigment foil can supply a high-quality surface treatment for printing and packaging, enhancing appearance and protection.
Textiles:
Pigment foil can add a unique visual effect to textiles and improve water, stain and abrasion resistance.
Architectural and decorative:
Pigment foil can be used in wallpaper, ceilings, floors and other architectural decorative materials to provide gloss, breath and texture.
Automotive interiors:
Pigment foil can be used in automotive interiors such as door panels, dashboards and seat outer layers, providing a unique visual effect and a delicate feel.
Electronic products:
Pigment foil can supply exterior decoration for electronic products such as cell phones and tablet PCs, adding a sense of premium and beauty to the products.
