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2002 Edition Wilflex Screen Printing Inks

1. 18800MC VFF MCV FF Base Low None i High Excellent 1096 270F 132C i Slightly more glossy less opaque than 10040SSVFF 1 3 None Low UE POSE KENN 13010M P MP Super High None Low Good 2596 320F 160C Creamy easy to print Geared for manual O K for Auto O paque pese nennen nnne nenne nnn Denn nnne nennen nnn nnn nn nenne nennen nnn nnn nnn nn Denn nn nnn nenne nennen nnn RR RR RR RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRHRRRERRRHREREERERREEREEREHREREHRERERERERERERERERERERERERHRERERERKRH RH uH RANT 10099M VP MVP LB Neutral High Yes High i Good 15 20 320F 160C i Use with fabrics prone to dye migration Excellent mat down properties 10425N Natural Suede High None Low Fair I5 20 320 160 EE Higher pigment loading lower puff height n ios ER Coa du bd E m eun WC E prie EUN AM ink E UTITUR TT T E tieni TM TM 10250N PE NuPf High i i Low 10 20 320F 160C i Color lightens when cured Reduce 10110PC for dark colors Flos esi Low Med None High Excellent 15 325F 163C Control opacity with 10110PC
2. 2002 Edition Wilflex Screen Printing Inks Manufactured PolyOne Corporation TEXTILE USER S MANUAL amp CATALOG Last Page Next Page Back Next Table of Contents F TransFlex Transfer Inks I Introduction A W ilflex Inks Distribution B International Distribution ll Wilflex Products A Additives and Aerosols 1 Additives PIB 2 Usage Chart 3 Non Standard C ustom 4 Aerosols 5 Aerosols Safety B Athletic Inks 1 MSH N ylon Series 2 MVP Low Bleed Series C General Purpose Inks 1 Genesis 2 SuperBase 3 Genesis Process a SuperGuard HT W ilflex Color Sets 4 Color Systems a MX b O paque MatchM aker c Epic d PC Express e Equalizers f ColorMaster D Ink Room Management Tools 1 Ink Management Software 2 Scales 3 PowerPax and 4 DispenseMaster II 5 S007 Shaker 6 Thermo Probe E Specialty Inks 1 First Base a Ice Base b Rock Base c Classic Clear d Natural Suede e HD Clear Nova Base ImageBrite Reflective inks 2 3 4 Glitters 5 Yellow Sparkle 6 Metallics 1 Glow in the dark 8 Straight up High Density 9 Luna Clear 10 N uPuff 11 Fast Fusion 12 One Step N ylon 1 Applications Chart 2 Super 3 Soft 4 Tuf O ne PacPuff 5 Process 6 Shimmer 7 TransC lear Printable Adhesive 8 Lithoprint 9 Troubleshooting 10 List of Standard Colors 11 Mesh Stencil amp Measurement 12 Transfer papers G White I
3. _ wm em Ls sm e mm e _ Ls mm m ra a 60 110 24 43 160 305 64 120 110 305 43 120 X X X X X X X X X 4 a A ES Contents Choosing the Right W hite 100 COTTON ONLY 100 POLY amp POLY BLENDS ONLY NO BLEED RESISTANCE EXCELLENT BLEED RESISTANCE 100 COTTON amp POLY BLENDS GOOD BLEED RESISTANCE POLY WHITE 06 10 FAST FLASH NORMAL FLASH FASTFLASH NORMAL FLASH BRIGHT TIGER BRIGHT TIGER HY ATHLETIC TROPHY ARTIST WHITE OLYMPIA PLUS 86 305 86 180 Ss BRIGHT COTTON 06 205 OPTICAL BRIGHTNER PHANTOM ATHLETIC TROPHY 05 230 MX WHITE 05 305 IER re Contents Back Next Choosing the Right White In 100 NYLON ONLY satin jackets JERSEYS WOVEN NYLON LYCRA micromesh dazzle bags covers spandex Contents Back New Play Movie Back Next V e Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX9 ARTIST WHITE 11122W HT DESCRIPTION Artist W hite is an opaque base and highlight white specifically formulated for non bleed garments Its fast flash time and superior low after tack also enables the ink to be used as a flash white The matte appearance excellent fiber mat down and bright appear ance ensuresArtist W hite is an excellent all round general purpose white ink PRINTER S P
4. Maximum loading 16 10540 10680GN S Maximum loading 16 10540 10680GN S Maximum loading 16 10540 10680GN S Next V4 r Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX EQUALIZER SERIES DEDESCRIPTION TheW ilflex Equalizer Series is a balanced set of pigment concentrates used as colorants to W ilflex General Purpose Bases T he Equalizer PCMs are dispersions of dry pigments in plasticizer mixed with an innovative resin system The resulting colorants are extremely strong clean and stable The Equalizer pigments were selected due to their ability to produce accurate PAN TO E simulations 31011PCM 31040PCM 31047PCM W hite Red M agenta 31057PCM Violet 31068PCM 31065PCM 31070PCM 31087PCM 31097PCM 31001PCM 31002PCM 31003PCM 31004PCM 31005PCM 31030PCM 31045PCM Blue Marine Green Yellow Black Fluo Yellow Fluo Green Fluo Blue Fluo Pink Fluo Purple Brt Orange M aroon FEATURES e Super smooth creamy texture easy to blend into base e Clean colorants designed to produce PAN TO E simulations e Unique Resin System added to Pigment dispersion to create a durable balanced pigment colorant High brightness level high pigment loading concentrate that builds excellent opacity Yellow Shade Red that can be used to produce warm reds and oranges very clean color Blue Shade red that exhibits excellent performance properties and high
5. PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Knitted fabrics cotton linens polyester blends amp rayon N OT recommended for woven nylon or lycra Mesh 60 86 t in 24 34 t cm Stencil emulsion Solvent resistant direct emulsions or capillary films Transfer temp 365 375 F 185 190 C Transfer time 5 to 7 seconds Transfer pressure 40 45 PSI Gel temp 195 230 F 90 110 C Lower temps will result in a transfer with little tensile strength and higher temps will negatively affect the split of the final transfer Extender None Reducer 3 5 percent max by weight Reducer 1 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e Hot split transfer inks with a soft feel e Excellent printability e Hot split or cold peel SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e The use of Transflex Printable Adhesive 10210TF will improve the adhesion ofTransflex inks to a far wider range of substrates when cold peeled e The transfer paper should be peeled immediately after transferring for optimum results W hen cold peeling allow the transfer to cool for approximately 15 seconds before removing the paper e Transfer papers supplied by W yndstone H eat Transfer Papers and Hobart McIntosh can be used in association with this ink system O ther paper types can be used with confidence but when evaluat ing inks for transfers printers should obtain current information ab
