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Marking Films Product Guide
For Plotting and Computer-Aided Decoration and Signage.
MACtac® TAKES YOU THERE.
High-Performance Marking Films
6600 Series — Just the Right Color
With a kaleidoscope of colors, MACmark® 6600 is the right choice for your most
demanding cut vinyl applications. Choose an existing color or let our color experts
create a specific shade.
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6600 Series: Premium high gloss film designed for long term applications
up to ten years and over complex curves like rivets, corrugations and other
irregular surfaces.
9000PRO Series — Advanced Chemistry
Today’s polymeric calendared vinyls are engineered to provide superb durability and
UV resistance. MACmark 9000 PRO Series embodies this breakthrough technology.
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9800PRO: Cadmium-free vinyl, durable and flexible for conformability over
difficult surfaces including rivets and enhanced high gloss finish.
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9700PRO: High-performance translucent vinyl which provides ultimate color
consistency for back lit applications.
Intermediate Marking Films
8000PRO Series — Impact Graphics
From customized environments to promotional signage, 8000PRO Series provides
trouble-free processing on computerized cutters at fast speeds and weeds quickly
even on small letters and fine lines.
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8900PRO: Wide range of decorator colors in matte and gloss finishes to
complement any environment with a removable adhesive suitable for most
smooth painted walls.
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8300PRO: Highest gloss finish of any intermediate vinyl. A work horse
computer aided signage vinyl. Bold attention getting colors.
Window Films Marking Films — Make a Statement
Windows that make a fashion statement. MACmark Window Graphics are decorative
and functional.
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600 Series: Transparent films detailed with decorative patterns suited for
interior glass partition or internal window surface. Choice of lines, small lines,
squares and rice paper.
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700 Series: Translucent vinyls with “dusted” and “frosted” finishes for etched
or sandblasted look. Provides window privacy accents. Now available in 5
colors.
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MACcrystal 8400 Series: Transparent color vinyl for use in illuminated
signs and for window decoration.
Specialty Films
Tuning Films Marking Films — Ahead of the Curve
Raise the bar on hottest customization trend for vehicles and electronics with
MACtac® TuningFilms. Designed for custom color change and custom accent finishes.
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TuningFilm Carbon Fiber: Embossed textured vinyl in five colors for
customizing vehicles and electronics. Features B•free® air-egress adhesive.
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TuningFilm Special Effects: Striking iridescent colors including fuchsiagreen, blue-green and pearl white that change color according to the
viewing angle. Textured finishes include leather and silver moon that
provide bold dramatic effects.
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TuningFilm Brushed Metal: Embossed vinyl creates the special effect of
brushed metal on various surfaces, such as external or internal vehicle parts
and electronic equipments including computers, tablets and cell phones.
B•free® air-egress adhesive system assures fast and easy installation. Available
in five colors.
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TuningFilm Sublime BF: Changes and protects the color and finish of
vehicles. The B•free air-egress adhesive means easy bubble-free application.
Outdoor durability is up to 10 years.
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TungingFilm Stellar BF: Double layered gloss cast vinyl creates a sparkling
finish for truly eye-catching impact. B•free air-egress adhesive system for easy
installation. Eight brilliant colors for wraps and accents on all types of vehicles,
electronics and architectural design venues.
Specialty Marking Films — Shining Stars
Whether your graphics need to sparkle, glow or create special effects, MACmark
Specialty Series of products has you covered.
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5700 Series: Microscopic glass beads with metalized back create a reflective
surface that is visible night and day.
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6400 Series: Films that offer pearly, anodized high gloss finish with a 5 year
durability.
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6700 Series: High-gloss film for high-visual impact. Excellent for flat to
slightly curved surfaces.
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6800 Series: Short-term film in neon fluorescent colors for indoor or outdoor
applications where high-impact color is needed.
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wallCHALKER™: A true black slightly textured vinyl that transforms almost
any flat surface, including walls, into a chalkboard. Cover a wall in a fraction
of the time it takes with messy paint. The moderately aggressive removable
adhesive is strong enough to support large size applications yet remove
cleanly.
MACtac TAKES YOU THERE.
Thickness
Colors
Characteristics
Full Vehicle Wraps
Outdoor
Durability
Fleet Marking /
Vehicle Markings /
Decals & Striping
Product
Long-term Outdoor
Advertising
Superior cutting and weeding properties.
Contrast liners for easy and quick weeding.
