Product Comparison

KOMACEL, KOMATEX, KOMACEL PLUS, KOMACEL PLUS EMBOSSED, KOMAALU and KOMAFOAM are excellent products. However, they do have differences that make one more suitable for certain applications. The following is a comparative overview of the significant attributes of each product.

komacel
komatex
komacel plus
Smooth, hard, glossy finish both sides Smooth matte finish both sides High impact and structural strength
High impact and structural strength Wide range of Thicknesses and widths Available in 48 x 96 sheets; 48 x 120 upon request
Available in 48” widths and 96” and 120” lengths Water- and chemical-resistant: will not rot, corrode or delaminate 10, 13, 16, 19 mm
Wide range of Thicknesses (9) 12 vibrant colors (3 mm and 6 mm) Ideal for digital printing
Light weight Black available ( 2 mm, 3 mm, 6 mm, 12.7 mm, 19 mm) Great wood replacement
Resistant to water and most chemicals White available (1 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10mm, 12.7 mm, 25 mm) Build cabinets
Interior and exterior applications Easy to form, die-cut, print and fabricate Great for laminating faux wood finishes
Flame-tested UL>-94-VO (self-extinguishing) Flame-tested UL-94-VO
(self-extinguishing)
Can be stained
  Superior interior and limited exterior applications Light weight
  Custom sizes and colors available Resistant to water and most chemicals
    Interior and exterior applications
    Flame-tested UL>-94-VO (self-extinguishing)
     

komacel plus embossed
komaalu
komafoam
High impact and structural strength Film masking both sides for added protection Lightweight, rigid panel
Available in 48 x 96 sheets; 48 x 120 upon request Great for fabrication Low-density polystyrene foam core
10, 13, 16, 19 mm Ideal for exterior applications High quality facing paper, coated bleached liner and black draft liner
Ideal for digital printing Available in most popuar sizes - 2mm 4x 8; 3mm 4x8, 4x10 and 5x10; 3mm white/black; 3mm white/silver Available in 40" x 60" and 48" x 96" sizes
Great wood replacement Excellent ink adhesion on digital prints 1/8" and 3/16" thicknesses
Build cabinets Accepts vinyl and screen printing Excellent for Die Cutting, Screen Printing and Digital Printing
faux wood finish Holds shape well in harsh conditions  
Can be easily stained    
Light weight    
Resistant to water and most chemicals    
Interior and exterior applications    
Flame-tested UL>-94-VO (self-extinguishing)    
     
KOMAFOAM Product Information

komacel plus embossed
   
Available in .125; .250; and .500    
Very durable, rigid material    
Smooth, glossy surface    
Flame-retardant    
Resistant to chemicals    
Suitable for chemical, building or electrical engineering industries    
Fabricates easily and with a clean finish    
Can be welded, thermoformed or bonded    
Impact-resistant    
Not hazardous to people or environment    
Can be recycled