Product Description
Arlon Series 3170 is a 1.3-mil (35 micron) cast vinyl overlaminate with a clear, permanent pressure-sensitive adhesive — engineered for vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, and intermediate signage that need high conformability and long-term outdoor performance. Rated for 7 years outdoor durability. Available in gloss and matte finishes.
Intermediate Cast Overlaminate Built for Wraps & Long-Term Graphics
Series 3170 is Arlon's intermediate-grade cast overlaminate — the protective layer that pairs with intermediate cast print media for vehicle wraps, fleet lettering, full-coverage graphics, and architectural-grade signage. At just 1.3-mil thick, the cast construction delivers the conformability needed to lay down over rivets, corrugations, channels, and compound curves without lifting or tunneling.
The clear, permanent pressure-sensitive adhesive locks onto printed graphics with strong initial tack and builds bond strength over time, while the cold-laminate design means no heated rollers, no special setup — just run it through any standard roll laminator.
Key Features
- 1.3-mil (35 micron) cast vinyl — thin, conformable facestock for wraps and 3D surfaces
- 7-year outdoor durability — long-term UV, moisture, and weathering protection
- High elongation (≥200%) for stretching into recesses and over curves
- Cold lamination — no heat required on standard roll laminators
- Clear permanent adhesive with progressive bond build (3.5 → 5.5 lbs/in over one week)
- Wide service temperature range: -40°F to 175°F for real-world vehicle and outdoor conditions
- Gloss or matte finish to match creative direction
- 2-year shelf life from factory shipment for confident inventory planning
Ideal Applications
Vehicle & Fleet Wraps
Full and partial vehicle wraps, delivery fleets, food trucks, work vans, and trailers — where conformability over curves and rivets matters.
Intermediate Signage
Long-term outdoor signage, architectural graphics, building wraps, and branded environments with 3–7 year service life expectations.
Kiosks & POP Displays
Premium-feel protection for point-of-purchase displays, branded kiosks, and high-traffic retail graphics.
Corrugated Substrates
Conforms into rivets, channels, and corrugations on trailers, trucks, and industrial surfaces (apply at 60°F+ on textured substrates).
Technical Specifications
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Film Type | Cast vinyl overlaminate, pressure-sensitive |
| Thickness | 1.3 mil (35 micron) |
| Surface Finish | Gloss: 80–90 gloss units (60° reflection) | Matte: 1.5–10 gloss units |
| Adhesive | Clear, permanent pressure-sensitive |
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 6.5 lb/in (≥ 1.2 kg/cm), web direction |
| Elongation | ≥ 200% |
| Peel Adhesion (15 min) | 3.5 lbs/in (0.63 kg/cm) — PSTC-1, 70°F |
| Peel Adhesion (24 hr) | 4.0 lbs/in (0.71 kg/cm) — PSTC-1, 70°F |
| Peel Adhesion (1 week) | 5.5 lbs/in (0.98 kg/cm) — PSTC-1, 70°F |
| Liner Release | 55 g / 2 in (10.83 g/cm) — TLMI Release at 90° |
| Dimensional Stability | < 10-mil (0.25 mm) shrinkage — 158°F / 70°C, 48 hrs |
| Application Temp (Flat) | 40°F to 100°F (4.4°C to 38°C) |
| Application Temp (Corrugated / Rivets) | 60°F to 100°F (15°C to 38°C) |
| Service Temp Range | -40°F to 175°F (-40°C to 79°C) |
| Shelf Life | 2 years from factory shipment (stored at 70°F / 50% RH) |
| Outdoor Durability | Up to 7 years, vertical exposure |
| Lamination Method | Cold lamination — no heat required |
How Series 3170 Compares
| Spec | Arlon 3170 (Cast) | Arlon 3510 (Calendered) |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Cast vinyl | Calendered vinyl |
| Thickness | 1.3 mil | 3.2 mil |
| Outdoor Durability | Up to 7 years | Up to 3 years |
| Elongation | ≥ 200% | ≥ 150% |
| Best For | Vehicle wraps, fleet, long-term signage | Banners, POP, short-term promo graphics |
| Conformability | High — rivets, curves, corrugations | Flat surfaces only |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Buy Arlon Series 3170 from KG Supplies
- Overnight delivery across Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Colorado from our Phoenix warehouse
- Nationwide UPS shipping with rolls kept in stock and ready to ship same-day
- Authorized Arlon distributor — full product warranty, fresh inventory, accurate lot traceability
- Expert wrap and laminator support from our in-house team
Not sure whether 3170 or a premium cast laminate is the right call for your project? Call KG Supplies at (602) 272-8655 or email Sales@kgsupplies.com — we'll help you spec it right the first time.