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High-Performance Marking Films
Up to
8years
2.0-Mil
63 Gloss
22 Metallic
2 Matte
9800PRO
Up to
7-8 years
2.8-Mil
50 Gloss
6 Luminous
2 Matte
9700PRO
Up to
5-7 years
3.1-Mil
34 Matte
TuningFilms
Carbon Fiber BF
Up to 5
years
6.9-Mil
5 Colors
TuningFilms
Iridescent
Up to
3-5 years
2.4-Mil
3 Colors
and finishes
TuningFilms
Textured
Up to
5 years
8.7-Mil
2 Colors/
Finishes
TuningFilms
Metal BF
Up to
5 years
5.5-Mil
5 Colors/
Finishes
TuningFilms
Sublime BF
Up to
7-8 years
3.9-Mil
15 Matte
15 Gloss
Up to
5 years
4.7-Mil
8 Gloss
6600
TuningFilms
800 BF Stellar
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Polymeric cast opaque vinyl
Permanent clear solvent acrylic adhesive
78# bleached white Kraft liner: stability and layflat
Polymeric calendared vinyl alternative to cast
Permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft liner: stability and layflat
Polymeric calendared translucent vinyl
Consistent day/night color
Permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft line: stability and layflat
Trendy carbon fiber texture
B•free® air-egress permanent acrylic adhesive
80# polycoated layflat liner: stability and layflat
Ultra conformable cast vinyl that changes colors
Low tack high-performance acrylic adhesive
78# bleached white Kraft liner for stability and layflat
Soft structured cast vinyl in black leather or silver moon finishes
Low tack high-performance acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft liner for stability and layflat
Embossed polymeric vinyl looks like metal
Permanent acrylic adhesive
90# polycoated layflat liner
Polymeric calendared vinyl changes vehicle color
B•free air-egress permanent acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft liner for stability and layflat
Sparkling double layer cast vinyl
B•free air-egress permanent acrylic adhesive
90# polycoated layflat liner
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Calendared vinyl
Adhesive removes cleanly up to 2 years from most surfaces
83# bleached white Kraft liner: stability and layflat
Highest gloss in the industry
Permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft liner for stability and layflat
Transparent polyester film in decorative patterns
Ultra clear permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
Highly stable 1.5-mil clear polyester liner
Polymeric translucent color vinyl
Consistent day/night color
Permanent transparent solvent acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft liner: stability and layflat
Glossy translucent vinyl with color uniformity
Permanent transparent acrylic adhesive
83# bleached white Kraft liner: stability and layflat
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Intermediate Marking Films
8900PRO
Up to 4 years
outdoor;
5 years indoor
2.8-Mil
54 Matte
2 Gloss
8300PRO
Up to 4-5 years
2.8-Mil
51 Gloss
2 Matte
600 Décor
Up to 5 years
indoor
1.5-Mil
4 Designs
700 Décor
Up to 5
years
3.0-Mil
5 Matte
Colors
2 Matte
Finishes
MACcrystal®
8400
Up to 3
years
3.1-Mil
17 Gloss
5700
5-7 Years
6.0-Mil
7 Colors
6400
5 Years
2.0-Mil
14 Lustre
6700
5 Years
3.0-Mil
15 Sparkle
6800
Up to 6 months
2.3-Mil
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Fluorescent
Up to 4 Years
4.0-Mil
True Black
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Specialty Films
wallCHALKER™
• Reflective polymeric film with excellent night and day visibility
• White high strength permanent acrylic adhesive
• 92# White polycoated lay flat liner
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Polymeric iridescent cast vinyl
Ultra conformability on complex curves
Permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
Polymeric sparkle metallic cast vinyl
Ultra conformability on complex curves
Permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
Eye catching color polymeric cast vinyl
Permanent solvent acrylic adhesive
78# Bleached white Kraft liner: stability and layflat
Semi-rigid chalkable vinyl
Aggressive removable adhesive removes cleanly up to 2 years from most
surfaces
• 83# Kraft Layflat liner
Recommended Application Tapes: MACtransfer 210 with medium tack adhesive for medium to large decals
and MACtransfer 220 with high-tack adhesive for small letter and fine lines.
