Heat Seal Parameters for ExpressPrint® Label Tape

Standard application conditions: Temperature: Upper platen (with Teflon): 410º F Lower platen (with silicone sponge): 400º F Time: 8 seconds Alternate low-temperature application conditions: Upper platen (with Teflon): 360º F Lower platen (with silicone sponge): 360º F Time: 10 seconds Pressure (for both of the above conditions): The goal is to achieve a net pressure of 20 to 30 psi. Note that this is the pressure between the platens, not at the gauge . The pressure setting required at the gauge to produce a given pressure at the platen will depend on the size of the machine's air cylinder and on the platen (i.e. iron) being used. Recommended settings for some of the more popular models/configurations are as follows: Texas Automation ES-32/ES-42 with 4"x6" platens: Set to 80 p.s.i. gauge. Texas Automation ES-32/ES-42 with 3 "x5" platens: Set to 65 p.s.i. gauge. Texas Automation ES-32/ES-42 with 2 "x4" platens: Set to 40 p.s.i. gauge. Penn Wizard with 4 "x6" platens: Set to 60 p.s.i. gauge. Natmar EasySeal with 4"x6" platens: Set to 60 p.s.i. gauge. Natmar EasySeal with 3 "x4" platens: Set to 35 p.s.i. gauge. Thermopatch LS-11/LS-12 with 4"x5" platens: Set to 60 p.s.i. gauge. If your machine is not listed above, please contact Penn Emblem for guidance.