3M Graphic Film Controltac Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400
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1. General 787 620 3000 Fax 651 736 4233 Fax 5255 5270 2277 Fax 787 620 3018 www 3Mgraphics com 3M Controltac MCS are trademarks of 3M Company All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners 3M 3M 2015 All rights reserved Please recycle2. Remedy The limited remedy applicable to each warranty is addressed in the 3M Graphics Warranties Bulletin found at 3MGraphics com warranties Limitation of Liability Except to the extent prohibited by law 3M SHALL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR USER FOR ANY DIRECT EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LABOR NON 3M MATERIAL CHARGES LOSS OF PROFITS REVENUE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY OR GOODWILL RESULTING FROM OR IN ANY WAY RELATED TO 3M S GRAPHICS PRODUCTS SERVICES OR THIS BULLETIN This limitation of liability applies regardless of the legal or equitable theory under which such losses or damages are sought Warranty Period Matrices See the 3M Graphics Warranties Matrices at 3MGraphics com warranties for warranty period information specific to your film Additional Limitations See the 3M Graphics Warranties Bulletin at 3MGraphics com warranties for terms additional limitations of your warranty if any information on reduced warranties for different exposures and limitations of liability No Warranty for HP Scitex XLJet Printers with Dye Sublimation Option If your XLJet printer has the dye sublimation option attached 3M does not offer a finished graphics warranty 2 Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 Support Information e 3M products Contact 3M Commerci
3. the designer observe two rules while creating the artwork to greatly simplify printing 1 Do not exceed 270 total ink coverage 2 The graphic designer should specify the proper ICC color profile for the film ink and printer when submitting the artwork for printing Operation and Maintenance Procedures Follow all operation and maintenance procedures recommended in the printer s user manual Printer cleanliness is very important in the production of high quality full color graphics Refer to the printer manufacturer s recommendations for compatible cleaning solutions for this ink and your printer Graphic Installation Please refer to the 3M Product and Instruction Bulletins at www 3MGraphics com Techinto for the film and graphic protection you are using for detailed usage and graphic installation procedures Graphic Installer The graphic installer needs to be aware of any special handling or application techniques for the construction Any combination of high total ink coverages hot ambient application temperatures and irregular application surfaces may make the application more difficult Some application requirements may be different due to the type of film processing See the applicable 3M Product Bulletin for application details on each product used as well as the recommended 3M Instruction Bulletins Waste Disposal Refer to the product SDS and the HP Scitex printer User s Manual for details Since regulations vary consult
4. Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D July 2015 Replaces Rev C Apr 13 HP Scitex XL1200 and XL1500 Printers Quick Links 3M Graphics Warranties Technical Information Selector Safety Data Sheets SDS 3M Color Profiles Videos Product Description Some of these links lead to web based resources that are not product specific e Solvent based pigmented inks e Available colors include Magenta Yellow Black Cyan Light Magenta Light Yellow Light Black and Light Cyan Product Features e Designed for printing on inkjet compatible 3M films and media for making warranted multicolor graphics e Weather resistant e Excellent color retention Disclaimer With the exception of 3M branded products 3M does not represent that any printer or printer accessory recommended in 3M literature will meet customer requirements any federal state or local regulations or any applicable safety standards Such determination is the responsibility of the printer owner Product Line Ink Container size two 5 liter 1 3 gallon bottles per package Thinner 3M Thinner CGS 50 One gallon 3 8 liter Recommended Compatible Products 3M Compatible Products for 3M MCS Warranty e Many 2 mil and 4 mil graphic films reflective films flexible substrates and graphic protection methods are warranted for finished graphics using this ink e For the most current listing of 3M compatible p
5. al Solutions Technical Support at 1 800 328 3908 e Hardware and software support Contact HP Scitex at 1 800 669 5869 or www hp com Scitex Health and Safety I caution When handling any chemical products read the manufacturers container labels and the Safety Data Sheets SDS for important health safety and environmental information To obtain SDS sheets for 3M products go to 3M com SDS or by mail or in case of an emergency call 1 800 364 3577 or 1 651 737 6501 When using any equipment always follow the manufacturers instructions for safe operation Ventilation Provide local and or general exhaust ventilation in the print production areas to prevent a build up of ink vapors and to maintain levels below the limit for worker exposure An experienced industrial ventilation engineer and or a certified industrial hygienist can help evaluate your ventilation requirements and design based on your onsite process conditions Please refer to the printer manufacturer s literature for additional details and requirements Air Quality Regulations State Volatile Organic Compound VOC regulations may prohibit the use of certain cleaning chemicals with VOC s in graphic arts coatings and printing operations For example the California South Coast Air Quality Management District prohibits use of certain solvent based solutions without a permit and other California AQMD s prohibit use of certain solutions without a permit or regulatory exemp
