Anodized Aluminum
Use these general guidelines to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label. The appearance and longevity of your label requires appropriate materials and consideration of the environment in which it will be used. Contact Drake Industries at quotes@drake.com for detailed specifications. Anodized aluminum is well-suited for industrial tags or identification plates like the one pictured below.  |
| Physical Properties |
| Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces |
No |
| Suitable for Flat and Curved Surfaces |
Flat Surfaces |
| High Temperature Resistance |
Yes |
| Dimensional Stability |
Yes |
| Water Resistance |
Excellent |
| UV Resistance |
Excellent |
| Chemical and Solvent Resistance** |
Excellent |
| Other |
| Common uses include: Nameplates, Dials, Instruction Labels, ID Plates |
| Available in thickness from .003" to .032" |
| Meets Military Standards (Mil-P-15024F and Mil-P-19834B, types I & II) |
| Printing Colors: Black (Other Colors Available) |
| Processes: Screen Printing, Die Cut to Customer Design and Waste Material Removed |
| UL PGDQ2, Component - Marking and Labeling Systems File Number (MH 14125 R) |
| Adhesives for Labels in Sheets (Other Adhesives Available): |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 907) |
2 mil |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic LSE (DI 908) |
3.5 mil |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 901) |
5 mil |
| Options |
| Serial and Variable Data** |
No |
| Barcodes** |
No |
| Interior Cutout Size and Shape |
Any |
| Clear windows Size and Shape |
N/A |
| Exterior Shape |
Any |
| Stamp On Surface (.020 or above suitable for stamping) |
Yes |
Proper adhesive should be chosen based on the specific application.
**For Barcode, Serial and Variable data and the highest chemical and solvent resistance needs we recommend the Metal Photo® process for photo sensitive anodized aluminum.
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Photo Sensitive Anodized Aluminum
Use these general guidelines to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label. The appearance and longevity of your label requires appropriate materials and consideration of the environment in which it will be used. Contact Drake Industries at quotes@drake.com for detailed specifications. Photo sensitive anodized aluminum is used in the MetalPhoto® process and is one of the most durable labeling products available.   |
| Physical Properties |
| Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces |
No |
| Suitable for Flat and Curved Surfaces |
Flat Surfaces |
| High Temperature Resistance (750º F-1000ºF) |
Yes |
| Dimensional Stability |
Yes |
| Water Resistance |
Excellent |
| UV Resistance (using UV resistant ink) |
Excellent |
| Chemical and Solvent Resistance |
Excellent |
| Abrasion Resistance (Taser Abraser w/ CS17 wheel 1000 gm. load, 7000 cycles) |
Yes |
| Other |
| Common uses include: ID plates |
| Available in thickness from .003" to .032" |
| Meets Military Standards (Mil-P-15024D and Mil-P-19834B, types I & II) |
| Printing Colors: Black |
| Processes: Metal Photo®, Die Cut to Customer Design and Waste Material Removed |
| UL PGDQ2, Component - Marking and Labeling Systems File Number (MH 14125 R) |
| Adhesives for Labels in Sheets (Other Adhesives Available): |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 907) |
2 mil |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 908) |
3.5 mil |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 901) |
5 mil |
| Options |
| Serial and Variable Data |
Yes |
| Barcodes |
Yes |
| Interior Cutout Size and Shape |
Any |
| Clear Windows Size and Shape |
N/A |
| Exterior Shape |
Any |
| Stamp On Surface (.020" or above suitable for stamping) |
Yes |
Proper adhesive should be chosen based on the specific application.
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Polycarbonate/Lexan®
Use these general guidelines to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label. The appearance and longevity of your label requires appropriate materials and consideration of the environment in which it will be used. Contact Drake Industries at quotes@drake.com for detailed specifications.
Polycarbonate film is manufactured with various finishes and thicknesses. The most commonly used thickness is .010" in thickness with a matte finish. Clear finish is also available.
In addition, polycarbonate compounds are available with the option of including UV and/or fire resistance. Polycarbonate/Lexan® can be made into various labeling products like the overlay pictured below.  |
| Physical Properties |
| Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces |
No |
| Suitable for Flat and Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| High Temperature Resistance |
Excellent |
| Dimensional Stability |
Excellent |
| Water Resistance |
Good |
| UV Resistance |
Limited |
| Chemical and Solvent Resistance |
Good |
| Abrasion Resistance |
Good |
| Other |
| Colors Available: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, White, Blue, Brown, Black. PMS Color Matching Available |
| Available with Fire and UV Resistance |
| Common uses include Branding and Recognition Labels, Instruction Labels, ID Plates, Nameplates, Dials, Overlays/Panels and Serial Number Tags |
| Processes: Silk Screened or Digitally Printed, Die Cut to Customer Design and Waste Material Removed |
| UL PGDQ2, Component - Marking and Labeling Systems File Number (MH 14125 R) |
| CSA Canadian Standards Listed LR 32470 |
| Adhesives for Labels in Sheets (Other Adhesives Available): |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 907) |
2 mil |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic LSE (DI 908) |
3.5 mil |
| Pressure Sensitive Acrylic HSE (DI 901) |
5 mil |
| Other thicknesses are available (5 mil, 10 mil, 20 mil) |
| Options |
| Serial and Variable Data (Digital Press Only) |
Yes |
| Barcodes (Digital Press Only) |
Yes |
| Interior Cutout Size and Shape |
Any |
| Clear Windows Size and Shape |
Any |
| Exterior Shape |
Any |
| Write On Surface** |
Yes |
| Optional Finish/Overlay in Matte or Clear |
Proper adhesive should be chosen based on the specific application.
