Some physical properties of multilayered films

Abstract

Abstract Some properties of multilayered films are summarized in relation to the properties of the component materials. Polymers may be selected for co‐extrusion into layered films to obtain various combinations of properties, such as barrier, stiffness, heat sealability, optics, and toughness. Properly chosen combinations of high and low modulus materials exhibit mutual interlayer reinforcement. Permeabilities of multilayer films can be calculated from layer geometry and individual component properties.