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HEXIS Chrome Custom Print Vinyl Wrap
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Create custom chrome vehicle wraps, metallic graphics, and specialty designs with HEXIS KROMPRINT Printable Chrome Vinyl Wrap Film, professionally printed by Printara. This high-performance, multi-layered cast film features a silver mirror-like surface designed to give printed graphics a distinctive chrome appearance.
Featuring HEXIS HEX'PRESS air-release adhesive technology, KROMPRINT combines repositionable application characteristics with a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive for easier installation. Its specialized construction is designed for temporary vehicle wraps, custom automotive graphics, and approved curved surfaces.
Unlike traditional white printable vinyl, HEXIS KROMPRINT provides a reflective chrome background that influences the appearance of printed colors, creating eye-catching metallic effects for custom graphics and vehicle designs.
Why Choose HEXIS KROMPRINT?
- Mirror-Like Chrome Finish: Features a highly reflective silver surface that creates a distinctive metallic appearance for custom printed graphics.
- Multi-Layered Cast Construction: High-performance 125-micron film designed for specialty chrome wrapping applications.
- HEX'PRESS Technology: Structured adhesive allows air to escape during installation, helping reduce bubbles and wrinkles.
- Repositionable Application: Allows installers to adjust positioning during dry application before establishing full adhesion.
- Specialty Conformability: Designed to accommodate approved curves and certain three-dimensional surfaces, including compatible riveted and welded areas.
- Permanent Acrylic Adhesive: Solvent-based, pressure-sensitive adhesive provides dependable adhesion to compatible surfaces after installation.
- Custom Printable Chrome: Designed for compatible digital printing processes, allowing printed graphics to incorporate the chrome surface.
- Temporary Vehicle Wrap Applications: Engineered for specialty vehicle graphics and temporary wraps when installed according to HEXIS requirements.
What Can HEXIS KROMPRINT Be Used For?
HEXIS KROMPRINT is designed for specialty printed chrome graphics where a mirror-like finish is desired. Its printable construction and relative conformability make it suitable for approved automotive and decorative graphic applications.
- Full Vehicle Wraps : Create temporary custom chrome vehicle wraps featuring metallic designs and specialty printed artwork. Application suitability depends on the vehicle contours and printed graphic construction.
- Partial Vehicle Wraps : Add printed chrome graphics to compatible hoods, doors, side panels, and selected automotive surfaces.
- Custom Chrome Accents: Create specialty graphics for approved vehicle trim, mirrors, and decorative components where the film can be installed within its conformability limits.
- Fleet Graphics : Produce specialty chrome logos, promotional accents, and metallic branding for compatible commercial vehicles and promotional fleets.
- Promotional Vehicle Graphics: Create distinctive chrome designs for event vehicles, promotional campaigns, automotive displays, and specialty projects.
- Decorative Displays & Signage: Produce custom chrome graphics for approved flat displays, decorative panels, and specialty advertising.
Application Note: HEXIS KROMPRINT is designed for temporary vehicle wrapping and approved specialty applications. Complex three-dimensional installations require a compatible printing and lamination construction. Excessive stretching, heat, or improper installation may affect the chrome appearance.
Professional Custom Printing by Printara
Printara provides professional large-format printing for wrap shops, automotive restyling businesses, graphic designers, sign companies, and independent installers. Upload your artwork, company branding, custom patterns, or specialty designs and have them printed on genuine HEXIS KROMPRINT Chrome Film.
The film's mirror-like surface creates a different printed appearance than standard white vinyl. Colors can take on a metallic look, while unprinted areas retain the chrome appearance. Final results depend on artwork, ink coverage, lighting, and the selected laminate.
Printara offers printing options including standard 6-color printing and 11-color Ultra Sharp HD Printing, subject to available product selections. For color-critical projects, printed samples are recommended before ordering large quantities.
Want sharper details and more vibrant prints? Learn more about our 11-Color Ultra Sharp HD Printing and how different printing options can affect your finished graphics.
Printing Compatibility: HEXIS specifies latex and UV inkjet printing for two-dimensional applications, and latex inkjet printing for three-dimensional applications. Printing with other ink systems may fall outside the manufacturer's supported constructions.
Material Specifications
| Manufacturer | HEXIS |
| Product | KROMPRINT |
| Film Type | Multi-Layered Cast PVC Film |
| Film Appearance | Silver Mirror Chrome |
| Base Finish | Gloss |
| Film Thickness | 125 Microns (Approx. 4.9 Mil) |
| Adhesive | Solvent-Based, Permanent Acrylic |
| Adhesive Technology | HEX'PRESS |
| Air Release | Structured Air-Egress Adhesive |
| Conformability | Approved Curved & 3D Surfaces |
| Manufacturer Roll Width | 1370 mm (Approx. 54 in) |
| Manufacturer Printing | Latex / UV (2D); Latex (3D) |
| Application Method | Dry Installation |
View Complete HEXIS KROMPRINT Media Specifications →
Lamination & Finish Options
Customize the appearance and protection of your printed HEXIS KROMPRINT chrome graphics with Printara's available finishing options. The selected laminate can significantly change the reflective appearance of the chrome film, allowing different levels of shine and specialty visual effects.
