AquaStar® Alcohol-Reduced Fountain Solution
AquaStar is an alcohol-reduced fountain solution concentrate for offset printing. Designed for a stable ink/water balance, it is suitable for reverse-osmosis (RO) water and is CTP friendly. Begin at the label-recommended 2.5% concentration and verify the working solution on press.
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AquaStar is an alcohol-reduced fountain solution concentrate for offset printing. Designed for a stable ink/water balance, it is suitable for reverse-osmosis (RO) water and is CTP friendly. Begin at the label-recommended 2.5% concentration and verify the working solution on press.
Key characteristics
- STABLE BALANCE: Ink / water balance
- REDUCED IPA: 0 - 2% operating target
- RO WATER: Suitable for RO water
- CTP FRIENDLY: For offset plates
RECOMMENDED STARTING POINT
2.5% Fountain concentrate + RO water
WORKING SOLUTION TARGETS
pH: 4.8 - 5.2
Conductivity at 25°C: 800 - 1100 µS/cm
IPA / alcohol: 0 - 2% (maximum 3%)
PRODUCT PROFILE
Printing process: Offset printing
Product type: Fountain concentrate
Water suitability: RO water
Packaging: 20 litres
PRESSROOM GUIDANCE
Start with a clean circulation system and check dosing accuracy. Prepare with RO water at the recommended starting concentration. Measure the fresh working solution, record pH and conductivity, and monitor during production. Verify press and dampening settings when reducing IPA.
