Chromaline Pro/Cap 38, 26"x30' Roll Cap Film
38-micron pre-sensitized diazo capillary film designed for durable stencil production, excellent edge definition, and consistent screen printing performance with plastisol and solvent-based inks.
Characteristics
Chromaline Pro/Cap 38 Capillary Film is a premium pre-sensitized diazo capillary film engineered for screen printers who demand consistent stencil thickness, sharp image reproduction, and long-lasting durability. The 38-micron film produces a controlled emulsion layer that helps eliminate coating inconsistencies commonly associated with liquid emulsions while delivering reliable results on both manual and automatic printing presses.
Designed for compatibility with plastisol and solvent-based ink systems, Pro/Cap 38 offers outstanding film penetration and adhesion to properly prepared mesh, creating durable stencils capable of handling long production runs with minimal stencil breakdown. Its uniform coating thickness helps improve print consistency from screen to screen while reducing setup variability.
The 38-micron thickness is recommended for mesh counts between 200 and 305, making it an excellent choice for general-purpose textile printing, simple graphics, underbases, name drops, and medium ink deposits. It provides an ideal balance between image definition and ink coverage for a wide range of commercial screen printing applications.
Because the emulsion layer is manufactured to a precise thickness, Pro/Cap 38 simplifies stencil production while helping reduce coating errors, exposure inconsistencies, and reclaiming challenges. The result is faster screen preparation, repeatable stencil quality, and dependable print performance throughout production.
- Pre-sensitized diazo capillary film
- 38-micron (1.5 mil) stencil thickness
- Produces uniform stencil thickness for consistent print quality
- Excellent edge definition and image sharpness
- Superior film penetration and mesh adhesion
- Durable enough for long production runs
- Compatible with plastisol and solvent-based inks
- Recommended for 200–305 mesh counts
- Ideal for underbases, name drops, simple graphics, and general textile printing
- Easy-to-use roll format measuring 26" × 30'
- Reduces coating inconsistencies compared to liquid emulsions
- Economical solution for repeatable stencil production
- Thoroughly degrease and rinse mesh before applying capillary film.
- Lightly wet the screen to activate capillary action before laying down the film.
- Remove the carrier sheet only after the film has completely dried.
- Perform exposure tests whenever changing mesh count, exposure unit, or artwork.
- Store unused film in its original packaging in a cool, dry environment away from heat and humidity.
- Handle film with clean, dry hands to avoid contamination prior to exposure.
- Follow Chromaline exposure and reclaiming recommendations for maximum stencil life.