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Additional
Applications
Banners
POP Promotional
Signage
Awnings
Backlit Signs
Logo & Signs
Wall Words
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Rivets
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Complex Curves
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Flat or Curved
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Wall Design
Exterior Windows
Interior Glass
Partitions
& Windows
Marine
Markings
Recommended
Surfaces
• Thermoforming
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• Electronics
• Vehicle Interiors
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• Electronics
• Vehicle Interiors
• Décor
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• Racing Stripes
• Electronics
• Vehicle Interiors
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• Racing Stripes
• Electronics
• Vehicle Interiors
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• Racing Stripes
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• Racing Stripes
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• Indoor Floor
Graphics*
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• Display Graphics
• Floor Graphics*
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Flat Surfaces
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* For correct ASTM C-1028 Laminate see MAC2705 PERMACOLOR® Floor Guide
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Storage of MACmark® Vinyl Films
MACmark cut vinyl marking films have a two year shelf-life when the product is properly stored. MACmark films should be stored
at temperatures between 60-78°F (15-25°C) and a relative humidity of 40 to 60%. MACmark films should not be directly exposed to
high temperatures (near radiators, in direct sunlight, etc.). MACmark vinyl rolls should be kept upright or hung on racks. At no time
should they be placed on their sides as this could lead to a large matte section appearing throughout the entire roll.
Cutting MACmark Vinyl Films
1) Use a knife with a sharp blade.
a. Blunt or worn knives will result in jagged edges.
b. Applying too much pressure when using a blunt knife could result in the knife bouncing
off the backing paper, which means that the adhesive will not be cut all the way through.
2) Cut to the correct depth. The knife should cut all the way through the vinyl and the adhesive.
a. If the cut is not deep enough (the vinyl and/or if the adhesive is not cut all the way through),
the letters and logos that you have cut out could be pulled away during weeding.
b. If the cuts are too deep, then the backing could split when the letters or logos are being
transferred onto the application tape.
Weeding MACmark Vinyl Films
MACtac recommends weeding as soon as the shapes have been cut out. This is because the thickness of the adhesive layer could
result in it “resealing” itself if the vinyl is left for several hours before wedding, or if it has been exposed to temperatures above 78°F
(25°C). For best weeding results, use a peeling angle of approximately 30° and pull at a steady speed.
Applying Application Tape
The application tape should be laminated using a laminator. If this is not possible, then apply
the application tape on a flat, stable surface with a stiff plastic squeegee, working outward from
the center of the graphic. If there are any air bubbles trapped between the tape and the vinyl,
prick them using a needle.
Surface Preparation
If the adhesive does not have full contact with a clean dry surface, it will not stick and will result
in premature failure of the graphic. Even if the surface appears clean, all surfaces should be
cleaned using:
1) Soapy water, then rinse with clean water (do not leave any trace of soap on the surface).
2) Clean away any petrochemical contaminates (tar, oil, grease) using a good automotive cleaner
or wax remover.
3) Wipe down the surface with isopropyl alcohol. Dry the surface using a clean, lint free, dry cloth or paper towel, before the
isopropyl alcohol has had a chance to evaporate.
Applying MACmark Vinyl Films to the Substrate
1) A wet or dry application method can be used.
a. Dry is the most reliable method.
b. When doing the wet method, use a professional application
fluid instead of soap and water.
2) Heat should be used when applying graphics over rivets, curves and corrugations.
Finishing your MACmark Graphic
1) Seams will hold moisture and flex resulting in a pre-mature failure of the graphic.
a. Slit seams the entire length of the substrate.
b. Do not caulk the seam of the graphic or it will not adhere.
2) Edge sealing is required whenever the graphic is will be exposed to liquids that can attack the adhesive.
a. Use a brush and edge sealing varnish, brush along the edge in a smooth, continuous motion.
Make sure the entire edge is sealed.
3) Clean the graphics.
a. Use a wet non-abrasive type cleaner, similar to those used for painted graphics. If you use a
strong acid, alkaline or solvent cleaner, you will damage your graphic.
Removing MACmark Vinyl
1) Heat the vinyl to a temperature of 160-175°F (70-80°C) using a heat gun or hot air blower (air temperature of +/- 575°F or
300°C).
2) Peel off the MACmark in small pieces (approximately 8” x 10”).
3) Use an approved vinyl removal fluid.
4) Adhesive residue can be removed using a towel soaked in isopropyl alcohol or adhesive remover.
For more information please
visit www.MACtac.com
to download the
MACmark Cut Vinyl
Application Guide (MAC1766)
or call 1-866-622-8223.
Open Image Warranty™ by MACtac® stands behind you when using MACmark marking films. These films have been developed
by MACtac on the basis of more than 30 years of cut vinyl market experience and the benefit of over 50 years of MACtac’s
expertise in pressure sensitive adhesive technology.
MACtac® TAKES YOU THERE.
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MAC2597 ver. 5 (04/14)
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are trademarks of Morgan Adhesives Company
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