- Gloss: A high-shine finish that emphasizes the reflective, mirror-like appearance of the chrome surface.
- Satin: A smooth, low-sheen finish that softens reflections while maintaining a distinctive metallic appearance.
- Matte: A non-gloss finish that minimizes reflections and creates a more subdued metallic look.
- Avery Gloss Clear Sparkle: A specialty gloss finish featuring a subtle sparkle effect that adds visual depth to printed chrome graphics.
- Gloss Plus Protection Film: An enhanced protection option with a glossy appearance, designed to provide additional surface protection for printed graphics.
- Satin Plus Protection Film: An enhanced protection option with a smooth satin appearance, combining softer reflections with additional surface protection.
Important: HEXIS identifies PC300 and PC500G2 as compatible graphic protection options for certain latex-printed 3D applications. Other laminates may change the chrome appearance, conformability, and warranty eligibility. Printara's available finish options should not automatically be considered manufacturer-approved constructions.
Installation Considerations
HEXIS KROMPRINT requires careful installation to maintain its mirror-like appearance. Although the film is designed for approved curved and three-dimensional surfaces, stretching, heating, and installation techniques can affect the finished result.
- Install on clean, dry, smooth, and compatible surfaces.
- Use the dry application method required for HEX'PRESS adhesive technology.
- Follow HEXIS recommendations for application temperature, heating, and post-heating.
- Avoid excessive stretching or overheating that may cause chrome discoloration, whitening, or surface distortion.
- Use appropriate installation techniques around curves, rivets, and three-dimensional surfaces.
- Verify compatibility with vehicle driver-assistance sensors before covering related areas.
- Follow the manufacturer's current instructions for printed and laminated chrome constructions.
Printing & File Preparation Guides
Need help preparing your artwork or understanding how your custom print is calculated? Scroll down to our Guides section below for step-by-step instructions on:
- How to set up your print file for production.
- How to create contour cut lines for custom-cut graphics.
- How square footage is calculated for printing and pricing.
Estimating a project? Use our Printara Project Cost Calculator to estimate material requirements and costs for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can HEXIS KROMPRINT chrome vinyl be custom printed?
Yes. HEXIS KROMPRINT is specifically designed as a printable chrome film. Printara offers custom printing for specialty chrome graphics, vehicle designs, and promotional applications. HEXIS specifies latex or UV printing for 2D applications and latex printing for three-dimensional applications.
Can HEXIS KROMPRINT be used for full vehicle wraps?
Yes. HEXIS identifies KROMPRINT as a film designed for temporary full vehicle wraps. However, complex curves and three-dimensional applications require appropriate printing, lamination, and installation techniques. Always confirm compatibility with the intended vehicle surfaces.
Will printed colors look different on chrome vinyl?
Yes. Unlike standard white printable vinyl, HEXIS KROMPRINT has a reflective silver chrome surface that influences printed colors. Artwork, ink coverage, lighting conditions, and laminate selection can all affect the final appearance. Printed samples are recommended for color-critical projects.
How long does HEXIS KROMPRINT last outdoors?
Outdoor durability depends on the printing process, laminate, application, exposure, and installation conditions. HEXIS publishes performance ratings for specified KROMPRINT constructions, but those ratings do not automatically apply to every custom printed and laminated combination. Review the current manufacturer technical documentation for the applicable graphic construction.
Additional Manufacturer Resources
For official specifications, supported printing technologies, approved applications, and installation requirements, visit the Official HEXIS KROMPRINT Product Page .
You can also review the HEXIS KROMPRINT Technical Data Sheet for detailed material and installation specifications.
HEXIS KROMPRINT is a specialty chrome film designed for approved printed graphic applications. Printing process, laminate selection, substrate compatibility, installation methods, and environmental exposure can affect appearance, durability, and manufacturer warranty eligibility. HEXIS specifies particular ink technologies for two-dimensional and three-dimensional applications. Always review current technical documentation before installation.
Wholesale Pricing Available
Wholesale Pricing Available
For print shops and installers
Wholesale pricing for your next big project
Order custom prints and other Printara products at wholesale pricing. If you are not yet a wholesale customer, apply below to get started.
Apply for wholesaleCustom print discounts
Your discount is based on the total square footage of custom prints in your order. The highest tier reached applies.
| Custom print order size | Discount |
|---|---|
| 100–299 sq ft | 3% off |
| 300–499 sq ft | 5% off |
| 500–999 sq ft | 7% off |
| 1,000–1,499 sq ft | 9% off |
| 1,500 sq ft or more | 12% off |
10% off other products
Wholesale customers receive 10% off all other products. Services, including graphic design and installation, are excluded.