6. including PANTONE Color Formula Guide plus IMS Software or download recipes from wilflex com ColorMaster Equalizers ColorM aster Pigment con centrate and base mixing system for use with auto mated dispensing equip ment Equalizers Group of balanced pigment concen trates used as colorants with General Purpose Bases e ColorMaster perfect fit for automated dispensing machines Equalizers give benefits of PC System without the worries 14 PCs 21000SB base 14 Equalizers 21000SB base PANTONE approved on white fabric 156T 62 t cm mesh under Cool White Fluorescent 4100K Printing recs 156 305 t in 62 120 t cm Cotton blends ColorMaster Higher risk with beginners or shops with poor controls Equalizers Low Medium risk Equalizers will cure even when out of balance STARTER KIT CMASTERK IT 1 pt of each PC 1 qt 21011PCM ColorM aster White PC 1 gal 21000SB SuperBase EQUALKIT 1 qt of each Equalizer 1 gal 21000SB SuperBase Both kits include Formulation Manuals IMS Software amp PANTONE Color Formula Guides Next VW m P M PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX MX COLOR MIXING SYSTEM PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Bleed resistance DESCRIPTION TheW ilflex MX Mixing System is an easy to use easy to mix color matching system with 15 intermixable colors that enables lt prin
7. nant Pantone Inc assumes no responsibility for formula accuracy PAN TONE is Pantone Inc s check standard trade mark for color Portions Pantone Inc 1963 1991 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of vour emplovees and purchasers of vour products PolvOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 2 j Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX OPAQUE MATCHMAKER COLOR MIXING SYSTEM GENERAL DESCRIPTION TheW ilflex O paque MatchMaker Color Mixing System is an easy to use easy to mix color matching system with 11 intermixable colors that enables printers to produce opaque simulations of PAN TON E Color Formula Guide colors on dark garments O paque MatchM aker produces soft hand inks for high production wet on wet printing offering a matte finish and improved crock resistance T he formulas used in this sys tem have been carefully designed to closely simulate PAN TO N E colors on coated stock as presented in the PAN TO N E amp Color Formula Guide 1000 For convenience a PAN TON EG Color Formula Guide 1000 has been included with this O paque MatchM aker Manual
8. v P Contents Mesh hread Diameter Mesh Thread Diameter In certain mesh counts there is a selection of thread diameters S O T O up For the best results consider these thread diameters S thinnest diameter permits higher squeegee speeds requires quality stencils Mesh for glitters 25 53 threads in 10 21 threads cm Mesh for metallics 60 110 threads in 24 43 threads cm T medium diameter soft hand printing as well as wet on wet on darks Mesh for Soft H and 140 305 threads in 55 120 threads cm Mesh for nderbase 110 230 threads in 43 90 threads cm Mesh for wet on wet over underbase 195 355 threads in 77 140 threads cm Mesh for halftones 305 355 threads in Mesh for halftones 120 140 threads cm HD thickest diameter requires a slower speed thicker stencil and a dull edged squeegee Mesh for athletic numbering amp flocking 51 95 threads in 20 38 threads cm Mesh for opaque hot split transfers 51 86 threads in 20 34 threads cm Mesh for maximum puff height 74 125 threads in 29 49 threads cm H eavy grade Heavy D uty thick diameter thread and a small open area paratively thin diameter threads and a large open area Screen Frames The purpose of the screen frame is to hold the screen mesh at proper tension for print production T herefore the screen frame must have the stability and strength to withstand the desired screen tension Screen frames are made
9. Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash H ealth amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e High gloss finish e Excellent adhesion to fabrics e Excellent printability e Fast flashing e High opacity on dark fabrics e Non migrating pigment e Super elongation on nylon e Excellent wash properties SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e W hen printing allow one flood followed by two print applications Printing properties will be determined by manual or automatic printing applications e Perform fusion tests before production Check the cure temperature at the ink surface Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in theW ilflex User s Manual e Preprint and test all fabrics for dye migration Pennant W hite has no built in bleed resis tance and it should not be printed onto any nylon that is prone to bleeding e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO neTechnical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an applicat
10. BRIGHT TIGERm 11480HT DESCRIPTION W ilflex 11480HT Bright Tiger is an extremely true optically bright white ink formulated to give excellent printability across a range of screen printing applications Bright Tiger s excellent opacity fiber mat down low gloss level and good flash properties per mit it to be utilized as both a stand alone and an underbase white PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Bleed resistance Mesh on darks Mesh underbasing Mesh fine line Tension newtons Stencil emulsion Squeegee type Squeegee blade Squeegee angle Squeegee speed 100 cotton cotton blends some synthetics Good 86 125 t in 34 48 t cm 140 230 t in 55 90 t cm 195 to 305 t in 77 120 t cm 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Direct indirect amp capillary 60 80 durometer D ual 70 90 or triple 70 90 70 Slightly dulled coarse mesh sharp fine mesh Avoid excess pressure Maximum Gel temp 160 180 F 71 82 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Reducer 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution Do not stack hot Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES O ptically bright white matte finish Prints through fine meshes Use as a first down underbase flash white or an overprint stand alone white Good bleed resistance SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Pre test B
11. Pot life generally ranges from 4 8 hours e O pened Hugger Catalyst containers should be squeezed to push air out of the bottle and then sealed tightly If left open or loosely sealed H ugger will crystallize and solidify in the bottle e Ink mixed with Hugger Catalyst must be removed from the screen immediately following printing with cleaning solvents to prevent permanent mesh damage Squeegees and any other printing apparatus must cleaned immediately also e Preprinting and testing are necessary prior to production The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS OSN ink will adhere to 100 percent polyester fabrics but preprinting and testing for bleed resistance are necessary to determine overall results When OSN fluorescent colors are printed on top of a flashed white there will be improved opacity and no reaction between colors However if white or any non opaque color is printed on top of a fluorescent color color migration will occur To avoid this do not trap or overprint on fluoresce
