PB-IB R3225
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1. S 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 including breach of contract breach of warranty negligence strict liability or any other legal or equitable theory See the 3M Commercial Graphics Warranty Brochure at 3Mgraphics com which gives the terms additional limitations of the warranty if any and limitations of liability e Hardware software ink and profiling support Contact EFI at 1 877 321 8330 e 3M products Contact 3M Commercial Graphics Technical Support at 1 800 328 3908 When handling any chemical products read the manufacturers container labels and the Material Safety Data Sheets MSDS for important health safety and environmental information To obtain MSDS sheets for 3M products go to 3M com MSDS or by mail or in case of an emergency call 1 800 364 3577 or 1 651 737 6501 To obtain MSDS sheets for this ink series go to the EFI website www efi com When using any equipment always follow the manufacturers instructions for safe operation 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 site process2. conditions Please refer to the printer manufacturer s literature for additional details and requirements Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 3 B Air Quality Regulations C More on Environmental Health and Safety 9 Setting and Understanding Printing Requirements 10 Selecting Preparing and Using 3M Graphic Materials 11 Optimizing Image Quality 12 Prepare the Ink 13 Film Processing Recommendations A Curing Table 4 Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 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 a regulatory exemption Check with your State environmental authorities to determine whether use of this solution may be restricted or prohibited Additional environmental health and safety information is available on our website at 3Mgraphics com Go to the page for 3M and the Environment e Printer operator The printer operator needs to understand the relationship between film characteristics printer setup total ink coverage and to produce graphics that achieve the performance expectations of the film and the customer e Graphic designer The graphic designer need
3. in this Bulletin Additional Bulletins may be needed as indicated in the 3M Related Literature section of other 3M components you use Bulletin types PB Product Bulletin PB IB Product amp Instruction Bulletin IB Instruction Bulletin Subject Type Bulletin No 3M Controltac Graphic Film 1J160 IJ160C PB PIJ160 3M Scotchcal Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive lJ170Cv3 10 PB PlJ170Cv3 3M Controltac Graphic Film J180 IJ180C IJ180Cv3 PB PlJ180 180C Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 7 Commercial Graphics 3M Center Building 220 12E 04 St Paul MN 55144 USA General amp Technical 1 800 328 3908 Fax 1 651 736 4233 www 3Mgraphics com 8 Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 Subject Type Bulletin No 3M Controltac Graphic Film 1J181 PB PIJ181 3M Controltac Graphic Film IJ380Cv3 PB PIJ380Cv3 3M Envision Print Wrap Film 480Cv3 PB 480Cv3 3M Scotchlite Flexible Reflective Graphic Film IJ680 PB PIJ680 3M Scotchlite Flexible Reflective Graphic Film with Comply Adhes PB PIJ680CR ive IJ680CR 3M Scotchcal Graphic Film 1 3470 PB PIJ3470 3M Controltac Removable Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive PB 3545C 3545C 3M Scotchcal Changeable Graphic Film lJ3555 PB PIJ3555 3M Controltac Changeable Graphic Film w
4. not emboss or block if the film is wound on a spindle or core during printing B Check Ink Adhesion Using the Tape Snap Test N CAUTION 16 Operation and Maintenance Procedures 17 Graphic Installation A Using Heat During Installation 18 Waste Disposal 19 Shelf Life Storage and Shipping 20 3M Related Literature 1 Use the point of a sharp razor blade a knife or other suitable instrument to scratch a crosshatch pattern through the ink Do not cut into the film 2 Use 3M Applicator PA 1 Gold to firmly apply a 1 inch wide strip of Scotch Premium Cellophane Tape 610 over the crosshatched areas Note Applicator PA 1 is available from your 3M materials supplier Tape 610 is available through most film or tape distributors 3 Remove the tape by pulling it back upon itself using a rapid firm pull Less than 20 of the ink should be transferred to the tape when performing the tape snap test 4 If more than 20 of the ink transfers to the tape increase the lamp cure setting for example from medium to high or reduce the print speed reprint and retest the ink adhesion Before handling any chemical products always read the container label and the MSDS 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 compatib
5. s user manual for details pe Pass Rex Res Level GS Smoothing Application 820 3 450 300 8 N Billooard Up to Speed 610 4 600 600 4 N Banner 420 6 450 600 8 N High Quality Banner 350 8 600 600 4 S Quality POP 150 18 900 900 4 S High Quality POP B Processing Details 1 Requirements for Warranted Graphics 2 Using a Clear Coat or Overlaminate 3 Silvering Caused by UV Piezo Inkjet Printers 4 Graphics without Graphic Protection 5 Lamp Output Changes Over Time 14 Managing Amount of Ink on Film A Total Ink Coverage e An optimized curing dose prevents both over curing and under curing the ink e Over curing occurs when the cure dose is too high It reduces clear coat adhesion to the ink and the ink flexibility is reduced leading to cracking e Under curing occurs when the cure dose is too low It results in poor ink adhesion so the ink can be scratched off easily and poor ink abrasion resistance if no graphic protection is applied e Even if an ink appears sufficiently cured the ink may be tacky after printing To test for adequate ink cure rub a clean white cloth tissue or cotton swab lightly over the ink and check if any ink transfers to the cloth e The optimal cure dose depends on the final graphic construction and application e Always test the finished construction with graphic protection applied before starting a production run When using a clear
6. Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 3M Release A Effective October 2012 EFI R3225 3M Premium UV Inks For EFI R3225 UV Roll to Roll Printer 1 Table of Contents Product Description 0 0 ccc eee eens DISCIAIMEN as atacand gehv awed avthea dive panikon Gubwaded awhu wd Product LING c cisetedeane daca itep oree wala d 4 be nara wed Raia Gadd we Compatible Products 0 0 cece teeta Warranty and Durability 0 0 cence eee SUPPON MMTOMMALON vivid seda saruana eae anda ada ddan aaa Health and Safety WX Pi bitte ach ink anid db do Setting and Understanding Printing Requirements ida eee fag E aces mace E Selecting Preparing i 3M eee Materials 00 0 eee Optimizing Image Quality ea uat ox ee EEEE DKA a Prepare the MKni soa aca bback a dvaaetak widens wa aceaa win a Film Processing Recommendations 00 000 cece cece eens Managing Total Amount of Ink on Film nnana anaana aa Completely and Properly Cure Printed Film 0 0000 e ee eaee Operation and Maintenance Procedures 0 0 cece eee eee eee Graphic Installation 0 eect tee eens Waste Disposal sca iiasict aechig dh etare Soba dhe Vine what sila gt dota dete eet Shelf Life Storage and Shipping 0 0 eee 3M Related Literature ccc teens SCONE WN SOMBNAARWONAS NNN OOOOH A AA RAR OOUOOURN HH pe 2 Product Description EFI R3225 3M Premium UV Ink for EFI R3225 UV Roll to Roll Printer are desi
7. acturer for guidance Graphics made with this ink may be covered by the 3M MCS Warranty For complete details on recommended applications graphic construction options durability and warranty please refer to the base media s Product Bulletin see 3M Related Literature at the end of this document or the Digital Warranty Matrices which provide an overview of all films graphic protection printers and inks with warranty periods The following is made in lieu of all other express or implied warranties including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose or implied warranty arising out of a course of dealing custom or usage of trade This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and manufacture at the time of shipment and to meet the specifications stated in this Product Bulletin and as further set forth in the 3M Commercial Graphics Warranty Brochure 3M will replace or refund the price of any 3M materials that do not meet this warranty within the specified time periods These remedies are exclusive Except where prohibited by law 3M SHALL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR USER FOR ANY DIRECT EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE 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 SELLER
8. coat or overlaminate use the lowest cure setting on your UV printer that fully cures the ink To find this setting 1 Set the printer to its lowest cure setting 2 Print a test sample and wipe the ink with a clean white cloth or tissue or cotton swab 3 If any ink transfers to the cloth increase the cure setting by one level and repeat Steps 2 and 3 4 Use the lowest setting that does not transfer any ink to the cloth Keep in mind that the ink will receive an additional cure dose as the UV clear is processed The printed ink will continue to cure at a slow rate after it has been removed from the printer To achieve the highest clear coat adhesion apply the clear within 3 days after printing Check adhesion using the Tape Snap Test page 7 To reduce or eliminate silvering caused by the texture of UV piezo inkjet printers 1 Set the laminator roll pressure to its highest setting not exceeding a maximum of 100 psi 103 kg cm2 2 Set the pressure roller temperature for the printed base film to 115 F 46 C 3 Set the laminator speed to 2 4 feet per minute 61 122 cm min 4 Reduce the tension on the overlaminate supply roll to the lowest level possible without causing wrinkles For printed graphics without a clear coat or overlaminate use a higher cure dose which creates a harder ink surface for more abrasion resistance Lamp output is highest with new lamps and will decrease over time Regularly verify that curing i
9. emarks of 3M EFI is a trademark of Electronics for Imaging Inc Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated All trademarks are the property of their rightful owners 3M M xico S A de C V 3M Puerto Rico Inc Av Santa Fe No 55 350 Chardon Avenue Col Santa Fe Del Alvaro Obreg n Suite 1100 Canada N6A 411 M xico D F 01210 San Juan PR 00918 General 1 800 265 1840 General 5255 5270 0400 General 787 620 3000 Fax 519 452 6245 Fax 5255 5270 2277 Fax 787 620 3018 3M 2012 All rights reserved
