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Film Slitting Services

We provide high-precision film slitting services for plastic films, adhesive tapes, laminated constructions, and specialty materials requiring exact width control and contamination-free processing. From ultra-thin polymer films to engineered adhesive constructions, we ensure dimensional accuracy, clean edges, and dependable roll quality.

Precision Specialty Film Slitting Capabilities

Our slitting equipment is engineered for high-accuracy film and tape processing up to 13 inches wide, with strict control over width, tension, and roll quality.

Slitting Specifications

  • Maximum master roll width: 13″
  • Width tolerance: ±.010″
  • Custom blade configurations for material-specific performance
  • Precision tension control to prevent stretching or deformation
  • Roll-to-roll processing capability

Our proprietary blade configuration allows us to significantly outperform the industry standard tolerance of ±1/32″ — ensuring superior downstream consistency for stamping, die-cutting, lamination, or automated assembly.

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Optional Corona Treatment for Adhesion Optimization

For applications requiring enhanced surface energy and improved bonding performance, we offer corona treatment prior to slitting.

Benefits of corona treatment:

  • Increased surface wettability
  • Improved adhesive bonding
  • Better ink or coating adhesion
  • Enhanced lamination performance

By integrating corona treatment directly into the workflow, we ensure films are optimized before conversion — reducing secondary handling and improving consistency.

Materials We Process

QDP slits a wide variety of film and tape materials, including:

  • Polyester (PET) films
  • Polyimide films
  • Polyethylene (PE)
  • Polypropylene (PP)
  • Adhesive-backed films
  • Multi-layer laminated constructions
  • Conductive and EMI shielding films
  • Specialty industrial tapes

If you have a unique film construction or custom laminate, our engineering team will evaluate compatibility and recommend the appropriate blade and tension setup.

Industry Applications

Electronics & HDD Components

Our legacy in producing vibration dampers for hard disk drive assemblies has driven our expertise in ultra-precision film and adhesive processing. We understand the importance of contamination control, dimensional accuracy, and material integrity.

Aerospace & Defense

Precision-slit films used in shielding, insulation, and lightweight structural applications demand consistent width control and defect-free surfaces.

Industrial & Automotive Electronics

High-volume electronic assemblies rely on slit film materials for insulation, EMI protection, and thermal management.

What Sets QDP Apart in Film Slitting?

  • Unmatched Precision: Our proprietary slitting blade configuration enables us to hold a ±.010” width tolerance, far superior to the industry standard of ±1/32”.
  • Cleanroom Processing: All film slitting is conducted in a Class 10,000 cleanroom to ensure contamination-free results.
  • Optional Corona Treatment: For applications requiring enhanced adhesion, corona treatment can be applied before slitting.
  • Industry Expertise: Our extensive experience in producing materials for HDD vibration dampers gives us a competitive edge in precision slitting for plastic films and tapes.

Our Film Slitting Process

  1. Material review and engineering consultation
  2. Blade selection and setup configuration
  3. Corona treatment (if required)
  4. Precision rewind slitting
  5. Cleanroom inspection and roll packaging
  6. Shipment with controlled handling procedures

Partner With QDP for Precision Film Slitting

If your application demands tight tolerances, cleanroom processing, and consistent roll quality, QDP delivers the precision and reliability your production line depends on.

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