12. Thickener Thickener Viscosity 2 3 Buster NM weight 1 3 by 1 weight 1 3 by weight 5 190 by 1 3 weight 5 190 by 1 3 weight Next Contents Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN Non Standard Custom Compounds PolyO ne manufactures many products that are considered non stan dard These products range from custom color matches to products that are specifically produced to meet certain needs Minimum quanti ties may apply Please consult your local W ilflex representative for more information regarding these products Flame Retardant FR Inks Many of our standard and non stan dard ink lines are also available in a flame retardant version Please con tact your local W ilflex representative or call our C ustomer Service D epartment for more information The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Back Contents WILFLEX AEROSOLS W ilflex Aerosols are a line of products with chemistry designed and tested for the textile printing industry As the slogan
13. WILFLEX HIGH DENSITY CLEAR 10009HDC DESCRIPTION Use High Density Clear to create special effects such as the appearance of glass gel water or high gloss surfaces Stencil emulsion PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton blends acrylic lycra amp uncoated nylon Bleed resistance None Mesh 24 110 t in 10 43 t cm Tension 25 newtons D irect indirect amp capillary Fat films HD print 200 600 microns Squeegee type 15 durometer 60 90 60 triple duro meter Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle 45 degrees Squeegee speed Maximum ff contact 1 16 Gel temp 220 F 104 C Cure temp 350 F 177 C entire film Extender None Reducer 3 max by weight Reducer 11 Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Be sure not to scrub the HD image when clean ing Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e High gel gloss appearance e Excellent adhesion to fabrics super elongation and stretch e Excellent wash properties e For light or dark fabric grounds Best on darks e Use as an overprint clear on printed colors and metallic inks to increase color vibrancy and create gloss surfaces Use as a clear carrier adhesive for caviar beads sand wood chip parti cles Use as a High Density Clear base either on its own or with color addition SCREEN PREPARATION e Stretch an 86 mesh 34 t cm screen to a minimum of 25 newtons e Complete n
14. bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services Department prior to printing The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX XTREME WHITE 11999X W DESCRIPTION W ilflex 11999XW Xtreme W hite is a super smooth creamy white ink that flashes fast and prints through fine meshes Xtreme W hite takes your production processes to the extreme by cutting flash times dramatically and producing a fiber lock matte finish on color overprints PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends some uncoated synthetics Bleed resistance Good Mesh on darks 86 125 t in 34 48 t cm Mesh underbasing 140 300 t in 54 120 t cm Mesh fine line 195 to 300 t in 77 120 t cm Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion D irect indirect amp capillary Squeegee type D ual 70 90 or triple 70 90 70 Squeegee profile Sharp blade 45 degree ang
15. engineered chemistry with aerosol convenience suggests PolyO ne offers unique chemical technology and give the printer increased efficiency All W ilflex Aerosol products are user friendly and color coordination of packaging helps in product identifi cation 1 Fabri Tak Magneta can W eb spray adhesive Special nozzle reduces over spray Exceptional mileage Minimal transfer to garment High relief holds heavy fabrics N ot intended for paper Easy to clean using Screen W ash or mineral spirits Ideal for fleece jersey knits 2 Duo Tak Red can Mist adhesive for transfer papers and garments Holds garment under print stroke pressure Allows frequent re spraying without adhesive build up Does not stain or transfer to fabrics Used properly will not tear transfer paper Easy to clean using Screen W ash or mineral spirits 3 Hot Tak W hite can Mist spray adhesive Exceptional flash cure resistance Easy vertical release Does not stain or transfer to fabric Does not contain chlorinated solvents 4 Screen W ash Green can Cleaning spray to remove clogs and stains from screen mesh Low odor evaporates slowly for easy cleaning Dries without leaving greasy film or oil stain Can clean screens without removing from press Next v 2 gt gt Contents WILFLEX AEROSOLS Storage and Safety Information Many aerosol products are flammable and must be stored and handled properly
16. 110 195 threads in 43 77 threads cm Stencil emulsion Conventional direct or capillary films Squeegee type 60 to 90 durometer Squeegee blade Straight edge G el temp 155 F 168 C Cure temp 300 F 149 C entire film Extender O ne Step N ylon Extender for process applications Reducer None Caution Do not trap or overprint on fluorescent colors Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up Mineral spirits H ealth amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Excellent for printing untreated nylon fabrics ranging from coarse deniers used in back packs and luggage to the finer deniers used in garments umbrellas USE OF HUGGER CATALYST e O ne Step N ylon inks should N OT be used on waterproofed satin jackets or when print ing onto waterproofed nylon materials If the nylon material has been treated to repel water the waterproofing must be removed and the addition to ink of H ugger catalyst at 10 percent by weight will be necessar y e W ipe down the print area with rubbing alcohol or acetone if printing on a tightly weaved jacket material e The cross link reaction between the catalyst and ink takes approximately 48 72 hours to fully bond to the fabric Therefore scratch testing should not be a quality criteria immedi ately following printing e The Hugger Catalyst chemistry activates upon exposure to moisture the air T he amount of moisture exposure determines the shelf life of the mixed ink
