• Arlon DPF 510GTX/MTX is a 3.2-mil (80 micron) calendered digital print vinyl with patented X-Scape Technology® air-egress liner — engineered for fast, bubble-free installations and a smooth, paint-like finish. Tinted permanent adhesive provides excellent opacity for covering existing graphics. Compatible with Eco-Solvent, Solvent, UV, and Latex ink systems and HP Latex Certified. Available in Gloss and Matte finishes. Rated for 3 years outdoor durability (unprinted).

    • DPF 510GTX/MTX - 3.2-mil Calendered, Gloss or Matte White, Tinted Permanent PSA, Low Profile X-Scape Technology®

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    $287.95

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    SKU:
    DPF 510GLX/MLX
    Condition:
    New
    Availability:
    Manufacture Drop Ship - Ships within 48 hours if in stock at Manufacture (FREE SHIPPING)
    Width:
    54.00 (in)
    Height:
    6.00 (in)
    Depth:
    6.00 (in)
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    Product Description

    Arlon DPF 510GTX/MTX is a 3.2-mil (80 micron) calendered digital print vinyl with patented X-Scape Technology® air-egress liner — engineered for fast, bubble-free installations and a smooth, paint-like finish. Tinted permanent adhesive provides excellent opacity for covering existing graphics. Compatible with Eco-Solvent, Solvent, UV, and Latex ink systems and HP Latex Certified. Available in Gloss and Matte finishes. Rated for 3 years outdoor durability (unprinted).

    X-Scape Technology® HP Latex Certified 3-Year Outdoor Durability Calendered, 3.2-mil Gloss + Matte

    Bubble-Free Calendered Print Film for Short-Term Graphics

    DPF 510GTX/MTX is Arlon's value-tier calendered digital print vinyl, engineered for sign shops and print providers who need a reliable, fast-installing film for short-term promotional graphics. The 3.2-mil calendered construction handles flat and gently curved applications, while the tinted gray permanent adhesive provides the opacity needed to cover existing graphics — a critical feature for retail re-skins and event-cycle work where you're applying over older signage.

    What makes the GTX/MTX version stand out from standard calendered films is the X-Scape Technology® air-egress liner. Microscopic air channels in the release liner allow trapped air to escape during installation, eliminating bubbles, fisheyes, and the rework that comes with them. Installers describe the resulting finish as "paint-like" — smooth, even, and free of the cosmetic defects that plague standard calendered installs.

    What is X-Scape Technology®?

    X-Scape Technology® is Arlon's patented low-profile air-egress liner system. The release liner is engineered with microscopic air channels that allow trapped air to vent out during installation — eliminating bubbles and reducing rework. The result is a smooth, paint-like finish on flat and gently curved surfaces, with significantly faster installation times compared to standard calendered films. The "low profile" engineering means the channels don't telegraph through the printed graphic.

    Key Features

    • X-Scape Technology® air-egress liner — bubble-free installations and faster install times
    • 3.2-mil (80 micron) calendered vinyl — substantial film with good handling characteristics
    • Tinted gray permanent adhesive — superior opacity for covering existing graphics
    • Solvent-based adhesive — far stronger adhesion and cohesion than water-based alternatives
    • Lay-flat polycoated liner — feeds cleanly through printers and laminators
    • Compatible with all major ink systems: Eco-Solvent, Solvent, UV, and Latex
    • HP Latex Inks Certified for guaranteed compatibility and color performance
    • Gloss or Matte finish options to match creative direction
    • 3-year outdoor durability (unprinted) — printed durability depends on ink system
    • Consistent performance with high-heat printers for reliable production runs

    Choose Your Finish

    510GTX (Gloss)

    70–90 Gloss Units

    High-gloss finish for maximum color saturation and visual impact. The standard choice for retail promotions, POP displays, and signage where vibrant color delivers the message.

    510MTX (Matte)

    Up to 30 Gloss Units

    Low-glare matte finish for environments where reflection control matters. Popular for indoor signage, trade show graphics, and applications where overhead lighting would create gloss reflections.

    Ink Compatibility

    DPF 510GTX/MTX is engineered with consistent ink receptivity across all major print platforms:

    Eco-Solvent
    Solvent
    UV
    Latex

    The film is specifically certified for HP Latex Inks, ensuring color consistency and adhesion performance on HP Latex print platforms. Consistent performance with high-heat printers makes 510GTX/MTX a reliable choice for shops running multiple ink platforms.

    Ideal Applications

    Short-Term Signage

    Interior and exterior promotional signage, retail graphics, event signage, and seasonal campaigns where 1–3 year service life is appropriate.

    POP & Trade Show Graphics

    Point-of-purchase displays, trade show booths, retail end-caps, and branded environments — anywhere fast bubble-free installation matters.

    Decals & Stickers

    Custom-cut decals, branded stickers, vehicle decals, and small-format graphics where the X-Scape liner makes hand-application clean and fast.

    Partial Vehicle Graphics

    Door graphics, lettering, partial wraps, and decals on simple-to-moderate curves. (See note on vehicle wrap warranty below.)

    Re-Skin Projects

    The tinted gray adhesive provides enough opacity to cover existing graphics — ideal for retail re-skins and seasonal campaign refreshes without removing the previous install.

    Wall Graphics & Window Lettering

    Indoor and outdoor wall graphics, window lettering, branded environments, and storefront promotional graphics on flat surfaces.

