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Triangle Void Polyester
Label Products
FMV01202 • FMV01402
Technical Data
February, 2007
Product Description
3M™ Triangle Void Polyester Label Products FMV01202 and FMV01402 are a tamperindicating stock designed to provide a triangle pattern in the facestock when removal is
attempted. These label products utilize 3M™ Adhesive P1410 which is an aggressive
tackified emulsion acrylic adhesive that offers excellent adhesion to a wide variety of
substrates, including polyolefins.
Construction
Product Number
Facestock
Adhesive
Liner
3M label product
FMV01202
.002 in. Silver Triangle
Void Polyester TC
P1410
Perm. 18
50# SC Remoist
3.1 mil semi-bleached
super calendered kraft sheet
3M label product
FMV01402
.002 in. White Triangle
Void Polyester TC
P1410
Perm. 18
50# SC Remoist
3.1 mil semi-bleached
super calendered kraft sheet
(Calipers are nominal values)
Typical Physical
Properties
Note: The following technical information and data should be considered representative
or typical only and should not be used for specification purposes.
Adhesion properties determined per TLMI Method using 1.0 mil polyester with 0.9 mils
of adhesive on a stainless steel panel.
Peel Adhesion
3.0 lbs./in. (528 N/m)
TLMI Method, 180° Peel, 12"/min., 1" wide sample
Loop Tack
1.8 lbs./in. (316 N/m)
TLMI Method, 12"/min., 1" wide sample
1.0 hour
TLMI Method, 0.25 in.2 x 500g
Shear
Adhesive Coat Weight
Liner Release
1.75 g/100 in.2 ± 10%
3M Method E10MFP01
15 to 50 g/2 in.
TLMI Method, 180° removal, 300 in./min.
Service Temperature
Application Temperature
Features
-20°F to 240°F (-29°C to 115°C)
40°F to 120°F (5°C to 49°C)
• Meets CONEG requirements.
• Adhesive dry ingredients are listed by FDA as indirect food contact additives when
used in food packaging with minimum opportunity for exposure. See 21 CFR 175.105.
• Liner is designed for high-speed die cutting and matrix stripping. Not recommended
for sheet on press applications. This liner has been remoisturized after silicone coating
to restabilize the sheet and reduce side curl.
3M™ Triangle Void Polyester Label Products
FMV01202 • FMV01402
Printing
• Gloss topcoat is designed to be printable with a variety of film inks and thermal
transfer ribbons. The following inks and thermal transfer ribbons have been
evaluated and found to give excellent adhesion when tested with 3M™ Tape 610
and 3M™ Tape 810. However, press conditions vary and proper evaluation using
your specific conditions is critical and highly recommended for successful ink and
ribbon adhesion.
Supplier UV Inks
XSYS Print Solutions
Environmental Inks
Nazdar
Norcote
Water Based
XSYS Print Solutions
Water Ink Technologies
Environmental Inks
Wykoff Inks
Solvent Based
Siegwerk Ink
Nazdar
Thermal Transfer
Ribbon Supplier
Armor
DNP
iimak
Ricoh
Sony
Application Ideas
Ink Series
UNV80071
USC50022
USC10031
Ultra Kote 1800 OPV
PSST-3952
02-022, 80049, 02304, 021019
Printing Process
Letterpress
Screen
Screen
Flexo
Screen
Screen
HMF80071
HMF90100
MHF30004
WFLO 42976
Aqua Polyscreen Plus
Aqua Poly Cup
SCF 6551
Flexo
Flexo
Flexo
Flexo
Flexo
Flexo
Flexo
FCTB65L2
FCTD65L4
FCTE65L3
FCTH65L5
GV124
Flexo
Flexo
Flexo
Gravure
Screen
Ribbon Series
AXR7 +
W137-C
M-250
R510-W
SP330, DC400
Prime Mark, PM350
B110A
BC110C
3022, 4085 Plus
4070
4075
Ribbon Type
Resin
Wax
Wax/Resin
Resin
Resin
Wax/Resin
Wax/Resin
Resin
Wax
Resin (UV+)
Resin
• Tamper-indicating labels and seals for packaging applications.
