Metallic PVC Film Laminated PVC Foam Board pairs a lightweight closed-cell PVC foam substrate with a decorative, metallic-textured PVC surface film. The composite construction utilizes a high-performance polyurethane (PU) reactive hot-melt adhesive applied via an automated roll-to-roll lamination line, securing peel strength and preventing film lifting during CNC routing, V-grooving, and edge banding.
Fabricators use this material as a direct, lightweight alternative to traditional Aluminum Composite Panels (ACP) and brushed metal sheets. The cellular core reduces total panel weight by up to 40% compared to solid metals, lowering structural load and freight costs. The surface layer provides a uniform metallic visual-available in brushed, mirror, and matte finishes-while retaining the screw retention, moisture resistance, and chemical inertness of standard PVC foam boards.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Test Method / Standard | Typical Value |
| Core Material | Free Foam / Celuka PVC | Rigid Closed-Cell PVC |
| Surface Film | Calendered PVC Film | Thickness: 0.12mm - 0.20mm |
| Standard Thickness | ISO 4593 | 3mm, 5mm, 10mm, 15mm, 18mm |
| Density | ISO 1183 | 0.50 g/cm3 - 0.70 g/cm3 |
| Dimensional Tolerance | Length/Width: +/- 2.0mm, Thickness: +/- 0.2mm | |
| Peel Strength (Film to Core) | ASTM D903 | >= 45 N/25mm |
| Fire Retardancy | UL94 / DIN 4102 | UL94 V-0 / B1 Grade |
| Surface Hardness | ASTM D2240 (Shore D) | 45 - 55 Shore D |
| Standard Dimensions | Custom cutting available | 1220 x 2440mm (4'x8'), 1220 x 3050mm |
Key Features
High Peel Strength Lamination: PUR adhesive lamination withstands secondary fabrication stress, preventing edge separation during high-speed CNC routing and sawing.
Reduced Structural Weight: Cellular foam core lowers panel density to 0.50 - 0.70 g/cm3, minimizing load-bearing requirements for wall cladding and suspended displays.
Standard Fabrication Compatibility: Processes using standard woodworking and sign-making tools, including CNC routers, table saws, UV flatbed printers, and cold laminators.
Moisture and Corrosion Resistance: Non-porous PVC core absorbs 0% moisture, preventing swelling, rot, or oxidation in humid or coastal environments.
Consistent Surface Finish: Factory-controlled embossing and coloration deliver uniform batch-to-batch visual matching for multi-unit retail rollouts.
Applications
Retail POP Displays: Countertop displays, shelf talkers, and merchandising units requiring an upscale metallic aesthetic without heavy metal fabrication.
Exhibition & Booth Construction: Modular wall panels, decorative fascia, and reception desk cladding that require rapid on-site assembly and teardown.
Architectural Signage: Dimensional lettering, directional wayfinding panels, and corporate lobby identity walls.
Interior Fit-Outs: Non-load-bearing wall linings, ceiling inserts, and elevator interior accents.
Surface & Finish Options
Brushed Metallic: Linear directional grain mimicking brushed aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium.
Mirror Finish: High-reflectivity surface functioning as a shatter-resistant alternative to glass mirrors in retail environments.
Matte Metallic: Low-glare, fine-textured metallic sheen for industrial and minimalist interior designs.
Color Variations: Standard stock includes Silver, Champagne Gold, Rose Gold, Gunmetal, and Brushed Bronze. Custom color matching requires a minimum order quantity (MOQ) and a physical master sample.
OEM & ODM Customization
Core Density Adjustment: Foam core density ranges from 0.45 g/cm3 (optimized for lightweight signage) to 0.80 g/cm3 (optimized for screw retention and high-impact structural parts).
Film Gauge Selection: Surface PVC film thickness scales from 0.08 mm for cost-sensitive projects to 0.30 mm for high-durability exterior-grade requirements.
Protective Film Application: Factory-applied laser-safe low-tack or medium-tack PE masking protects the metallic finish during transport and CNC processing.
Custom Dimensioning: Panel cutting services available for non-standard widths, lengths, and pre-routed tongue-and-groove joint profiles.
Quality Control
Incoming Raw Material Inspection: Density, melt flow index (MFI), and K-value testing performed on virgin PVC resin batches prior to extrusion.
Adhesion Peel Testing: Destructive peel tests executed every 2 hours on line-edge samples to verify PUR adhesive bond integrity.
Dimensional Verification: Laser-guided automated optical inspection (AOI) checks length, width, thickness, and diagonal squareness tolerances continuously.
Environmental Chamber Testing: Accelerated weathering and thermal cycling tests verify that surface films resist blistering, cracking, or color shift under UV exposure and temperature swings (-20°C to +70°C).
Packaging & Export
Palletization: Boards are stacked flat on heat-treated, fumigation-free solid wood pallets complying with ISPM 15 standards.
Edge Protection: Hard PVC corner protectors and heavy-duty edge guards prevent forklift impact and strapping indentation during transit.
Moisture Barrier: Multi-layer wrapping using inner PE stretch film and outer heavy-duty corrugated cardboard shields sheets from sea mist and humidity during container transport.
Container Loading: Standard 20GP and 40HQ ocean containers are loaded with weight distribution calculations to prevent shifting and cargo damage.
After-Sales Support
Technical Documentation: Full access to Technical Data Sheets (TDS), Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and UL/B1 fire test certificates upon request.
Processing Guidelines: Engineering guides provided for optimal CNC router feeds, speeds, tool bit selections (single-flute carbide), and V-grooving angles.
Defect Resolution Protocol: Standardized RMA workflow requiring photographic evidence and batch number tracking from the protective film print, with technical root-cause analysis reports delivered within 5 business days of claim submission.
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