17. 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Vly P gt gt Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN TRANSFLEX 10007T FTRANSCLEAR The Clear Choice for ExtendingYour Transfer Ink C apabilities Use 10007TF TransClear as a clear backer to all the Transflex inks to extend the wash and durability of every transfer Use 10007TF Clear as a first down print for transfer four color process transfers This clear gives superb color contrast and keeps the half tone dot in definition Use 10007TF Clear as a first down or last down print for Transflex O ne PacPuff It extends the stretch and wash durability of the puff W hen using 10007TF Clear as a first down print for Transflex colors four color process and O ne PacPuff transfers be sure to use a 355 365 half tone screen mesh WILFLEX TRANSFLEX PRINTABLE ADHESIVE 710210TF Enhances A dhesion to Substrates and Metallic Foils Transfers backed up with Transflex Printable A dhesive will have excellent adhesion to a wide range of substrates improved stretch and washability to 204 F 95 Printable Adhesive is printed last over all Transflex colors in a screen printed design to enhance adhesion Transfers backed with Transflex Printable A dhesive will have excellent latitude and can be transferred at temperatures between 350 and 400 F 175 and 200 Transflex Printable A dhesive will gel at temperatures between 212 and 245 F 100 120 Transfer Adhesive powder is
18. Extender None Reducer Up to 3 by weight Reducer 11 R10 by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Fast fusing ink fuses at 270 F e Excellent durability and tensile strength e Ideal for printing carpet woven mats and Lycra or stretch fabrics e Less opaque more gloss than SSVFF SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e MCVFF inks re melt at 300 F 149 C and may be cold peel transferred at this temperature Conventional heat transfers can be produced on coated stock e W ilflex MCV FF is 100 percent solvent free and cannot be air dried e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests an
19. F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e Prints through fine meshes with matte finish e O ptically bright white with fast flash e Good bleed resistance e Use as a first down underbase flash white or an overprint stand alone white SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Pre test Pop W hite on light colored or stone washed cotton garments Avoid stacking printed garments hot because such colors are more prone to color distortion Fabric and dye characteris tics can vary between manufacturers and from dye lot to lot Pop W hite is a low bleed NOT a non bleed ink e A heavy flood stroke that fully fills the open areas of the stencil with ink is recommended e For one hit opacity through coarse meshes use a coating procedure that builds a thick even stencil to ensure a good column height of ink e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean
20. Food and Drug Administration FDA regulates all of them Vinyl has been around in such applica tions for more than 40 years and its track record stands Vinyl is one of the most commonly used plastics in the world today Vinyl is a very commonly used plastic In fact it is the second largest volume plastic sold globally Vinyl continues to grow strongly and could not have reached its cur rent level of over 50 billion pounds per year globally were it not for its safety and cost performance Thousands of companies process millions of pounds of vinyl into useful products for society every day Banning vinyl would be unrealistic and unthinkable Vinyl resin is virtually inert Made from natural gas and chlorine vinyl resin uses fewer natural resources than other plastics and saves energy throughout its manufacturing process In addition it s recyclable In fact over 500 million pounds per year are recycled in N America alone D ioxin is not a vinyl issue Poorly run incinerators cause dioxin Incinerators running properly high tempera tures will destroy dioxin Even if vinyl were banned tomorrow there is enough chlorine in waste from salt bleach food and other natural sources to produce dioxin in sub optimal incinerators Dioxin in the environment has been steadily decreasing down over 50 96 from 1970 since the EPA began regulating incinera tion W hile dioxin has been going down vinyl has been steadily growing There are no wh
21. Heat May D etonate 2 Violent Chemical Reaction 1 Unstable if Heated 0 Stable Next Vly P gt Contents 2002 EDITION WILFLEX e TEXTILE USER S MANUAL The purpose of the W ilflex User s Manual is to provide the screen printer with technical information about W ilflex products as well as basic information on screen printing techniques and testing The W ilflex plastisol inks produced by PolyO ne have the inherent characteris tics of plastisol chemistry These characteristics include the gradual increase in vis cosity over time W ilflex products are designed to be most effective when used according to the Product Information Bulletins that follow It is important to care fully follow the guidelines contained in these bulletins The W ilflex User s Manual also contains brief information on the company and its distribution network All products colors and services discussed in this manual may not be available in every country The information in this publication is based on our current knowledge and expe rience In view of the many factors that may affect processing and application these data do not relieve processors from the responsibility of carrying out their own tests and experiments Since PolyO ne has no control over the conditions of use or storage of the products sold we cannot guarantee the results obtained through the use of its products All products are sold and samples given without any represen
22. MC V FF Base e Do NOT flash 2 W ith varying mesh counts apply a flashed base of e MCV FF Base e Transflex Printable Adhesive 3 Alter your ink deposits by combining e Greater stencil thickness and higher mesh count e Lower stencil thickness and lower mesh count e Softer slightly rounded edge squeegees with less pressure 4 Change your ink system to e MCV FF inks and Genesis inks e Transflex transfer inks e mixture of direct print inks and transfer power 5 Apply an overprint of SuperGuard HT e This will seal the fibers and protect your designs from apparent fading Fu is in The left side of the above image was overprinted with SuperGuard HT Back Remember Fibrillation relates to ink film strength and fabric characteristics 9 Next 1 r Contents Next Vly P gt Contents DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING INFORMATION PLEASE NOTE The following information is given in good faith and applies to the United States O ther countries should consult their dis tributor or other regulatory organization for further information PolyO ne encourages all printers to reduce waste at its source and recycle as much remaining waste as possible These practices will help to protect the environ ment as well as reduce cost INK PolyO ne has formulated all W ilflex Inks with quality safety and the environ ment in mind O ur plasitsol inks as supplied are not considered
