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Laminating is one of the most requested services at print shops and copy centres, from protecting diplomas and certificates to restaurant menus. Choosing the right machine from the start saves you from buying again as the business grows.

Hot vs cold laminating

Most paper laminators use a hot system, where film is bonded by heated rollers; working temperatures on Lexia models range from 70°C to 160°C. A cold system suits materials that are sensitive to heat. If you want both in one machine, the H390 and 390AF Plus offer hot and cold modes.

What decides the choice

  • Laminating width — make sure the machine handles the largest size you usually work with. 340 mm is enough for A3; posters and wide covers need 500 mm.
  • Speed — Lexia models run from 6.5 to 13 m/min. For high volume, choose one close to 13 m/min.
  • Warm-up time — a machine that takes long to get ready is a problem in the morning rush. The H390 is ready in under 10 minutes.
  • Feeding system — automatic feeding is more efficient for high volume, while manual feeding is enough for small shops.
  • Temperature control — the Neo 390B has a digital LED display with separate temperature control for the upper and lower rollers.

Lexia model comparison

  • 375B — 340 mm max width, 70–125°C, 0–6.5 m/min.
  • H390 — hot and cold, 350 mm width, 0–7 m/min.
  • 390AF Plus — hot and cold, auto feeding, paper up to 370 × 750 mm, 0–8 m/min, up to 160°C.
  • Neo 390B — 370 mm width, 13 m/min, 90–120°C, manual feeding, slitting and anti-curl functions.
  • H520C — 500 mm width, 0–13 m/min, 80–125°C.

Recommendation by business size

Small shops with low to medium daily demand suit the 375B or H390. Higher-volume shops can look at the Neo 390B or H520C, which reach 13 m/min. If your work needs automatic feeding, consider the 390AF Plus.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need cold laminating?

Only if your material is heat sensitive. The H390 and 390AF Plus offer hot and cold modes, so they are flexible for both.

How long is the warm-up?

The H390 is ready in under 10 minutes. For other models, see the specifications on the product page.

Which machine uses automatic feeding?

The 390AF Plus uses auto feeding, while the Neo 390B uses manual feeding.

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