Fujifilm

Fujifilm LLLLLW (5LW) Prescale Ultra Extreme Low Pressure Film

12.6 in

Map ultra-low surface pressure from 0.87 to 7.3 PSI with instant, permanent color-change indication.

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Overview

The Fujifilm LLLLLW (5LW) Prescale Ultra Extreme Low Pressure Film is a precision diagnostic tool designed to visualize contact pressure between any two mating, touching, or impacting surfaces. Operating in the 0.87 to 7.3 PSI range, this film is engineered for applications where even minimal pressure differences matter—such as heat seal planarity verification, roller set parallelism checks, lamination press calibration, and impact analysis. When placed between two surfaces, the film produces an instant, permanent color change that maps both the magnitude and distribution of pressure across the entire contact area.

The film ships on a compact roll measuring 1 foot by 12.6 inches and is thin enough to conform to contoured surfaces without altering the pressure interface. It can be cut with scissors or laser to match any application geometry. The color intensity is directly proportional to the applied pressure, providing a reliable visual record that can be analyzed immediately on-site or preserved for documentation and comparison. With a guaranteed 18-month shelf life, this Prescale film is a practical addition to any quality assurance or engineering toolkit focused on surface contact optimization.

Key Features

Characterize surface pressure between any two mating, touching, or impacting surfaces. Roll length and width are 1 ft x 12.6 in (2 m x 310 mm)

Prescale provides a surface pressure “map” that illuminates actual pressure magnitude (in precise PSI or kg/cm^2) and distribution between your two surfaces. The pressure range for this film is 0.87 - 7.3 PSI (0.06 - 0.51 kg/cm²)

Prescale reveals the contact surface pressure by virtue of a color change. This color change is instantaneous (less than a millisecond) and permanent

Prescale comes on a roll, is super thin, and can easily be cut from the supplied roll with scissor or laser to your precise application requirement

The color intensity of the film is directly related to the amount of pressure applied to it

All films guaranteed to have 18 months of shelf life available.

Specifications

Brand
Fujifilm
Film Type
Ultra Extreme Low (LLLLLW / 5LW)
Pressure Range
0.87 – 7.3 PSI (0.06 – 0.51 kg/cm²)
Roll Length
1 ft (2 m)
Roll Width
12.6 in (310 mm)
Color Change Speed
Less than 1 millisecond
Color Change
Permanent
Shelf Life
18 months guaranteed

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Provides a visual pressure map showing both magnitude and distribution across the entire contact area.
  • Color change is instantaneous and permanent, allowing detailed post-analysis without time constraints.
  • Ultra-thin film conforms to surfaces and can be cut to any shape for precise application fit.
  • Covers the ultra extreme low pressure range of 0.87–7.3 PSI for sensitive contact analysis.
  • Guaranteed 18-month shelf life ensures reliability when stored for future use.

👎 Cons

  • Roll dimensions of 1 ft x 12.6 in may be insufficient for large-surface applications without purchasing multiple rolls.
  • Single-use film cannot be reset or reused once pressure has been applied.
  • Requires a separate Prescale analysis tool or color reference chart to convert color intensity to precise PSI values.
  • Sensitive to environmental factors such as humidity and temperature, which can affect accuracy if not stored properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

This film measures surface pressure in the ultra extreme low range of 0.87 to 7.3 PSI (0.06 to 0.51 kg/cm²).
The film changes color instantly—in less than a millisecond—when pressure is applied. The color intensity corresponds directly to the amount of pressure, and the change is permanent for later analysis.
The roll measures 1 foot in length by 12.6 inches in width (2 meters x 310 mm).
Yes, Prescale is super thin and can easily be cut from the roll with scissors or a laser to match your exact application requirements.
All Prescale films are guaranteed to have at least 18 months of shelf life remaining at the time of purchase.