6. applicable regulations or authorities before disposal Shelf Life and Shipping Refer to the ink container label or contact HP Scitex for details Shelf Life Use by the expiration date shown on the product packaging Shipping Finished Graphics Refer to the base media s Product Bulletin Shipping Ink Opened ink boxes and bags may no longer provide adequate protection against leaks and spills Exercise caution when shipping opened boxes or bags to ensure prevention of spills or leaks In the United States refer to the SDS for further information 6 Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 Bulletin Change Summary For the most current 3M Technical Information available to successfully use this product please view this Bulletin electronically and click on the blue underlined links to view the relevant documents This Bulletin has been substantially changed Please read the entire Bulletin thoroughly Rev D JULY 2015 e Updated Bulletin to new template This Bulletin has been substantially changed Please read the entire Bulletin thoroughly 3M Commercial Solutions 3M Canada 3M M xico S A de C V 3M Puerto Rico Inc 3M Center PO Box 5757 Av Santa Fe No 55 350 Chardon Avenue Building 220 12E 04 London ON N6A 411 Col Santa Fe Del Alvaro Obregon Suite 1100 St Paul MN 55144 1000 1 800 265 1840 M xico D F 01210 San Juan PR 00918 1 800 328 3908 Fax 519 452 6245 General 5255 5270 0400
7. duces a total ink coverage of 270 For inks a maximum of 270 is recommended unless otherwise noted in the base film s Product Bulletin IMPORTANT NOTE Depending on the software or the color printing reference books you use total ink coverage may be called total area coverage total dot area maximum CMYK maximum ink amount total ink limit total printing dot You can achieve very good density using lower total ink coverage with little or no loss of quality The rest of this section discusses options for managing the total ink coverage Controlling Total Ink Coverage Controlling total ink coverage can be managed by the color profile of the original artwork and during the printing process Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 Getting a Color Profile A color profile typically contains the ink limits for a specific ink set printer and media You can use an existing color profile that is known to produce good color output with the required amount of ink limiting Profiles may be available from the printer manufacturer RIP software or material supplier Visit 3M Color Profiles at 3MGraphics com Some RIP software has ink limit settings that may be adjusted without changing the color profile setup Check the literature for the RIP software being used Setting Total Ink Coverage in the Original Artwork The best time to limit the total ink used is when the original artwork is created Have
8. ible graphics is based on the user both reading and following all applicable and current 3M Graphics Product and Instruction Bulletins The warranty period for eligible graphics is as stated in the 3M Graphics Warranties Matrices at the time that the film was purchased Information found at 3Mgraphics com warranties includes e 3M Graphics Warranties Bulletin This bulletin contains information on limitations and exceptions and warranty period reductions for 3M Graphics Warranties The warranty period may be reduced and stipulations may apply for certain constructions and applications as covered in this Bulletin e 3M Graphics Warranties Selector Use this selector to search for your warranty period by product number ink type and ink printer platform e U S Desert Southwest Region Map Use this map of hot arid desert areas to determine if you are subject to reduced warranted durabilities The warranties set forth in this Bulletin are made in lieu of all other express or implied warranties including any implied warranty of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose or arising out of a course of dealing custom or usage of trade 3M Basic Product Warranty 3M Graphics Products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and manufacture at the time of shipment and to meet the specifications stated in its applicable 3M Graphics Product Bulletin and as further set forth in the 3M Graphics Warranties Bulletin Limited
9. raphic protection overlaminate or clear If it is not the graphic protection will trap excessive retained solvents This softens the film and allows the solvent to migrate into the adhesive Softened film is more likely to stretch curl bubble lift off the liner pucker or shrink when handling and during graphic application In addition the solvent in the adhesive will contribute to more aggressive adhesion The result is poor application characteristics Effect when Using a UV Liquid Clear Coat If a UV liquid clear coat is used and excessive solvent remains in the film the surface may interfere with curing The 3M Product amp Instruction Bulletin UV Clears explains this in greater detail Completely and Properly Dry Printed Film e Use the highest printer dryer setting that does not distort or damage the film e Slower printing speed allows the film to be in the dryer longer for more effective drying e Additional drying options An auxiliary dryer may be used to complete the drying You can air dry on racks although it is less effective than over drying Typical air drying at 270 total ink coverage is 12 hours higher total ink coverage may need up to 24 hours Reducing total ink coverage reduces retained solvents and reduces drying time e Troubleshooting Change the temperature or drying times only if you observe problems Too much heat in the drying process may result in any of the following Reduce the heat the correc