10. gned for printing on inkjet compatible 3M films and media for making warranted multicolor graphics These UV cured inks are durable weather resistant and have excellent color retention The flexibility and conformability of the inks makes them suitable for graphics used on corrugated and riveted surfaces as well as flat surfaces depending on the base film used 3 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 4 Product Line Note These inks are sold exclusively by EFI Call 1 877 EFI INKS 1 877 334 4657 A Ink Color No Color 45111058 Cyan 45111059 Magenta 45111060 Yellow 45111061 Black Container size 3 25L 4 bottles per case B Cleaning Solvent Current cleaning solvent as recommended in the EFI printer literature Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 1 5 Compatible Products A 2 mil Film B 4 mil Film C Reflective Film D Flexible Substrate E Graphic Protection F 3M Intermediate Graphic Materials 2 Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 For details about graphic construction options recommended uses and durability refer to the Product Bulletin for the base media film or substrate you are using See 3M Related Literature at t
11. he end of this Bulletin IM Envision Print Wrap Film 480Cv3 IM Envision Translucent Graphic Film lJ3730 50 IM Envision Translucent Graphic Film lJ3730 60 MM Scotchcal Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive lJ170Cv3 10 IM Controltac Graphic Film J180 10 M Controltac Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive lJ180C 10 IM Controltac Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive lJ180Cv3 10 IM Controltac Graphic Film J181 M Controltac Graphic Film lJ380Cv3 10 M Controltac Changeable Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive IJ3552C IM Scotchcal Translucent Graphic Film lJ3630 20 IM Scotchcal Graphic Film J3650 114 M Scotchcal Clear View Graphic Film J8150 M Controltac Graphic Film J160 10 IM Controltac Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive lJ160C 10 IM Scotchcal Graphic Film J3470 M Scotchcal Changeable Graphic Film 1J3555 IM Controltac Removable Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive 3545C MM Scotchlite Flexible Reflective Graphic Film IJ680 10 M Scotchlite Flexible Reflective Graphic Film with Comply Adhesive 80CR 10 M Scotchlite Reflective Graphic Film lJ5100R MM Scotchlite Reflective Graphic Film 1J5100 Note Printing on these films may affect retroreflectivity See the film s Product Bulletin for details e cw wo WwW WwW WH Q Co Q Co Co Ga o Oo aa Oo wow Ww WwW e a S2422222222 22 e e wo ow 5 e 3M Panagraphics Ill Wide Width Fle
12. inter and media These are two common ways to get a profile 1 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 The color profile conversion can be done in the front end software such as Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator software or during the RIP process The profile automatically adjusts the color values in the image file to stay below the ink limit settings 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 Achieving proper ink coverage during printing is a three step process clip the upper ink limits calibrate or linearize the output and use a good color profile during the RIP process 1 Note Determine the maximum ink necessary to produce the greatest color saturation For example if you print and review a series of color patches in 1 increments from 90 to 100 there may be no difference between the and the between the lowest patch and the highest percentage patch So any ink used above the lowest patch will not create a more saturated color but will unnecessarily add additional ink that does not contribute to or improve the image quality Properly calibrate or linearize your film ink and printer This will adjust the amount of ink printed t
13. ith Comply Adhesive PB PIJ3552C 1J3552C 3M Scotchcal Translucent Graphic Film lJ3630 and IJ3670 PB 1J3630 3670 3M Scotchcal Graphic Film 1 3470 PB PlJ3470 3M Scotchcal Graphic Film Series I1J3650 PB PIJ3650 3M Scotchlite Reflective Graphic Film IJ5000 PB 5000 3M Scotchlite Reflective Graphic Film J5100R PB 5100R 3M Scotchlite Reflective Graphic Film 1J5100 PB 5100 3M Scotchcal Clear View Graphic Film IJ8150 PB PIJ8150 3M Panagraphics Ill Wide Width Flexible Substrate PB P3 3M Screen Print UV Clear 9740i 9730UV PB IB UV Clears 3M Graphic Protection Products graphic protection products overview and PB GP 1 specific information on most overlaminates 3M Screen Print Gloss Clear 1920DR PB 1900 Applying screen printing clear 1920DR IB 3 12 Using 3M application tapes premasking and prespacing for films IB 43 Hot and cold roll lamination IB 4 22 Application substrate selection preparation and substrate specific IB 5 1 application techniques Application special applications and vehicles IB 5 4 Application general procedures for indoor and outdoor dry applications IB 5 5 Application special considerations for automobiles vans and buses and IB 5 36 inspection forms Storage handling maintenance removal IB 6 5 3M Commercial Graphics Warranty Brochure Go to www 3Mgraphics com Warranties 3M Comply Controltac Envision MCS Panagraphics Scotch Scotchcal and Scotchlite are trad
14. le cleaning solutions for this ink and your printer Please refer to the 3M Product and Instruction Bulletins for the film and graphic protection you are using for detailed usage and graphic installation procedures 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 difficulties cannot be controlled by the film processing See the applicable Product Bulletin for application details on each product used Important Note Using too much heat during application can result in the ink cracking When using a heat gun or other heat source during application make sure the film surface temperature does not exceed 212 F 100 C The use of a blow torch is not recommended Refer to Instruction Bulletin 5 4 and Instruction Bulletin 5 36 for details Refer to the EFI printer User s Manual for additional details Refer to the EFI ink container label or contact EFI for details Before starting any job be sure you have the most current Product and Instruction Bulletins The information in 3M Product and Instruction Bulletins is subject to change Current Bulletins are available at 3Mgraphics com The following applicable Bulletins provide information and processes you need to properly make the graphics described