23. OPAQUE MAT CHMAKER MIXING COLORS 119730 PM W hite 579730 PM Violet Strong Red Shade 879730 PM Yellow Green Shade 659730 PM Ultramarine Red Shade 889730 PM Golden Red Shade 669730 PM Blue Green Shade 339730 PM Orange Red Shade 779730 PM Green Blue Shade 449730 PM Vermilion Yell Shade Red 479730 PM Magenta Strong Blue Shade 199730 PM Black Slight Brown Shade All of the above paque MatchMaker Mixing Colors have been formulated to comply with both EN 71 and ASTM F9 63 The 11 Mixing Colors are fully intermixable Every effort has been made to closely simulate an opaque representation of the PAN TO N EGcolors listed and as a result the finished colors will have consistent opacity RECOMMENDED SUBSTRATES Cotton cotton blends and some synthetic fabrics For bleed resistance an underbase white such as 11480HT Bright Tiger or 11195MVP MVP W hite must be used Pre print and test all substrates for dye migration ink adhesion wash fastness and other desired properties O paque MatchMaker formulas have been designed for use on dark garments but are very suitable for overprinting onto a flashed white underlay PRINTING RECOMMENDATIONS Mesh For optimum opacity use 86 threads in 34 threads cm mesh For overprinting and fine line printing use 120 305 threads in 49 120 threads cm Squeegee Medium durometer slightly rounded edge Emulsion Conventional direct or capillary films For consistency all formulas provided were prin
24. PolyO ne believes that all producers have a f to protect our environment not only for today s enjoyment but for the enjoyment of future gen erations In addition we consider it important that our customers are informed consumers of our products from safe handling of the material to proper disposal of any wastes Hazard information and communication are an integral part of our commitment to safety To further this awareness we pee directions for proper use on our labels and in our Material Safety D ata Sheets ur Safety and Environmental Engineer is also available to answer your safety and health questions W e follow the many changes that occur each year in the safety and environmen tal regulations and remain committed to a safe and healthy setting for our workers customers and the community As an added service PolyO ne customers enjoy the benefit of highly trained tech nical people who can assist in developing individualized H ealth and Safety Programs such as Hazard Communication and Injury IIIness Prevention as well as Environmental C ompliance Programs O ur Material Safety D ata Sheets should be used to educate all employees in the safe use of W ilflex products and the proper use of safety equipment Safety Information Wilflex Textile Inks W ilflex inks are formulated to be very safe for the user As with any chemical used in the industry good industrial hygiene should be used with W ilflex products T he inks are a moderat
25. SECONDS Red 30 SECONDS 85 SECONDS 140 SECONDS 195 SECONDS Infr Flash Temp OVEN 35seconps 90 SECONDS 145 SECONDS 200 SECONDS Forced Air Platen Temp 40 SECONDS 95 SECONDS 150 SECONDS 205 SECONDS Dryer Length TEMP 4ssconps 100 SECONDS 155 SECONDS 210 SECONDS 50 SECONDS 105 SECONDS 160 SECONDS 215 SECONDS CHART 55 scconps 110 SECONDS 165SECONDS 220 SECONDS DATE TIME gt Back Next 7 Contents Next v P gt gt Contents Evaluation of Plastisol Inks It is important to always pre test plastisol inks before commencing production runs Printability or Processing in Screen Every effort is made to manufacture W ilflex inks to be easily printed under a Variety of screen printing conditions However quality printing equipment and processes allow W ilflex inks to perform at their best See the Screen Printing section of theW ilflex U ser s Manual for further details on screen tension squeegee selection art work and printing conditions Final Print In addition to printability in the screen the finished print must meet specif ic criteria and should always be evaluated The evaluation should be tai lored to the type of print For example the testing procedure for evalua tion of an athletic uniform print would differ from that of an infant wear print The tests below are provided for your convenience and cover gener al print applications only Plea
26. Squeegees Squeegees are designed to help the USE THE LEAST AMOUNT ink flow through the screen mesh The S PRESSURE squeegee should have an to corre spond to the screen mesh used T he Squeegee pressure should be kept to a eae TE minimum to allow the ink t li to aria EE THE NON IMAGE AREAS V PUT THE MESH INTO The squeegee durometer or hardness may be changed to suit ink and print However a 70 85 durometer squeegee may be used for most printing Composite squeegees or squeegees with multiple durometer rubber allow for more control Composite squeegee rubber utilizes the strength of high durometer rubber to maintain proper stiffness and durability while using lower durometer rubber for the edge which contacts the screen and ink Less radius less ink deposit More radius more heavier ink deposit THE EDGE OFTHE SQUEEGEE NEEDSTO MATCH THE MESH NEWMAN CONSTANT FORCE TRIPLE DOUBLE SQUEEGEE SINGLE Back Next V r gt Contents Substrates Substrates for plastisol inks vary dramatically floor mats tote bags to T shirts In each case a W ilflex ink be used to produce a quality print Certain characteristics of each substrate should be considered 1 fabric content 2 color 3 fabric mass 4 heat stability and 5 end use Consult data sheets onW ilflex inks for choosing ink for each substrate FABRIC CONSTRUCTION OFYOUR GARM ENT AFFECTSTHE PR
27. a first down underbase flash white or an overprint stand alone white e Excellent bleed resistance odorless e High opacity good coverage SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS optimize bleed resistance set the dryer belt at the highest possible speed while still ensuring that the ink film reaches 320 F This ensures that the ink s heat exposure is minimal e Suggestions for automatic printing of PolyW hite First print 130 mesh screen flash second print 86 mesh screen e On rare occasions dye migration may occur To determine a material s bleed potential please reference the testing procedures outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production Adjust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likeli hood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex U ser s Manual The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an appli
