Handling and storage
For 30 µm and 50 µm NanoPaper. Keep storage, conditioning and support consistent throughout your evaluation.
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A printable reference for storage, preparation, support and inspection.
Storage
Sealed and dry
Keep sheets in sealed protective pouches at room temperature in a dry environment. Avoid condensation, high humidity and elevated storage temperatures.
Flat and supported
Store and transport sheets flat between rigid backings. Keep contact surfaces clean and protect printable faces from abrasion.
Clean contact
Use clean gloves and handle sheets by the edges. Keep oils, moisture and dust off the surface. Reseal unused sheets promptly.
Redrying and restrained flattening
| Operation | Standard condition | Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| Redrying | 60 °C · 30 minutes | Use when moisture pickup is suspected or a controlled preparation history is needed. |
| Restrained flattening | 105 °C · 15 minutes | Use a hot press, between plates, with clean, smooth protective contact layers against the NanoPaper. |
Record press pressure, protective layers and cooling procedure for your setup.
Processing
Record material thickness, TDS revision, side, preparation history and ambient conditions. Use flat support and suitable restraint; check for uneven heating and contamination from contact layers.
Processing examples
Silver inks
150 °C for 30 minutes
Copper ink
TLC 5500T setting 200 °C
Six passes; estimated cumulative residence time ≈30 s.
These examples describe selected ink systems.
Ink, equipment, support, loading and exposure profile can affect color, curl and printed function. Explore thermal processing and color or review the technical data sheets.
Inspection
- Inspect for discoloration, curl, surface damage and changes in handling. Stop a trial if smoke, scorching, rapid darkening or severe curl occurs.
- After heating, let the material re-equilibrate under recorded ambient conditions before assessing flexibility.
- Measure adhesion and the relevant electrical or device function. Save the results, photographs and process history together.