How To Choose The Right UV Sandblasting Film | Thickness Selection Guide And Tips

How To Choose The Right UV Film Thickness

UV film comes in several thicknesses and the right one depends on several factors:

• The material: The type of substrate you will be sandblasting on is one of the main factors in determining the appropriate film thickness. For example, if you're sandblasting on tile or stone, you should choose a thicker film because the sandblasting process will take longer.
• Depth: The required sandblasting depth also influences the choice of foil. For surface matting, a thinner foil is sufficient, while for deep sandblasting, a thicker foil should be chosen.
• Detail: always remember that you cannot sand a line deeper than it is wide. If your motif is very detailed, it is necessary to use a thinner film. If you use a thicker foil, lines that are too fine may not appear. If you want to use a thicker foil, it is advisable to adjust the graphic to increase the thickness of the too-thin lines.

Comparison of UV films by thickness

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Choosing a UV Film For Sandblasting

Our range includes an extensive selection of UV films to suit a wide range of sandblasting needs. We understand that selecting the right film thickness can sometimes be difficult, so we have prepared the handy guide above as a reference tool. Most of the foils can be found on our e-shop, we are already preparing the less frequent ones for you.

Even after reading the article, are you unsure about choosing the right type of foil for your project? No problem, contact us and we will be happy to help and advise you with your choice.

This topic is also part of our seminar Glass Sandblasting From A to Z.

Article written by:

Katarína Porubová

Sandblasting stencils, Custom decals