28. and PC loading 9 P 10670RBi Base Med High High Excellent 10 15 i 350F 171C i Heavy viscous base 10890N RB Rug Base 2 Low i None High Good i 15 300F 149C Low viscosity good mat down properties eee een Sram u or Ku Ecer 10040SSVFF SSV FF Base Med None High Excellent 10 270F 132C i Use of Fast PCs allow higher pigment loading 20 25 1 E A 2100088 Super Base High i None VeryLow i Good 20 25 320F 160C i Most opaque base Easy to blend very matte finish TTE TransC lear Low None NA Good 10 195 230F 90 Hot split clear carrier for process and fluorescent colors i i i i i i i 110C Gelon glitters shimmers i E EEE m bn pus DAL Ee f TransFlex Base Med H igh None Low Good 15 20 195 230F 90 boc Some colors may require 10000PC Clear or Reducer1 110C Gelon Color Stability in Pastels Use more than 196 10870PC 10450PC Fluorescents 10480TUF TufPuff High i None Low i Good 5 190 215F 88 i Colors lighten when transferred 102C G
29. and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V r t Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX NUPUFF DESCRIPTION N uPuff is a plastisol puff ink formulated to give the relief or the elevated surface of similar water based products N uPuff has good durability and overblow resistance PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends Bleed resistance Marginal A bleed resistant white 11010N PF Modified W hite is available Mesh on large area 60 86 t in 24 34 t cm Mesh fine detail 95 110 t in 43 49 t cm Stencil emulsion Direct or capillary Expansion temp 290 330 F 144 167 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender Finesse 10150 may be used to lower puff height without reducing viscosity Reducer 10 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 More than 10 will reduce puff height Caution Excessive modification will impair puff Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Produces an elevated surface for specialty designs e Durable formulated to resist overblow WHITES e 11010N PF Modified W hite Bleed resistant puff white for underbasing e 11000N PF N uPuffW hite SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Different effects may be achieved through the use of
30. and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Contents and non coated paper types from these manufacturers before proceeding W ilflex Technical Services can provide more information on the use of transfer papers See the Transfer Papers section in the W ilflex User s Manual for information on the care and use of transfer papers Preprint transfer and test all fabrics for desired properties before beginning production printing e Examine the fabric type and color before and after the application of the transfer as color distortion of the garment may occur due to the introduction of heat to sensitive fabric types and dye stuffs inherent in the garment e t is advisable to press the blank shirt under transfer press before applying transfer to reduce moisture in garment e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acce
31. ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES Produce dramatic unique effects with excellent durability e Create colors with W ilflex PCs and Silver Shimmer or Glitter SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS MCVFF metallics re melt at 300 F 149 and may be cold peel transferred at this temperature Conventional heat transfers can be produced on coated stock e Although MCV FF Gold and Silver Shimmers were designed to be direct printed the inks may be transferred using a gel temperature of 170 F 77 C a transfer press temperature of 300 149 C and a cold peel process e W ilflex MCV FF is 100 percent solvent free and cannot be air dried e W hen printing glitter inks care must be taken to ensure that the glitter flakes pass through the mesh during the flood stage The glitter particles are 016 square and therefore require a large screen opening for easy passage W hen possible S quality thread is suggested e Silver Glitter and Shimmer can be tinted with W ilflex PCs at 1 2 percent pigment loading to cre ate special colors e Due to the reflective properties of glitter and the heavy deposit of ink careful evaluation of dryer setting is recommended D well times may need to be lengthened e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fast ness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusi
32. away unexposed emulsion the screen is allowed to dry The direct indirect stencil sys tem provides high resolution prints and durability to withstand long pro duction runs 5 Capillary Stencils C apillary stencils are made of a presensitized emulsion coated on a support film The emulsion film is adhered to screen mesh with water Excess water is removed and emulsion is dried then the sup port film is removed The emulsion screen is exposed with art posi 99 CAPILLPRY tive held in contact FILM MESH 2 LAFERS OF SoM FILI bi W 5PMICR N THR UGH CAPILLARY ON Next V4 e Contents by vacuum frame Unexposed emulsion 15 washed away and the screen Is allowed to dry For extra durability a sensitized emulsion may be used for adhesion instead of water Capillary stencil systems are convenient and fast to process T hey also provide high resolution prints even with thick film coating Note Care should be taken to properly expose emulsions Exposure units and methods should be monitored and recorded Proper exposure is critical for durability of stencil system Exposure calculators are available to assist in determining proper exposure requirements For further information please consult your stencil system supplier ebrii Stencil fracture Next v P gt gt Contents
33. can be used as a clear 370 375 F adhesive for most TF inks TF Printable Used as an over print or Acts as a printable adhe 60 86 mesh Adhesive under print coating adhe Sive to be printed allTF 10 25 newtons 10210TF sive for all TF inks Also inks to enhance adhesion 60 75 squeegee for metallic foil adhesive to garment Hot split or 210 250 F Next cold peel ink system 370 375 TF Super Soft Tuf Use these inks combi Use in a combination 60 355 mesh Vl Puff 4 Color nation with all other TF graphic to enhance all 10 25 newtons see Process systems aspects of the transfer 60 85 squeegee graphic design 210 250 F 370 375 Contents K ey for Celsius 210 250 F 99 121 C 340 345 F 171 174 C 370 375 F 188 191 C Not all W ilflex products are available in every country The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your product Play Movie Back Next V4 P b m Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX TRANSFLEX SUPER DESCRIPTION Super OpaqueTransfer Ink Transflex Super is a soft feel hot split transfer ink formu
