GBC Catena 65 A1 Heavy Duty Roll Laminator: 42.5 - 250 Micron Film, 8-Minute Warm-up, Superfast Speed

GBC Catena 65 Roll Laminator and Mounter for Small Print Shops, Universities and Large Offices

The GBC Catena 65 is a wide-format roll laminator and mounter designed for demanding laminating and mounting jobs in small print shops, universities, large offices and busy professional environments. It is ideal for encapsulating and mounting posters, signs, notices, teaching resources, presentation materials, displays, printed media and wide-format documents up to A1 size.

This roll laminator uses compatible GBC laminating film rolls up to 250 micron and can encapsulate or mount jobs up to 685 mm wide. With AutoSpeed, adjustable temperature control, AutoGrip lightweight aluminium shafts, programmable preset keys, a digital display, rear trimmer and a 6 mm mounting gap, it is a versatile choice for users who need reliable roll-film lamination and mounting for larger-format work.

Key Features

• Wide-format roll laminator and mounter for small print shops, universities and large offices
• Encapsulates and mounts jobs up to 685 mm wide
• Laminates documents up to A1 size
• Suitable for compatible GBC laminating film rolls up to 250 micron
• Mounts to boards up to 6 mm thick
• Easy-to-use control panel with digital display makes key buttons easier to find
• AutoSpeed takes the guesswork out of laminating and helps ensure consistent output
• Adjustable temperature control up to 149ºC
• Programmable preset keys store commonly used temperature settings
• AutoGrip lightweight aluminium shafts make it simple to remove and add film
• Additional stop button on the back of the machine allows the user to view output and stop the machine easily
• Rear trimmer makes trimming after lamination easier
• Laminating speed of up to 3000 mm per minute
• Uses 25 mm core film rolls
• Backed by a 1-year warranty
• Please allow up to 3 working weeks for delivery

Best For

The GBC Catena 65 is best suited to small print shops, universities, large offices, copy rooms and professional environments that need wide-format roll lamination and mounting. It is a good choice for posters, A1 documents, teaching resources, signage, display boards, presentation materials, printed graphics and mounting work where a 685 mm laminating width and 6 mm mounting gap are required.

What Film Thickness Can It Use?

This machine uses compatible GBC laminating film rolls up to 250 micron. It supports jobs up to 685 mm wide, laminates up to A1 size and uses film rolls with a 25 mm core. For compatible supplies, use GBC laminating film rolls.

Important Laminating Advice

The GBC Catena 65 is a roll laminator and must be used with compatible GBC laminating film rolls. It is not designed for standard laminating pouches or pouch carriers.

Because this machine laminates from roll film, it is well suited to posters, signs, university displays, classroom displays, presentation materials, printed media, non-standard sizes and mounting work up to 685 mm wide. Use the correct film type, roll core size, temperature setting and feed method for the material being laminated.

For mounting applications, the Catena 65 can mount to boards up to 6 mm thick. Always check the board thickness, film type and temperature setting before running the job to help reduce the risk of jams, poor results or machine damage.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the GBC Catena 65 suitable for universities and schools?

Yes. The GBC Catena 65 is suitable for universities, schools and educational environments that need to laminate posters, teaching resources, displays, signage and presentation materials up to A1 size. For other education-focused options, view our school laminators.

Is it suitable for office or print shop use?

Yes. The GBC Catena 65 is suitable for large offices, copy rooms and small print shops that need wide-format roll-film lamination and mounting up to 685 mm wide. For more high-volume or specialist machines, view our professional laminators or roll laminators.

Does this laminator use standard laminating pouches?

No. The GBC Catena 65 is a roll laminator and uses compatible GBC laminating film rolls, not standard laminating pouches.

What film thickness does it accept?

The GBC Catena 65 accepts compatible laminating film rolls up to 250 micron.

What width can it laminate?

The GBC Catena 65 can encapsulate and mount jobs up to 685 mm wide, making it suitable for A1 documents and other wide-format materials.

Can it mount to foam board?

Yes. The GBC Catena 65 can mount to boards up to 6 mm thick, making it suitable for selected foam core and display board applications.

Does it need a pouch carrier?

No. The GBC Catena 65 uses roll film and is not designed for standard laminating pouches or pouch carriers. Use compatible GBC laminating film rolls and the correct settings for the material being laminated.

How long does delivery take?

Please allow up to 3 working weeks for delivery.