CRYOVAC D-955
SHRINK FILM
Product of SealedAir
D-955
Shrink
Film has been specially formulated by Cryovac scientists to
meet the demand for a shrink film with exceptional toughness
combined with excellent merchandisability. It can well be
described as a "work-horse" film: tough, durable, with the
versatility to be used in a wide range of applications.
Superior abuse and puncture resistance
make D-955 ideal for packaging products that must survive
rough handling in distribution, such as multipackaging for
warehouse clubs. Its high shrink energy tightly unitizes
multiple items, often eliminating the need for supporting
trays or banding.
Because of its wide range of shrink
properties, D-955 Shrink Film performs equally well for
unusual-shape objects, window boxes, and heavy products with
premium add-ons or "pack-ons." The film's excellent memory
prevents it from relaxing under fluctuating temperatures.
This same memory feature is especially important if a
product is handled a great deal while on retail display; the
package stays taut and wrinkle-free.
Exceptional tensile strength enables
D-955 Shrink Film to be used in thinner gauges than competitive
films while delivering the same degree of protection. It
also produces very high-integrity seals over a broad
temperature range, and runs at excellent speeds on various
types of packaging equipment.
At the point of sale, D-955
Shrink Film outperforms other shrink films in merchandising appeal with
excellent optics. Its exceptional clarity (both see-through
and contact), high gloss and sheen impart a premium look to
consumer products, giving them a distinct advantage in eye
appeal.
Film Highlights
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Type of Material.
Extremely tough, multilayer, cross-linked
polyolefin. |
Appearance.
Superior clarity, gloss and sheen give products
maximum appeal at point of sale.
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Machineability.
Medium to high slip enables it to be run on
various types of equipment: centerfold,
reverse-fold and form-fill seal machines.
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Toughness.
Superior abuse and puncture resistance; can be
used in thinner gauge.
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Forms available.
Singlwound (SW) in widths to 63"; centerfolded
(CF) in widths to 58"
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Gauges.
60, 75, 100 and 125. |
Sealing techniques.
Impulse, constant heat, electrostatic. |
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Comparative Properties Chart |
Gauge |
60 |
75 |
100 |
125 |
Minimum Use Temp. |
-60 deg. F. |
Maximum Storage Temp.
(two years maximum) |
90 deg. F. |
Shrink Temp. , Air |
250-350 deg. F. |
Density @ 73 deg. F.
(g/cc) |
0.922 |
Haze (%) |
2.4 |
2.6 |
2.7 |
2.7 |
Gloss (%) |
87.3 |
88.2 |
88.8 |
86 |
Ball Burst Impact
Strength (cm/kg) |
17.7 |
21.7 |
28.5 |
30.3 |
Oxygen Transmission Rate
(cc/m*m/24hrs., 73 deg. F., 1 atm) |
8,548 |
6,726 |
4,941 |
3,350 |
Water Vapor Transmission
Rate
(gms/100 sq. in./24 hrs., 73 deg.
F., 100% RH) |
1.38 |
1.09 |
0.82 |
0.74 |
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LD* |
TD** |
LD* |
TD** |
LD* |
TD** |
LD* |
TD** |
Tensile Strength
(psi) |
14,300 |
17,300 |
15,400 |
16,800 |
15,200 |
17,900 |
14,700 |
16,400 |
Elongation at Break
(%) |
120 |
105 |
130 |
110 |
140 |
110 |
155 |
135 |
Modulus of Elasticity
(psi) |
50,100 |
55,800 |
52,500 |
57,200 |
52,900 |
58,600 |
47,400 |
52,800 |
Tear Propagation
(gms) |
6.1 |
4.6 |
8.7 |
7.1 |
13.2 |
9.5 |
17.5 |
14.5 |
Unrestrained Shrink
(%)
@200 deg. F.
@220 deg. F.
@240 deg. F.
@260 deg. F. |
13
21
47
78 |
19
30
54
78 |
16
24
51
78 |
18
30
56
79 |
13
20
48
77 |
22
35
59
76 |
9
20
62
76 |
20
32
66
77 |
Note: These are typical values for Cryovac films.
They are intended for use as limiting
specifications.
*Longitudinal Direction **Transverse Direction
This information
represents Cryovac's best judgement base on work
done, but Cryovac & AJM or AJM, Inc. assumes no
liability whatsoever in connection with the use of
information or findings contained herein.
D-955 complies with the
requirements of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetics
Act, as amended, for the packaging of all foods,
with the exception of high alcoholic substances, at
temperatures of 100 degrees C. and below.
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