3M Controltac w/ 8518Lamination (Car Wrap Vinyl) (Sticker / Vinyl Material)

3M Controltac Vinyl w/ 8518 Lamination

3M Controltac Vinyl is a premium cast vinyl film designed for vehicle wraps, graphics, and long-term signage applications. Featuring Controltac™ pressure-activated adhesive and Comply™ air release technology, this vinyl allows installers to reposition graphics easily and achieve a smooth, bubble-free installation.

Controltac adhesive stays repositionable until firm pressure is applied, making it ideal for vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, wall graphics, and complex installations where precision is important.

This material conforms well to curves, rivets, corrugations, and textured surfaces, making it one of the industry standards for professional wrap installers.

Key Features

• Controltac™ pressure-activated adhesive for easy repositioning
• Comply™ air release channels for bubble-free installation
• Excellent conformability over curves and rivets
• Long-term durability for indoor and outdoor use
• Ideal for vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, decals, and signage
• Compatible with eco-solvent, latex, and UV printing
• Clean removability with heat

Common Applications

• Full vehicle wraps
• Partial vehicle wraps
• Fleet graphics
• Wall graphics
• Window graphics
• Decals and stickers
• Long-term outdoor signage

Durability

• Outdoor durability: Up to 7+ years (printed and laminated applications vary)
• Removability: Removable with heat