Labocosmetica ARMORIUS PPF (Matt) is a premium paint protection film manufactured in South Korea, engineered specifically for professional installers who require uncompromising performance. Constructed from advanced aliphatic polycaprolactone Lubrizol TPU and a high-performance Ashland PSA adhesive system, it combines a flat matt finish with extreme physical resistance and advanced self-healing technology.
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Key Performance & Installer Benefits
- Dual-Action Self-Healing: Room-temperature healing corrects micro-swirls instantly, while thermal activation quickly clears deeper surface scratches to maintain a flawless, textured appearance.
- Authentic Matt Finish: Delivers a low 10–15% gloss rating for optimal light diffusion. This preserves the paintwork's visual uniformity with a true matt transparency, offering a flat, authentic, OEM-like finish without unwanted gloss or visual distortion.
- UV & Yellowing Resistance: Proven to resist fading and discolouration through more than 3,000 hours of rigorous QUV simulation testing. Backed by a 10-year warranty against yellowing, structural defects, and loss of clarity.
- Stable, Predictable Adhesion: Features a pressure-sensitive, repositionable transparent matt acrylic adhesive with an initial tack of 8 N/25mm (curing to 15 N/25mm after 24 hours). This ensures a bubble-free installation, reduced silvering or edge lifting, and clean, residue-free removal.
- Advanced Hydrophilic Performance: Formulated with a specialized hardcoat that controls water behaviour specifically on matt surfaces, ensuring uniform drying and reducing unsightly water spots or surface marks.
- Environmental Protection: Offers strong protection against acids, alkalis, water, stone chips, and dirt adhesion, preventing deterioration without altering the specific matt texture.
- Versatile Compatibility: Perfectly suited for transforming standard gloss paintwork or protecting existing wrapped surfaces while maintaining an authentic look.
Technical Specifications
- Base Materials: Lubrizol Aliphatic TPU | Ashland Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA)
- Roll Format: 152 cm x 15 m (Optimised for seamless full-panel coverage)
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Total Layering Build:
- TPU Base + Hard-Coat + Adhesive Layer: 186µm
- PET Release Liner: 75µm
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Mechanical Tolerances:
- Hard-Coating Elongation: 90–115% (Matt-optimised coating engineered for high flexibility and reduced cracking risk)
- Tensile Elongation: 90–115%
- Delamination Resistance: ≤0.35 N/25 mm
Application & Environmental Requirements
- Method: Wet application only.
- Optimal Conditions: Temperature range of 15–25°C with a humidity level between 40–80%.
- Surface Preparation: Paintwork must be thoroughly washed and decontaminated. Labocosmetica recommends preparing the vehicle with #Libera and #Renova, and using #Lubrifica as the dedicated installation slip solution.
- Curing & Aftercare: Instruct the client to avoid washing the vehicle for 7 days post-installation. An optional Armorius-specific ceramic coating can be applied afterwards to further extend durability and hydrophobic performance.
Frequently Asked Questions — Labocosmetica ARMORIUS PPF MATT
Q: Does ARMORIUS PPF yellow over time?
A: No. Labocosmetica ARMORIUS features an aliphatic polycaprolactone Lubrizol TPU base designed for extreme UV stability. It has been proven to resist fading and discolouration through intensive QUV simulation testing and is backed by a 10-year anti-yellowing warranty.
Q: Can ARMORIUS PPF be applied on wrapped or gloss finishes?
A: Yes. The Matt film is specifically engineered to provide a flat, uniform, OEM-like consistency, making it ideal for protecting factory matt paintwork (often designated as matte by manufacturers), existing wraps, or transforming a standard high-gloss finish into a deep matt look without altering the underlying colour.
Q: How does the self-healing property work on this paint protection film?
A: ARMORIUS PPF utilises a dual-action healing topcoat. Superficial micro-scratches and wash swirls disappear naturally at room temperature. For deeper surface defects, mild thermal activation—such as a heat gun, hot water, or direct sunlight—restores the matt surface to a flawless, smooth appearance.
Q: What makes ARMORIUS PPF different from conventional TPU films?
A: Unlike standard films, ARMORIUS combines a premium Lubrizol TPU base with an Ashland Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA). This combination yields a highly flexible, matt-optimised coating that ensures smoother squeegee work and significantly reduces the risk of film cracking, silvering, or edge lifting during complex installations.
Q: What is the recommended surface preparation for Labocosmetica PPF?
A: For professional, bubble-free adhesion, the substrate must be completely decontaminated. Labocosmetica recommends preparing the vehicle paintwork with #Libera and #Renova, using #Lubrifica as the dedicated slip solution during the wet application, and optionally sealing the edges with an Armorius ceramic coating.
Q: How long should a client wait to wash their car after a PPF installation?
A: To allow the Ashland acrylic adhesive to achieve its full cure strength (moving from an initial 8 N/25mm tack to its final 15 N/25mm bond), the vehicle should not be washed for at least 7 days post-installation. The ambient application environment should be maintained between 15–25°C with 40–80% humidity during the install for optimum curing.