LWC Paper

• Light coated (LWC) paper is made from mechanical pulp. Mechanical pulping uses logs or wood chips to mechanically separate wood fibers to be used in papermaking.

• LWC paper is produced in various variants with standard and improved gloss levels, glossy or matte finish, and different weights.

• LWC papers are lightweight papers single coated and typically in the 36-70 gsm range for standard gloss, but can be 57-90 gsm for higher gloss and whiteness, resulting in brighter and more.

• Vibrant color printing.

• LWC papers are typically used for thermosetting web offset and rotogravure printing of magazines, brochures, catalogs. A hybrid grade known as LWC Hi-Brite provides higher gloss and opacity than MWC.

LWC Paper Specifications:

• Excellent surface strength suitable for high speed printing
• Vivid color appearance after printing
• Good stiffness and folding strength, high layer strength
• High intensity
• Good whiteness
• Smooth coating

LWC Paper Used Areas:

• Lamination and coating processes
• Compatible with all kinds of prints and dyes