    On Vehicle Wraps: DPF 510GTX/MTX is not warranted for full vehicle wraps. Customers have had success applying it on simple to moderate curves for partial wraps and vehicle decals, but for full wraps and complex 3D surfaces, use one of Arlon's intermediate or premium cast films (Arlon DPF 6000XRP, DPF 4500, etc.) paired with a cast overlaminate.

    Technical Specifications

    Property Typical Value
    Film Type Calendered digital print vinyl, pressure-sensitive
    Thickness 3.2-mil (80 micron)
    Surface Finish Gloss (GTX): 70–90 GU  |  Matte (MTX): Up to 30 GU (60° reflection)
    Adhesive Tinted gray, solvent-based, permanent pressure-sensitive
    Release Liner Lay-flat polycoated with low-profile X-Scape Technology® air-egress channels
    Tensile Strength ≥ 12 lb/in (≥ 2.14 kg/cm), web direction
    Elongation ≥ 150%
    Peel Adhesion (15 min) ≥ 1.50 lb/in (≥ 0.26 kg/cm) — PSTC-1, 70°F (21°C)
    Liner Release 70 g / 2 in (13.8 g/cm) — TLMI Release at 90°
    Dimensional Stability 10-mil (0.25 mm) — 158°F / 70°C, 48 hrs
    Application Temp Range 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C) — clean, dry substrate
    Service Temp Range -20°F to 150°F (-29°C to 65°C)
    Shelf Life 1 year from factory shipment (stored at 70°F / 50% RH)
    Outdoor Durability Up to 3 years (unprinted); printed durability depends on ink system
    Ink Compatibility Eco-Solvent, Solvent, UV, Latex (HP Latex Certified)
    Roll Widths 54" (1.37 m) / 60" (1.52 m) / 63" (1.6 m)
    Roll Length 50 yards (45.72 m)
    Compatible Overlaminate Arlon Series 3510 (economy calendered)

    Recommended Overlaminate Pairing

    Pair DPF 510GTX/MTX with Arlon Series 3510 for added abrasion resistance and a complete 3-year outdoor system. The 3510 is Arlon's economy calendered overlaminate — purpose-built as the value-tier protective film for short-term promotional graphics, matching 510GTX/MTX's outdoor durability rating and price point.

    For longer-term installations or applications requiring UV inhibitors, step up to Arlon Series 3420 (premium calendered, 5-year durability with UV inhibitors and three finish options).

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is X-Scape Technology®? X-Scape Technology® is Arlon's patented air-egress liner system. The release liner has microscopic air channels engineered into it — when you apply the film, trapped air vents out through the channels instead of forming bubbles. The result is faster installation, fewer cosmetic defects, and a smooth paint-like finish on the installed graphic.
    Can I use 510GTX/MTX for vehicle wraps? Not for full wraps — Arlon does not warranty 510GTX/MTX for full vehicle wraps. It will work on simple-to-moderate curves for partial wraps, lettering, decals, and door graphics, but for full vehicle wraps you should use a cast print film (Arlon DPF 4500, 6000XRP, or similar) paired with a cast overlaminate.
    What's the difference between GTX and MTX? The construction is identical — same 3.2-mil calendered vinyl, same X-Scape liner, same tinted adhesive. The only difference is the surface finish: GTX is Gloss (70–90 GU) for high color saturation; MTX is Matte (up to 30 GU) for glare-free environments.
    Why is the adhesive tinted gray? The light gray tint provides opacity — it blocks the visibility of whatever's underneath the graphic. This is especially valuable for retail re-skins and seasonal campaigns where you're applying new graphics over old ones without removing the previous install. Clear adhesive would let the old graphic show through.
    What inks can I print on it? All four major print platforms: Eco-Solvent, Solvent, UV, and Latex. The film is specifically certified for HP Latex Inks. Consistent ink receptivity across systems makes 510GTX/MTX a flexible choice for shops running multiple printers.
    How long will printed graphics last outdoors? The unprinted film is rated for up to 3 years outdoor durability. Printed durability depends on the ink system used — solvent and latex typically perform closer to the unprinted rating, while eco-solvent may have shorter service life depending on exposure conditions. UV-resistant inks paired with a UV-inhibiting overlaminate (like Arlon 3420) extend printed life.
    What overlaminate should I use? For value-tier short-term graphics, pair with Arlon Series 3510 (economy calendered, 3-year matched durability). For longer service life or three-finish flexibility, step up to Arlon Series 3420 (premium calendered with UV inhibitors, 5-year durability, gloss/satin/matte).
    What roll sizes are available? DPF 510GTX/MTX is stocked in 54", 60", and 63" widths, all in 50-yard (45.72 m) roll lengths.
    What's the application temperature? 50°F to 90°F (10°C to 32°C) on a clean, dry substrate. Cooler installations risk poor initial tack and adhesion failure; warmer installations can cause adhesive to be too aggressive and reduce repositionability.
    What's the shelf life? 1 year from factory shipment when stored in the original box at 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity.

    Why Buy Arlon DPF 510GTX/MTX from KG Supplies

    • Overnight delivery across Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Colorado from our Phoenix warehouse
    • Nationwide UPS shipping with both Gloss and Matte finishes kept in stock
    • Authorized Arlon distributor — full product warranty, fresh inventory, accurate lot traceability
    • Print & laminator support — we'll help you spec the right print film + overlaminate combination for your project

    Need help comparing Arlon's print films or pairing 510GTX/MTX with the right overlaminate for your next project? Call KG Supplies at (602) 272-8655 or email Sales@kgsupplies.com.

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