☼Continuous exposure to UV light may cause discoloration. We recommend polyester for extreme outdoor exposure.
**Write on surface capabilities with an additional polyester overlay.
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Polyester
Use these general guidelines to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label. The appearance and longevity of your label requires appropriate materials and consideration of the environment in which it will be used. Contact Drake Industries at quotes@drake.com for detailed specifications. Polyester labels, like those pictured below, are extremely durable.   |
| Physical Properties |
| Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| Suitable for Flat and Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| High Temperature Resistance |
No |
| Dimensional Stability |
Good |
| Water Resistance |
Good |
| UV Resistance¤ |
Yes, with UV ink |
| Chemical and Solvent Resistance |
Good |
| Abrasion Resistance |
No |
| Other |
| Common uses include Barcode Labels/Tags, Asset Tags, Regulatory Labels and Warning/Instructional Labels |
| Available in thicknesses .002" - .010" |
| Up to 9" x 9" |
Colors Available: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, White, Blue, Brown, Black
PMS Color Matching Available |
| Processes: Thermal Transfer, Die Cut to Customer Design and Waste Material Removed |
| Available in Sheets or Rolls |
| Adhesives contingent upon Sheet or Roll |
| Options |
| Serial and Variable Data |
Yes |
| Barcodes |
Yes |
| Interior Cutout Size and Shape |
Any |
| Clear Windows Size and Shape |
Any |
| Exterior Shape |
Any |
| Write On Surface |
Yes |
| Optional Finish/Overlays Available |
Proper adhesive should be chosen based on the specific application.
☼ UV coatings are also available in addition to using UV ink. We recommend considering the life of your product when choosing polyester. Lexan® is a good alternative when longevity is required.
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Vinyl
Use these general guidelines to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label. The appearance and longevity of your label requires appropriate materials and consideration of the environment in which it will be used. Contact Drake Industries at quotes@drake.com for detailed specifications. Vinyl labels, like the red warning label pictured below, are best suited for interior use.  |
| Physical Properties |
| Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| Suitable for Flat and Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| High Temperature Resistance |
No |
| Dimensional Stability |
No |
| Water Resistance |
Yes |
| UV Resistance (3-5 year life) |
Yes |
| Chemical and Solvent Resistance |
No |
| Abrasion Resistance |
No |
| Other |
| Available only in rolls |
| Available in thicknesses .002" - .010" |
| Options |
| Banners, Large Graphics |
Yes |
| Interior Cutout Size and Shape |
No |
| Clear Windows Size and Shape |
No |
| Exterior Shape |
Any |
| Write On Surface |
Yes |
Proper adhesive should be chosen based on the specific application.
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Tamper Resistant - Void
Use these general guidelines to achieve the desired visual effect and durability for your label. Contact Drake Industries at quotes@drake.com for detailed specifications. Achieving the desired effects for your label in terms of appearance and longevity requires the correct materials and consideration of the environment in which the label will be exposed. Standard tamper proof / tamper resistant / warranty void labels are typically polyester.  |
| Physical Properties |
| Suitable for Compound Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| Suitable for Flat and Curved Surfaces |
Yes |
| High Temperature Resistance |
No |
| Dimensional Stability |
Good |
| Water Resistance |
Good |
| UV Resistance |
Yes, with UV ink |
| Chemical and Solvent Resistance |
Good |
| Abrasion Resistance |
No |
| UL PGDQ2, Component - Marking and Labeling Systems File Number (MH 14125 R) |
| CSA Listed LR 32470 |
| Other |
| Available in .002" thickness, Rolls Only |
| Base Material White and Silver Only |
| Adhesive for Labels in Rolls: .0008 mil Permanent Pressure Sensitive |
| Processes: Thermal Transfer, Die Cut to Customer Design and Waste Material Removed |
| Options |
| Serial and Variable Data |
Yes |
| Barcodes |
Yes |
| Asset Tags/Plates |
Yes |
| Exterior Shape |
Any |
Proper adhesive should be chosen based on the specific application.
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