CL Solvent-Based Surface Printing Ink
A solvent-based ink for surface printing by gravure and flexography on polymer films.
Concept application artwork; not product packaging.
A solvent-based ink for surface printing by gravure and flexography on polymer films.
Technical specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Viscosity | 35–45 s, No. 4 Ford cup at 25 °C |
| Particle size | Less than 3 µm |
| Heat resistance | Up to 120 °C |
| Adhesion | Abrasion resistance | Scratch resistance | Heat resistance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
Performance is rated from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent).
Features
- Excellent gloss and efficient solvent evaporation.
- Fast drying and low odour after drying.
- High abrasion and flex resistance.
- Excellent substrate adhesion.
- Adaptable to different printing speeds.
Application and substrates
Surface gravure and flexographic printing on cellophane, PE, PP, BOPP and similar polymer films.
Not suitable for lamination printing.
Usage instructions
| Printing process | Isopropyl alcohol : ethyl acetate | Working viscosity |
|---|---|---|
| Gravure | 50 : 50 | 15–18 s |
| Flexography | 70 : 30 | 20–24 s |
Measure working viscosity with a No. 4 Ford cup at 25 °C.
Drying adjustments
- To increase drying speed: ethyl acetate.
- To reduce drying speed: methoxypropanol or ethylene glycol.
Packaging
20 kg pails.
Storage
Store at 10–30 °C, away from direct sunlight, heat and ignition sources. Use within one year of manufacture.
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