Vinyl Wrap Heat Gun Checkering

Stretch the vinyl where applicable to ensure the best and smoothest installation.

Vinyl wrap heat gun checkering.

Once everything is set how you want it use your heat gun to get the vinyl pretty hot. Must also use an infrared thermometer in unison with the heat gun to be able to measure the vinyl s temperature during the post heating process. The heat causes the vinyl to become flexible which will cause it wrap around edges very easily and seamlessly. We offer the highest definition images printed at high resolution on an exclusive combination of materials specifically designed for durability uv protection and easy cleaning.

Gunskins camo wraps are made from a high performance heat activated vinyl. Post heating is a technique of heating the vinyl wrap in all areas where it has been stretched to conform to channels and recesses and also the trim edges. It also stabilizes the face of the vinyl in the key areas where it has been manipulated. This wrap is very protective and produces a smooth and gloss like finish.

Post heat the vinyl with a heat gun to secure it. Most vinyl will lose memory around 180 fahrenheit 90 degrees celsius once it reaches that temperature the memory dies. Allow your wrap to set for 24 hours after post heating it. You must use a heat gun.

In a cooled state the material is somewhat stiff and flat. In order to properly wrap around curves and contours hit the vinyl with an even source of heat from the heat gun. When storing vinyl try not to expose the film to heat sources radiators heaters. At pgw we design high performance premium vinyl wraps that you apply to your choice of firearm.

Diy heat gun 6 6ft cable 300w dual temperature portable hot air gun for diy craft embossing shrink wrapping pvc drying paint clay rubber stamp multi function hand hold heat tools by abunro 11 50 11. Move your heat gun in a sweeping motion in 6 8 inches 15 20 cm sections making sure the vinyl is secured firmly in any recesses or channels. The vinyl will not change in size and shrink down when hot but rather will become flexible and soft making it easier to bend stretch and press into place. The heating allows the adhesive to flow and form a secure bond with the substrate.