10. rfaces separate e ifthe film is not sufficiently dry a crackling sounds is heard The louder the sound the greater the amount of additional drying needed 2 Even when the graphic feels or appears dry some solvent will remain Use this test to determine if sufficient drying has taken place If it does not pass this test more drying is required a Place several printed pieces of film each folded in the area of the highest ink laydown face to face under a weight of 2 pound per square inch 135 g sq cm b After 10 minutes remove the sheets and check for blocking or surface impressions If blocking or severe surface impressions are noted increase the amount of drying Printer Settings Refer to the printer manufacturer s technical literature for additional details IMPORTANT NOTE Be aware that not every mode will give you acceptable graphic performance Read and follow proper drying instructions for optimum results IMPORTANT NOTE The surface temperature of the 3M graphic film liner should not exceed 221 F 105 C Managing the Amount of Ink on Film Properly managing the total amount of ink laid down in any area on the graphic results in better image quality less ink usage and greater throughput It also helps ensure good film performance Total Ink Coverage Total Ink Coverage 270 Total ink coverage is the total percentage of all ink CMYK used in the graphic For example CMYK values of 60 60 60 and 90 pro
11. roducts view this ink s Digital Warranty Matrix at www 3Mgraphics com warranties e See the 3M Graphics Warranty Bulletin for information on reduced warranties for different exposures 3M Intermediate Graphic Materials This ink may be used with 3M s Intermediate Product line for low cost graphics that do not need a graphics warranty Refer to the Inkjet Materials and Solid Color Films Brochure at 3Mgraphics com to see the 3M Intermediate Product Portfolio Other Graphic Materials This ink series also may perform satisfactorily on many other 3M and non 3M graphics materials but such applications are not warranted by 3M Always run a test print to be certain that the finished graphic quality meets your needs Also check adhesion and scratch resistance of any graphic protection used Contact the printer manufacturer and material manufacturer for guidance Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D 3M Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 Certificate of 3M MCS Warranty Graphics manufacturers who produce graphics made with all 3M Graphics Products including 3M Ink purchased through a qualified 3M Distributor or 3M Printing Partner may register to be recognized with a Certificate of 3M MCS Warranty Only graphics manufacturers having a current Certificate of 3M MCS Warranty are eligible to extend this warranty to their customers Warranty Information Warranty Coverage Overview The warranty coverage for elig
12. t the problem e Film problems including blisters and film shrinkage e Transport problems in the printer e Wrinkling when the printed film is overlaminated or premasked The drying time varies for each film and the total ink coverage of its image e To check dryness use the Dryness Test Graphic Performance Problems Due to Insufficient Drying e It may be difficult to apply an overlaminate e Blistering may occur during processing of the UV clear e A graphic without graphic protection may block or emboss when it is rolled e For Controltac graphic films the slideability and positionability features will be significantly reduced during application if the film is not sufficiently dried 4 Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 Dryness Test for Most Solvent Ink Printed Graphics Drying times vary with the equipment being used oven temperature humidity conditions etc Insufficient drying can result in blocking or severe surface impressions Therefore it is important to check for sufficient dryness as soon as you start printing We recommend using the following procedures to determine if adequate drying has occurred 1 Use this test to check the approximate dryness a Fold the area of the film with the highest ink laydown face to face b Place folded film close to your ear and separate it e f the film is adequately dried there is either a slight or no discernible sound when the su
13. tion Check with your State environmental authorities to determine whether use of this solution may be restricted or prohibited More on Environmental Health and Safety Additional environmental health and safety information is available on our website at 3Mgraphics com sustainability Selecting Preparing and Using 3M Graphic Materials e Use the right film for the job Each film has specific intended uses processing conditions and durability Always refer to the 3M Product Bulletins for each product used and to the recommended 3M Instruction Bulletins referenced in those 3M Product Bulletins for complete details 3M Product and Instruction Bulletins can be found at www 3MGraphics com TechInfo e Condition the film ink and graphic protection for 24 hours in the same environment as the printer before using Ink and Film Processing Recommendations Refer to the printer manufacturer s instructions for setup and adjustment to achieve good image quality and to ensure proper ink and film processing I caution Before handling any chemical products always read the container label and the SDS Product amp Instruction Bulletin 4400 Revision D Piezo Inkjet Ink Series 4400 About Solvent Ink Printing Effect on Printed Images Normally very small amounts of retained solvent will not affect the finished graphic characteristics or application performance Excessive solvent must be removed through proper drying prior to applying g
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