15. o balance the levels of highlight mid tones and shadows Use the proper combination of source and destination color profiles to print your graphic Preferably the graphic designer should supply the source color profile used to create the digital artwork Applying the proper destination or printer color profile for your particular film ink and printer will ensure the total ink limit is not exceeded Additional ink limit settings including total maximum ink can be adjusted during the profile creation process For complete details on ink control refer to the User s Guide for the RIP you are using Ink usage may be affected by several factors including but not limited to the following depend ing on your printer e Color levels in images e ink limiting and color profiles e Printer linearization e Resolution DPI e Cleaning or purging cycles e Printer parameters Tacky film indicates that the ink is not properly cured To resolve this problem consider increasi ng the printer s lamp intensity 1 Print a test on each type of film you use The default settings in the printer for speed and UV curing and the pre selected settings in the software for total ink coverage and line arization may not be the optimum for the film that you are printing 2 Print the images at different settings printer total ink coverage and lamps Refer to Film Processing Recommendations page 4 3 Check to see that the image does
16. s still adequate at the settings you are using 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 280 Total ink coverage is the total percentage of all inks CMYK used in the graphic For example CMYK values of 60 60 60 and 100 produces a total ink coverage of 280 For inks a maximum of 280 is recommended unless otherwise noted in the base film s Product Bulletin 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 Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 5 B Controlling Total Ink Coverage 1 Getting a Color Profile 2 Achieving Proper Ink Coverage During Printing C Ink Usage Factors 15 Completely and Properly Cure Printed Film A Prepare Print Tests 6 Product amp Instruction Bulletin R3225 Controll ing total ink coverage can be managed by the color profile of the original artwork and during the printing process A color profile typically contains the ink limits for a specific ink set pr
17. s to know the parameters and printing recommendations for both the film and printer being used for each graphic e Use the right film for the job Each film has specific intended uses construction op tions processing conditions and durabilities Always refer to the Product Bulletins for each product used and to the recommended 3M Instruction Bulletins for complete details See 3M Related Literature at the end of this Bulletin e Do not use damaged rolls of film which can result in head strikes and printer dam age e Condition the film ink and graphic protection for 24 hours in the same environment as the printer before using e Good color management practices are essential For good color output the graphic designer must consider the printer and materials being used Use the method you are accustomed to that provides the desired printing results which should include ICC color profiles for proper color management Each printer ink and film combination has a unique color profile that helos ensure successful printing Contact the printer manufacturer for assistance Refer to the printer s User Guide for ink preparation details Printer set up is critical to achieve the image quality needs and to ensure proper film processing including UV cure dose The following printer settings are a good starting point for most materials Make adjustments as necessary for your specific speed and quality requirements Refer to the printer manufacturer
18. xible Substrate IM Scotchcal Luster Overlaminate 3619 MM Scotchcal Matte Overlaminate 3620 IM Scotchcal Gloss Overlaminate 8518 IM Scotchcal Luster Overlaminate 8519 MM Scotchcal Matte Overlaminate 8520 IM Scotchcal Gloss Overlaminate 8528 IM Envision Gloss Wrap Overlaminate 8548G IM Scotchcal Gloss Overlaminate 8580 M Scotchcal Luster Overlaminate 8908 MM Scotchcal Matte Overlaminate 8909 M Scotchcal Luster Overlaminate 3645 M Screen Print UV Gloss Clear 9740i M Screen Print Gloss Clear 1920DR e WWWwWwWWWwWwWwW WW WwW This ink series may be used with 3M s intermediate product line for low cost graphics that do not need a graphics warranty Visit our On Line Catalog or Creative Solutions Guide at www 3Mgraphics com to see the 3M Intermediate Product Portfolio G Other Graphics Materials 6 Warranty Information A Warranty Coverage Overview B 3M Basic Product Warranty C Limited Remedy D Limitation of Liability E Additional Limitations 7 Support Information 8 Health and Safety CAUTION A Ventilation This ink series also may perform satisfactorily on many other 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 manuf
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