Application

APPLICATION OF Slink™ SOLVENTBASE INK

Properties: TheSlinkTM system is particulaly adapted to the newer high pigment solids applications. Strong coloration particularly with high surface area pigment systems are well suited for this system. Runability is good, but care should be taken not to allow ink to dry in the screen.

Applications: Rigid PVC, vinyl coated paper, styrene, treated polyester, metals and foils.

Stencil Emulsions: Most standard emulsions should work. The usual cause of stencil failure is improperly dried emulsion before washout. Stencils can be removed by using commercially available paint stripper and a high pressure washer. It is important, however, to follow manufacturers directions carefully.

Screens: We recommend the use of monofilament polyester screen material. For mass tone printing a mesh of 220 or higher should be used. Meshes of 195 or lower should be used with lustre pigment inks such as SlinkTM Fine Gold Eagle and SlinkTM Fine Silver ink.

Storage and Handling: SlinkTM series ink should be stored in a cool place for maximum shelf-life. But as with all inks, they must be allowed to return to ambient press room temperature before running. Local environmental, storage, and disposal regulations should be followed.

Mixing: Although SlinkTM series inks are designed to remain dispersed, it is best if they are mixed for a short period of time just before printing.

Printing: SlinkTM series inks are formulated to be used as supplied, but in instances where viscosity adjustments are needed, SlinkTM Thinner CH can be used and in instances where fine detail is needed or the press room is exceptionally dry or warm SlinkTM Retarder R500 can be used.

Drying: SlinkTM series inks are fast drying and will dry in a few seconds in a forced air oven at 170-200oF.

Clean-Up: SlinkTM Thinner CH should be used to keep ink from drying during the short press stoppages. If screen images are to be re-used, screens should be washed carefully and dried, before storing.

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