There are two basic types of laminators:
Hot Laminators:
These are the most common types of laminators. They use heat (220 - 300 degrees F) to apply the lamination.
Hot laminators provide a better quality lamination that is more resistant to wear and tear. This is the preferred method of lamination for materials that are not affected by heat.
Cold Laminators:
Cold laminators, such as the Cool Laminator shown above, use pressure sensitive adhesives to bind the lamination film.
Cold laminators are used when the material being laminated is sensitive to heat. For example, some ink jet printers use inks that can melt when heated. There are other types of printers that use heat sensitive paper. For these types of applications the cold laminator is the best choice.
