Archival Methods 8.5x11" Acid-Free Card Stock, 148gsm, 50/Pack, White

If you're seeking a high-quality, durable, and professional solution for your printing or mounting needs, look no further than the Archival Methods 8.5x11" Acid-Free Card Stock. This versatile and affordable card stock is not only acid- and lignin-free, but it also boasts a pristine white color that enhances the presentation of your photographs, artwork, or documents.

Crafted from alpha-cellulose pulp derived from purified wood fiber, this card stock is designed to withstand the test of time. Its pH level of 9 (+/-0.5) ensures it remains acid-free, making it an ideal choice for long-term storage and preservation of your valuable prints.

The card stock has a robust 148gsm (100 Lb basis weight at 20x26) and a thickness of 0.008 of an inch, offering the perfect balance between flexibility and sturdiness. It's easily creased for folding, allowing for a variety of applications.

The manufacturing process of this card stock involves alkaline sizing for both internal and external sizing, without the use of alum. It's buffered with calcium carbonate, providing a 2-3% alkaline reserve. This process ensures no dyes or bleeding, maintaining the integrity of your prints.

Notably, this card stock passes the rigorous Photographic Activity Test (PAT) ISO IT 18916 (formerly ISO 14523 ANSI IT9.16), confirming its suitability for photographic applications. Its lignin content, tested by TAPPI 236 cm-85, has a Kappa number of less than five, further attesting to its archival quality.

Whether you need stiffening and support inserts for sleeves, sheet protectors, and pocketed pages, album pages for mounting photographs or documents, or acid-free backing in picture frames, this card stock has you covered. Plus, it can be written on, allowing you to add titles, identification information, and more.

Choose the Archival Methods 8.5x11" Acid-Free Card Stock for a reliable, professional, and long-lasting solution for your printing and mounting needs.