Economy frontlit roll · Verified LFG55G/280 data
280 GSM / Nominal 8 oz Frontlit Banner Material
280 GSM flex banner is a lightweight frontlit printable PVC roll for signs viewed with light from the front. UNISIGN LFG55G/280 uses a 500 × 500D, 9 × 9 sq/in polyester base, a glossy printable face and a grey back.
Listed widths are 1–3.2 m and 5 m. The standard roll is 50 m. Solvent, eco-solvent, UV and Latex inks are listed as compatible.
Is 280 GSM Frontlit Banner the Right Grade?
Start with 280 GSM when the job needs an economical, easy-to-handle frontlit roll with a grey back. Match the exact model to the printer, finish, backing, roll width and final installation.
| Job need | Good starting choice | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| Frontlit billboard or wall graphic | LFG55G/280 | Wind load, fixing method, printed sample and planned use period |
| Retail or exhibition display | LFG55G/280 | Gloss level, glare, colour and grey-back show-through control |
| More body or a heavier grade | 340 or 440 GSM frontlit option | Yarn, density, finish, backing and roll handling |
| Light from behind | Backlit banner | Light diffusion, ink density and lightbox test |
| Two printed sides or strong opacity | Blockout banner | One- or two-side print route and opacity target |
280 GSM and 8 oz Are Not an Exact Conversion
GSM is grams per square metre. Ounces for banner media normally mean ounces per square yard.
280 GSM
280 g/m² converts to about 8.26 oz/yd².
Exact 8 oz
8 oz/yd² converts to about 271.3 g/m².
Buying rule
Treat “8 oz” as a nominal grade name. Order by model code and current data.
Verified LFG55G/280 Roll Specifications
The table below uses the current UNISIGN product and PVC banner category pages. Ask for a labelled sample and current TDS with the quotation.
| Specification | Listed value | Buying check |
|---|---|---|
| Model | LFG55G/280 | Keep this code on the sample, quote and order |
| Construction | Laminated frontlit banner | Confirm the planned finishing and installation method |
| Face / back | Glossy printable face / grey back | Approve glare and show-through on the real background |
| Base yarn | 500 × 500D polyester | Do not compare GSM alone |
| Base density | 9 × 9 sq/in | Check tear and fixing performance on a finished sample |
| Nominal weight | 280 g/m²; marketed as 8 oz | Confirm tolerance on the current TDS |
| Listed widths | 1–3.2 m and 5 m | Send the exact width and printer loading limit |
| Roll lengths | 50 m standard; 25, 30, 75 and 100 m also listed | Confirm current production and packing options |
| Compatible inks | Solvent, eco-solvent, UV and Latex | Test the exact printer, ink, RIP and profile |
| MOQ | Confirm with the current quotation | Send width, length, quantity and destination |
Glossy Face and Grey Back
Compare 3 UNISIGN Frontlit Roll Paths
A short product list with images helps buyers choose a useful sample. LFG55G/280 is the only 280 GSM model shown here; the other cards are nearby weight options, not substitutes with identical construction.
LFG55G/280
- 280 GSM, nominal 8 oz
- 500 × 500D, 9 × 9 sq/in
- Glossy face, grey back
- 1–3.2 m and 5 m listed widths
LFG35/340
- 340 GSM, nominal 10 oz
- Laminated frontlit
- Glossy face
- Confirm current yarn, width and TDS
LFG55/440
- 440 GSM, nominal 13 oz
- 500 × 500D, 9 × 9 sq/in
- Glossy face
- 1–3.2 m and 5 m listed widths
Print Compatibility: 4 Listed Ink Routes
| Print route | LFG55G/280 listing | Approve before production |
|---|---|---|
| Solvent | Compatible | Profile, ink load, drying, colour and roll feed |
| Eco-solvent | Compatible | Profile, drying time, scratch test and finishing |
| UV | Compatible | Ink adhesion, curing, flexibility and fold test |
| Latex | Compatible | Preset, curing heat, flatness, blocking and take-up |
280 GSM Roll Area and Nominal Media Weight
Use the planner for loading and freight estimates. The result is the nominal banner media only. It excludes the core, wrap, carton, pallet and production tolerance.