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Guides
How to set up your print file
How to set up your print file
File size and artwork dimensions
- Maximum file size: 1 GB.
- Artwork width: Make your artwork at least 0.5″ narrower than the media you select. For example, artwork printed on 60″ media should be no wider than 59.5″.
- Artwork size: Set up your file at the size you want it printed whenever possible. Smaller-scale files are accepted too. If you send a smaller file, tell us the final print size and scale in your order comments.
- Raster image resolution: Make sure your image has enough resolution for its final print size. Enlarging a low-resolution image can make it look blurry or pixelated.
Color
For standard artwork: We recommend sending RGB artwork with the sRGB IEC61966-2.1 color profile embedded. This gives our print software a consistent reference when converting colors for the selected printer and material.
For artwork using Printara Colors: Use the LAB values shown for the color. In Illustrator, create a LAB-defined spot-color swatch and keep it as a spot color in your vector file and production PDF. Preserving the spot-color definition is the preferred way to carry the Printara color target into production.
Prepare your artwork
- Images: Use an image resolution that suits the final print size. Low-resolution images may look blurry or pixelated.
- Fonts and placed images: In vector files, convert fonts to outlines, curves, or paths. Embed any images placed in your file.
- Artboard: Crop the artboard closely around your full design. Any blank space inside the artboard may be included in the printed output.
Accepted file types
We accept PDF, PSD/PSB, TIFF, JPEG, PNG, AI, EPS, and SVG files. To preserve Printara LAB spot colors, submit vector artwork or a PDF with spot colors retained. For raster artwork, submit a Lab-mode PSD, PSB, or TIFF.
Before you submit
Please send files that are ready to print. If your file is smaller than the intended print size, include the final size and scale in your order comments.
Printara may decline files that do not meet these guidelines. We do not review or correct every submitted file, so please check your artwork before sending it.
Need help with your artwork?
Our design team can help prepare or create your artwork. Submit a custom graphic design request.
How to set up contour cut lines
How to set up contour cut lines
- File should be supplied in AI, EPS, SVG, or PDF format with vector contour lines.
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IMPORTANT: Contour lines must be assigned as a Spot Color named 'CutContour'.
To assign a spot color using Adobe Illustrator:
- Open the Swatches Palette. If the Swatches Palette is not readily visible, you may need to open it by selecting Swatches from the Windows menu.
- Click the 3 horizontal lines in the upper right corner of the Palette, and select New Swatch. This opens the New Swatch dialog.
- Enter CutContour as the name of the new swatch. This needs to be spelled exactly as shown here.
- Select Spot Color from the Color Type drop-down menu, and use the slider bars to create a color. The color is not important since it will not be printed.
- Click OK to close the dialogs.
- Select your cut paths and assign your new swatch color to those paths.
Note: You may use any vector-based drawing program you want. These instructions are specific to Adobe Illustrator. Most drawing programs will follow a similar process. If you have trouble, see the Help Files in your drawing program.
- Contour lines and print image must be supplied in the same file.
- Contour files must be at least 2" less than width of print media.
- Opacity of CutContour lines MUST be at 100%.
- DO NOT hide the CutContour layer or turn off the option to print.
Taking these steps allows us to seamlessly assign your CutContour lines. If followed correctly, the CutContour lines will NOT print. Failure to follow guidelines may result in delayed processing time.
PNG file types with transparent backgrounds are acceptable, but not recommended. Please be aware that PNG files work in a RGB colorspace, and WILL be converted to CMYK when sent to print. We are not responsible for any inaccuracy or color shift that occurs as a result of the conversion.
How square footage is calculated
How square footage is calculated
How Print Square Footage Is Calculated
Our products are priced by the amount of print media required to produce your project. Because your artwork is printed from a roll, the square footage used may be different from the finished square footage of your graphic.
Square Footage Is Based on the Media Used
Your print is produced from a fixed-width roll of media. This means your order is calculated using the amount of media required to produce the print — not just the finished area of the graphic itself.
36″ × 72″ Graphic Example
A 36″ wide graphic is produced on 48″ wide media. Even though the finished graphic is only 36″ wide, the full 48″ width of media is used for the 72″ print length.
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Projects That Require Panels
If your project is too wide to print in one piece, the calculator can divide it into overlapping panels.
Panels include a fixed 1″ overlap. The calculator determines the media width, orientation, number of panels, and total material required.
Already Know Your Square Footage?
Use the Square Footage tab instead of entering finished dimensions.
Enter the square footage you need and select the desired media width. The calculator will show the approximate length of material that square footage represents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my calculated square footage larger than my graphic?
Do I need to select the correct media width myself?
Can my artwork be rotated to use less material?
How much smaller should my artwork be than the media?
What happens if my artwork cannot fit on one piece of media?
No Manual Math Required
Enter your finished dimensions on the product page and the calculator will determine the media required for your print.