Fujifilm

Fujifilm Prescale Sample Ultra Extreme Low Pressure Film

Thin, easy-to-use pressure-indicating film sample that visually reveals pressure distribution between any two contacting surfaces.

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Overview

The Fujifilm Prescale Sample in Ultra Extreme Low pressure grade is a compact 4.2-inch by 3-inch piece of pressure-indicating film designed to let engineers, quality control professionals, and researchers evaluate the technology before committing to larger quantities. When placed between two contacting, mating, or impacting surfaces, the film produces a color change whose intensity corresponds directly to the amount of pressure applied. This provides an immediate, intuitive visual map of how pressure is distributed across the contact area — revealing high-pressure concentrations, uneven loading, or alignment issues that would be invisible to the naked eye.

At just 4 to 8 mils thick, the film is thin enough to conform to curved and irregular surfaces without meaningfully altering the interface being measured. This makes it particularly useful in environments where electronic pressure transducers are too bulky, too invasive, or simply cannot fit. The Ultra Extreme Low grade covers a pressure range of 0.87 to 7.3 PSI, targeting applications where very light contact forces need to be detected and mapped. All Prescale film is guaranteed to have at least 18 months of shelf life at the time of shipment, ensuring reliable results when the film is put to use.

Key Features

This 4.2" by 3" sample allows you to test Fujifilm Prescale, a unique, affordable and easy to use tool.

Reveals distribution & magnitude of pressure between any 2 contacting, mating or impacting surfaces

Extremely thin (4 to 8 mils) which enables it to conform to curved surfaces.

Ideal for invasive intolerant environments and tight spaces not accessible to conventional electronic transducers

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
Product
Prescale Sample
Type
Pressure Indicating Film
Pressure Grade
Ultra Extreme Low
Pressure Range
0.87–7.3 PSI
Dimensions
4.2" x 3"
Thickness
4 to 8 mils
Shelf Life
Minimum 18 months guaranteed

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Provides an immediate visual representation of pressure distribution without needing electronic sensors or software
  • Extremely thin profile at 4 to 8 mils conforms to curved and irregular surfaces for accurate readings
  • Small sample size is ideal for evaluating the product before purchasing full-sized rolls
  • Works in tight spaces and invasive-intolerant environments where electronic transducers cannot be placed
  • Simple to use with no calibration, wiring, or specialized training required

👎 Cons

  • Sample size of 4.2 by 3 inches is only suitable for small-area testing and evaluation, not full production use
  • Measures only the ultra extreme low range of 0.87 to 7.3 PSI, so a different Prescale grade is needed for higher pressures
  • Results are qualitative and visual — precise numerical readings require a separate densitometer or analysis system
  • Single-use film cannot be reset or reused after pressure has been applied

Frequently Asked Questions

This Ultra Extreme Low sample measures pressures in the range of 0.87 to 7.3 PSI, making it suitable for detecting very light contact pressures between surfaces.
The film changes color when pressure is applied — the greater the pressure, the more intense the color. This provides a visual map of both the distribution and magnitude of pressure across the contact area.
This is a 4.2-inch by 3-inch sample piece, intended for testing and evaluation before committing to full rolls of Prescale film.
Yes, the film is extremely thin at 4 to 8 mils, which allows it to flex and conform to curved surfaces without significantly affecting the measurement.
All Prescale films are guaranteed to have at least 18 months of shelf life remaining at the time of purchase.