Roll Planner
Area (m²) = roll width (m) × roll length (m)Nominal media weight (kg) = area (m²) × 0.280 kg/m²Examples: 3.2 m × 50 m = 160 m² and 44.8 kg of nominal media. 5 m × 50 m = 250 m² and 70 kg of nominal media.
Common Frontlit Banner Applications
Frontlit billboards
Print shops
Displays and murals
Qualify a 280 GSM Roll in 8 Checks
- Confirm the codeUse LFG55G/280 on the sample, quote and order.
- Check roll sizeMeasure width and confirm length, core, net and gross weight.
- Inspect both sidesApprove the glossy face and grey reverse under real light.
- Print a chartUse solid colours, gradients, fine text and deep black.
- Check inkTest adhesion, drying or curing, rub and fold performance.
- Test opacityPlace the print on the actual wall, frame or old graphic.
- Finish a sampleTry hemming, welding, eyelets and the planned fixing method.
- Approve the jobRecord model, lot, printer settings, result and signed sample.
Factory and Roll Handling
Roll supply
Production line
Factory supply
Send These 8 Details for a Fast Match
- Application: billboard, retail, exhibition or wall graphic
- Printer: brand, model, ink and RIP
- Roll: width, length and core
- Finish: glossy or another surface
- Backing: grey back or another opacity need
- Installation: hem, weld, eyelet, frame or wall fixing
- Quantity: sample, trial rolls and full order
- Delivery: destination country and required date
280 GSM Frontlit Banner FAQs
What is 280 GSM frontlit banner material?
It is printable PVC banner roll media with a nominal weight of 280 grams per square metre. It is made for graphics viewed with ambient light or light from the front.
Is 280 GSM exactly 8 oz?
No. 280 g/m² converts to about 8.26 oz/yd², while exactly 8 oz/yd² is about 271.3 g/m². “8 oz” is often used as a nominal trade label. Buy by the model code and current specification.
Which UNISIGN model is 280 GSM?
LFG55G/280 is the verified 280 GSM option on this page. It is a laminated, glossy, grey-back frontlit banner with 500 × 500D yarn and 9 × 9 sq/in density.
Does grey back mean full blockout?
No. Grey back can help reduce background show-through, but it is not the same product class as a blockout banner. Request a blockout option when the job needs a defined opacity level or two printed sides.
Which inks can print LFG55G/280?
UNISIGN lists solvent, eco-solvent, UV and Latex inks. Test the exact printer, ink, RIP, profile, curing or drying and finishing route before production.
What widths and roll lengths are available?
Listed widths are 1–3.2 m and 5 m. The standard length is 50 m; 25, 30, 75 and 100 m are also listed. Confirm current production and packing options in the quotation.
Can 280 GSM frontlit banner be used outdoors?
UNISIGN lists frontlit billboards, building murals and indoor or outdoor displays as applications. Approve the exact printed and finished sample for wind, fixing, weather and the planned use period.
Can I print it on two sides or use it in a lightbox?
Use a blockout banner for two printed sides and a backlit banner for light from behind. LFG55G/280 is a frontlit, one-face print route.
How much does a 3.2 m × 50 m roll weigh?
The roll contains 160 m². At the nominal 280 g/m² weight, the banner media is about 44.8 kg. Add the core and packing, and allow for production tolerance, when planning freight.
Can I request a sample and current MOQ?
Yes. Send the printer, ink, application, roll size, quantity and destination. UNISIGN can match the sample and confirm the current MOQ in the quotation.
Data Basis
- UNISIGN LFG55G/280 product page: model, construction, yarn, density, weight, widths, lengths, inks and applications.
- UNISIGN PVC banner material range: current frontlit product table and nearby roll choices.
Reviewed: September 15, 2026. Product availability, tolerances, MOQ and certification scope should be confirmed on the current quotation and TDS.
Request a Labelled 280 GSM Sample
Send your printer, ink, width, length, application, quantity and destination. Ask for LFG55G/280 and the current TDS so the sample and quote use the same model.
Page type: specification and purchasing Page. It supports the exact LFG55G/280 product page and does not replace it.