Beschreibung
Hornet Yellow skips the lemon bright, traffic cone route most yellows take. The base runs warmer and more golden, closer to amber than citrus, with a satin sheen that keeps it looking rich rather than plasticky.
At speed and in direct sun, it reads loud and energetic without tipping into neon. It suits a hot hatch or a compact coupe built for the road rather than a show stand, holding its warmth whether it is parked or blurring past at highway speed.
Key Attributes
- Golden, not lemon: a warm amber yellow base rather than a bright citrus or neon tone.
- Rich under any light: satin sheen keeps the color looking substantial rather than plasticky.
- Smooth installation: high grade calendered vinyl with air release channels lays down without bubbling.
- Weather resistant adhesive: built to handle outdoor conditions and release cleanly when it’s time to remove.
- Flexible fit: handles flat panels, moderate curves, and deep recesses with inlays.
OEM Match
- Closest to BMW’s own Dakar Yellow, the golden amber made famous by the E36 M3.
- Shares the gold undertone of BMW’s Phoenix Yellow.
- Warmer and richer than Porsche Speed Yellow.
- Similar energy to Renault Sport’s Liquid Yellow.
Two of BMW’s own heritage yellows sit in this same golden family. This one just does not require an Individual order form.
Specifications:
Conformable and reliable multilayered polymeric material with stable color pigments, suitable for full car wrapping and other smooth or curved surfaces.
- Total Film Thickness: 0.28 mm
- Film Thickness: 0.121 mm
- Release Liner Thickness: 0.15 mm
- Film Type: High-grade polymeric calendared vinyl film with air-release channels
- Series: 190 Series
Adhesive & Liner:
- Adhesive: Henkel solvent-based acrylic, transparent, ultra-weather-resistant (viscosity 1000–3000 cps, thickness 12 μm dry)
- Release Liner: Felix Schoeller, double-side PE coated Kraft (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)
Performance:
- Durability / Warranty: View Datasheet
- Release Force: 0.10 N/25 mm (Standard: 0.04–0.12)
- Initial Tack: 1254 g/25 mm (Standard: 800–1500)
- 180° Peel Strength: 11.17 N/25 mm (Standard ≥ 7.85)
- Adhesion Strength: 70 (Standard ≥ 60, no shifting)
Durability Tests:
- High-Temperature Aging: No adhesive residue (65°C, 7 days)
- Low-Temperature Aging: No adhesive residue (-65°C, 10 days)
- Post-Heating Temperature: 100°C
Installation Guidelines:
- Application Temperature: +17°C to +18°C
- Service Temperature: -45°C to +45°C
- Tools: Soft squeegee with buffer
- Surface Compatibility: Flat and moderate curves (deep recesses require inlays)
- Directional: Yes
- Overlap Width: 4–5 mm
Storage:
- Shelf Life: 3 years
- Conditions: +10°C to +20°C, 50% humidity, original packaging, away from sunlight, clean and dry environment
Packaging:
- Roll Width: 152 cm
- Roll Length: 18 m
Important Notes
- Colors and finishes may vary—always check the physical swatch
- Use rolls from the same production lot for consistent color matching
- Film may scratch during installation or daily use; scratches are not covered under warranty