34. care and use of transfer papers e Preprint transfer test all fabrics for desired properties before beginning production printing e Examine the fabric type and color before and after the application of the transfer as color dis tortion of the garment may occur due to the introduction of heat to sensitive fabric types and dye stuffs inherent in the garment e Press blank shirt under transfer press before applying transfer to reduce moisture in garment e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next 1 gt Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN TRANSFLEX TUF ONE PACPUFF TUF NEUTRAL BASE 10480TUF TUF WHITE 11000TUF TUF CREAM 12520TUF DESCRIPTION Tuf One Pacpuff produces multi dimensional graphic
35. color description or a prescribed reference code The ink requirements for a specific job can be calculated by inputting the job reference term size of print percentage of coverage number of prints and mesh count Based on this information the software can calculate a suggest ed volume of ink required for the job Because this is a suggest e ed volume the user can overwrite the program based on past experience and variations in ink stencils squeegees ink viscosity and waste TheW ilflex Ink Management Software offers the user clear advantages in record keeping costing and usage parameters for their inks SPECIFICATIONS Hardware IBM Pentium Processor or equivalent 35MB hard drive space 36MB RAM Windows M 95 98 ME Microsoft Explorer 5 0 or higher Monitor VGA Color Display settings 16 bit color N etworking You may load IMS on a common file on your network however each local computer Will need to install IMS in order to load required system files VISIT OURWEB SITE To download the software or for application and database upgrades visit our web site www polyone com T he web site has the newest formulations including uncoated Pantone for mulas in MX and PC Express and revision postings e Select screen printing inks e Select Tools amp Downloads e Select IMS Ink Management Software e Register for password Contents W ilflex Scales ACCURATE EASY TO USE Designed for larger au
36. confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 4 Contents M PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX IMAGEBRITE REFLECTIVE ImageBrite Base 10344REF e ImageBrite Black 19000REF e ImageBrite Mid Gray 14295REF DESCRIPTION W ilflex ImageBrite base and colors are plastisol inks formulated for direct print ing on textiles T he base is combined with aluminum coated glass beads to produce a highly reflective ink ImageBrite base is non pigmented non colored A dd up to 6 percent by weight pigment con centrate to create custom colors If black or gray reflective colors are required use stock colors ImageBrite Black 19000REF and Mid Gray 14295REF straight from the container PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 percent cotton cotton blends polyester DO NOT print on nylon Mesh 110 156 threads in 43 61 threads cm Higher mesh counts produce enhanced results Tension 25 35 newtons Stencil emulsion Direct or capillary Squeegee type 75 durometer or triple durometer 70 90 70 Squeegee blade Sharp straight edge Squeegee speed Medium fast Gel temp 160 180 F 71 62 C Cure temp 325 340 F 163 171 C entire film Extender Reducer None Caution Reflective amp wash properties may be compromised by adding produ
37. frames can provide constant tension and reduce off contact requirements while main taining screen snap off behind squeegee enhancing print quality Measurement of tension should be recorded with a tension meter Recent developments in mesh technology have produced special polyester filaments that will withstand increased tension and may change the thread diam eter recommendations H igh tension meshes are particularly desirable when printing process colors and are helpful when printing white inks For further information please consult your mesh supplier In all cases high screen tension enhances the printability ofW ilflex inks Mesh tension on a screen should never be left to chance T he whole process should be kept under constant control Mesh tension is measured in N ewtons C entimeter A N ewton is a unit of force referring to the amount of mesh deformation 1N 102q cm The need for quality and consistency in the printing process requires the print er to use measurement devices to record and control screen tension Although W inks are designed to perform well on screens with various levels of tension proper high tension will help to optimize ink performance For further information please consult your mesh and frame represen tatives and other reference materials on the screen printing process Stencil Systems The purpose of the stencil system is to provide a method for accurate transfer of artwork to substrate Artwork sh
38. from the garment Pass The ink is cured if none of the above is seen Slight loss of color intensi ty AATCC Gray Scale for evaluating change in color 4 5 and slight nap show through are normal for cured ink films after washing Solvent CureTest Solvent testing is only the second most reliable method for testing plas tisol cure The most reliable method is wash testing If solvent testing is chosen to evaluate cure follow these steps Method 1 1 Apply two or three drops of 99 percent ethyl acetate to the surface of the ink layer being tested W arning Ethyl acetate is poisonous and flammable Always wear butyl or nitrile not latex rubber gloves and goggles when handling this chemical Do not pour directly from the container onto the fabric Use a glass eyedropper 2 Fold the T shirt so that the area of the ink film that has been treated With the solvent is pressed against an unprinted area of the T shirt 3 Firmly press the two layers of fabric together with a small C clamp or similar clamping device for two minutes If any ink transfers from the printed area to the unprinted area it is an indication that the ink film is not completely cured Method 1 may give false positive results the test indicates that the ink is completely cured but it is not if the ink layer is extremely thick If the ink layer is thick use Method 2 when testing with solvent Method 2 Use for Thick Ink Film 1 Apply two or three drops of s
