180-PE Series Overview

Applications 180-PE ABS X Acrylates X Thermosets   Glass X Lacquered Substrates X Ceramics   Metal X Nylon   Powder Coatings   Paper / Cardboard X PET/PETG X Polyacetal   Polyamid X Polycarbonate X Polyolefines (PE/PP) X Polystyrene X Polyurethane X PU Foam (Stress Balls)   PVC (rigid) X PVC (flexible)

X Suitable as a one or two component ink X Suitable as a two component ink

Technical Data Sheet

Universally suitable, glossy one- or two-component screen printing ink for printing pretreated polyolefins (polyethylene, polypropylene), unplasticized PVC, polystyrene, ABS, acrylic sheet, polycarbonate, polyurethane, polyamide and metal. Rapid drying, optimum printability and good blocking and impact resistance are the key properties of these physically drying, reactive-curing inks. Ink series 180 PE is resistant to oils, fats, alcohol, wetting agents and solvents.

The basic ink mixing system of series 180-PE consists of 12 basic colors (G scale) and can be used to mix a wide range of shades, including 22 standard opaque, ready to print colors. Practically tested mixing formulas are available for many different color standards, e.g. Pantone®, HKS, RAL, NCS etc.

The range also includes bronze shades and overprint varnishes for special applications.

Usage Instructions

Plastic Printing

Pad Printing: Add 15-20% 38472 Thinner and 10-20% 37172 Hardener (where needed - see Applications Chart)
Screen Printing: Add 15-20% #11 Retarder and 10-2020% 37172 Hardener (where needed - see Applications Chart)
Curing: Air dry within 1 hour, or heat at 175°F for 5 minutes

Metals Printing

Pad Printing: Add 15-20% 35696 Thinner and 5% 100-VR-1294 Adhesion Modifier
Screen Printing: Add 15-20% #11 Retarder and 5% 100-VR-1294 Adhesion Modifier
Curing: Air dry within 1 hour, or heat at 200°F for 5 minutes

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