Product Description
Metamark MD5-GB – High Performance Blockout Digital Vinyl with MetaGlide®
Metamark MD5-GB is a premium 70 µm polymeric calendered print film featuring MetaGlide® micro-channel air-release and a grey blockout adhesive for fast, clean installs with excellent opacity. Delivers vibrant prints on Solvent, Eco-Solvent, UV and Latex devices with up to 7-year unprinted durability (vertical). For best results, pair with MetaGuard 700 matched overlaminate.
Key Features
- MetaGlide® micro-channel adhesive for quick positioning and bubble-free installs
- Grey blockout stops show-through on windows, panels, and existing graphics
- Outstanding print performance across Solvent / Eco-Solvent / UV / Latex
- Lay-flat liner helps prevent tunneling or delamination
- 7-year unprinted durability (vertical, per datasheet)
Technical Specifications
| Film Type | Polymeric calendered PVC, 70 µm (≈2.75 mil) |
|---|---|
| Adhesive | MetaGlide® micro-channel, grey blockout, solvent-based acrylic |
| Liner | Structured lay-flat PE (~140 gsm) |
| Finish / Color | White Gloss (print receptive) |
| Durability (unprinted) | Up to 7 years (vertical) |
| Ink Compatibility | Solvent, Eco-Solvent, UV, Latex |
| Application Temperature | +5 °C to +40 °C (Service −30 °C to +110 °C) |
| Typical Roll Sizes | 54" × 50 yd (1.37 m × 50 m); 60" width availability may vary |
| Fire Rating | BS EN 13501-1: Class B |
| Shelf Life | 2 years (10–20 °C / 50% RH, in original packaging) |
Typical Applications
- Vehicle & fleet panels (flat to gentle curves)
- Retail windows & POP where show-through must be blocked
- General outdoor signage and display graphics
- Exhibition, wayfinding, and wall graphics (suitable surfaces)
Application & Handling Tips
- Acclimate media to room conditions before printing or installation
- Allow prints to out-gas fully before laminating or installing
- Apply to clean, dry, suitable substrates; test low-energy plastics first
Available Options
- Finish: Gloss White
- Widths: 54" (1.37 m) standard; 60" (1.6 m) in selected regions
- Lengths: 50 yd (50 m) rolls; select 25 m rolls may be available
Pair It With
- MetaGuard 700 Overlaminate – matched polymeric laminate for MD5 prints (gloss/lustre/matte)
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Note: Specifications are provided as a guide. Always test the product on your substrate and printer profile prior to full production.