• Non-transferable durable goods label.
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3M™ Triangle Void Polyester Label Products
FMV01202 • FMV01402
Die-Cutting
It is recommended that the user test for the presence of the triangle pattern on every roll
of label seals as they process them, to insure the product quality and consistency. Which
can be done by laminating a label seal to an untreated polyester film test surface. The
label seal should be wiped down with a squeegee, allowed to dwell 10 minutes, and
then removed to observe the presence and functions of the triangle pattern on both the
facestock and the substrate. It is also recommended that the user test each lot of label
seals on the actual application surface to assure the function of the “void” message.
Dispensing
As care should be taken not to disturb the tamper-indicating feature by pre-destructing
the triangle void pattern when manually removing the label from the liner, slowly
remove the liner from the label at a 90° angle. It is recommended that the user test
samples for each roll of label seals by laminating a representative label seal to the
specific application surface to assure its function meets expectations. This test can be
run after 10 minutes dwell; however, final judgement should be based on 72 hours
dwell at room temperature prior to testing.
Application
The tamper-indicating mechanism (i.e. the “void” message both on the facestock
and on the substrate) depends upon adequate adhesion of the label to the substrate.
A sufficient bond may not develop on all surfaces due to low surface energy (e.g.
PTFE), contaminated or textured surfaces. Therefore, it is important to determine the
suitability of the product in the intended application by carefully pretesting. The
primary function of the products is to effect a non-transferable (non-reusable) label
seal by causing the “void” message to appear on the facestock when removal from the
substrate is attempted. As a result of the primary function, a “void” message is also
transferred to the substrate and can be removed by hand rubbing or by solvent wiping.
Our tamper-indicating product line is designed to indicate tampering by destructing
when an attempt is made to remove the label. Since no tamper-indicating feature is
100% tamper proof, careful consideration must be taken when designing label seals.
When the consequences of tampering could be severe, such as injury or loss of human
life or significant monetary loss, these products are not recommended as the sole
means of package or product tamper indication. In these instances, additional
methods in combination with the labels should be considered so that the tamperindicating features are commensurate with the requirements of the application.
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3M™ Triangle Void Polyester Label Products
FMV01202 • FMV01402
Storage Conditions
Store under normal conditions of 70°F (21°C) and 50% relative humidity. To
minimize the effects of humidity on the products, package the die-cut and printed
stock in polyethylene bags. Low density polyethylene (2-4 mils) can help prevent
humidity penetration.
Shelf Life
To obtain best performance, use this product within two years from the date of
manufacture.
Product Use
All statements, technical information and recommendations contained in this document are based upon
tests or experience that 3M believes are reliable. However, many factors beyond 3M’s control can affect
the use and performance of a 3M product in a particular application, including the conditions under
which the product is used and the time and environmental conditions in which the product is expected to
perform. Since these factors are uniquely within the user’s knowledge and control, it is essential that the
user evaluate the 3M product to determine whether it is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for the
user’s method of application.
Warranty and
Limited Remedy
Unless stated otherwise in 3M’s product literature, packaging inserts or product packaging for individual
products, 3M warrants that each 3M product meets the applicable specifications at the time 3M ships the
product. Individual products may have additional or different warranties as stated on product literature,
package inserts or product packages. 3M MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF
DEALING, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE. User is responsible for determining whether the 3M product
is fit for a particular purpose and suitable for user’s application. If the 3M product is defective within the
warranty period, your exclusive remedy and 3M’s and seller’s sole obligation will be, at 3M’s option, to
replace the product or refund the purchase price.
Limitation of Liability
Except where prohibited by law, 3M and seller will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the
3M product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential, regardless of the legal theory
asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability.
ISO 9001: 2000
This Industrial Adhesives and Tapes Division product was manufactured under a 3M quality system registered to ISO 9001: 2000 standards.
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