39. hazardous waste as defined by RCRA The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act They are not ignitable corrosive or reactive and will pass the T CLP Toxic Characteristics Leaching Procedure If the ink has been cleaned up from a screen floor etc with a solvent listed in the RCRA list except for F003 the whole mixture is consid ered a hazardous waste and must be managed in compliance with RCRA regula tions If the ink is mixed with a solvent on the F003 list the mixture should be tested to determine the flash point If below 140 F it must be managed as a haz ardous waste If the plastisol is mixed with a non flammable Safety Solvent the resulting mixture may be able to be discharged to the municipal sewer The user must contact their local wastewater treatment plant authority to get permission prior to prior to commencing the discharge Screen printers should take care to recover as much excess ink from screens for re use as possible Good inventory practices can help avoid waste as well Also see information in the W ilflex PC Manual All ink should be utilized in operation W hen the container is empty all excess should be scraped from the container This material can be collected for re use or put onto rags or cardboard and run through the oven to gel the ink Ink tempera ture should achieve at least 250 F 120 C for 2 minutes 30 seconds T hese solids can then be disposed of according to local regulations 5 GALLON 1GALL
40. hite such as 11001PFW Epic Cotton W hite may be used as an underbase and highlight white for 100 percent cotton ONLY If bleed resistance is required use 11000PFW Epic BR W hite e For consistency all formulas provided were printed through 156 t in 62 t Cm mesh screen on white 100 percent cotton fabric for color approval W ilflex EPIC Mixing Inks can however be printed through a range of meshes between 110T and 305 t in 43 120 t cm Variation in screen mesh and ink deposit can result in variation in depth of color and opacity e All EPIC Mixing Inks colors were developed using Genesis technology and can be printed wet on wet with exceptional resistance to build up e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing This product has a unique viscosity Upon opening a con tainer that has been unused for several days or weeks it will appear slightly thick Stir to easi ly restore the creamy texture e Do not dry clean bleach iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with W ilflex Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 ORDERING INFORMATION 11888PFX Epic
41. intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Technical Article Back Next 2 2 Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX MCV FF METALLIC SERIES 185570MCVFF Ultra Gold Shimmer e 85370MCVFF Gold Shimmer e 15370MCVFF Silver Shimmer e 15330MCVFF Silver Glitter e 89010MVFF Gold Glitter DESCRIPTION MCVFF Metallic inks comprising glitters and shimmers are formulated to pro duce dramatic effects with excellent durability MC VFF Base is an optically clear base and is a suitable carrier for special flakes and particles Shimmers and Glitters are opaque and can be printed on dark or light garments PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends and some synthetics Mesh 25 40 t in 10 16 t cm for glitters 60 156 t inch 24 43 t cm for shimmers Tension newtons 254 recommended Stencil emulsion D irect indirect amp capillary Stencil thickness 50 70 microns Squeegee type Glitters 75 85 duro Shimmers 60 90 60 Squeegee blade Square Squeegee angle Steep Squeegee speed Hard flood moderate to light pressure Gel temp 170 190 F 75 88 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer Up to 5 by weight Reducer 11 or 10 by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W
42. multiple passes flash curing thick screen stencils and overprinting standard and specialty inks e In multi color printing it is necessary to flash the puff prior to overprinting e If printing a large area lightweight fabric may pucker To alleviate puckering print a mezzotint or dot pattern an 80 percent solid e N uPuff is formulated with overblow protection so the possibility of collapse of the expand ed ink is greatly reduced e Flexipuff Additive 10520 is available to give a raised effect when added to W ilflex General Purpose inks GN S MX However the use of an additive will not give the quality of puff achieved with N uPuff e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended
43. not bleed resistant More than 1 predominant color High chroma colors More than 1 problem color e Soft hand inks on darks adi STEN CIL SU BSTRATE Meshes too fine Order including lights amp darks Stencil too thin Dark garments bad bleeders Consult data sheets on W ilflex inks for recommended gel or flash temperatures Next Products especially suited for flashing include DAG BrightTiger 11480HT Q Olympia PlusW hite 11135W HT Athletic TrophyW hite 11003W HT Contents Xtreme W hite 11999X W Phantom W hite 11555WHT NOTES ON OFF CONTACT Definition Distance the screen is above the substrate before the print stroke Key Point The point of contact with print surface is limited to edge of squeegee and occurs only at time squeegee passes over surface of screen Q uality and resolution are greatly affected at the point of contact aw ee a CA 50 MICRON FILM on La MAX INK LEVEL am ict ge C a SOMBBESSED i 4 FABRIC HEIGHT HEAVY WEIGHT TEE Advantages 1 Sharp Print T he correct amount of off contact can reduce impact of vis cous cohesive ink Plastisol ink with its cohesive quality can cause slurring or loss of definition and sharpness This occurs when the screen sticks to the printed garment and during the shearing process the print slides 2 Reduction of ink build up Because the off contact causes moment
44. of the questions the artist should ask include o W hat is the substrate color type of garment material content o W hat type of print process spot o W hat size does the art need to be child adult left chest o W hat are the ink opacity requirements bright muted glossy matte Is an underlay needed bright ink on darks specialty inks o W hat are the registration requirements butt trap overprint o W hat are your production capabilities auto manual number of colors CREATION The three most common forms of art created for screen printing are hand drawn art computer generated art and art replicated from fine paintings or photographs Hand drawn Art Hand drawn art comes in many forms An artist can create a keyline an outline of the design by drawing it on paper with an opaquing pen shooting it on a camera or scanning it into a computer Art can be created from a hand drawn keyline pro vided the image is loaded into a scanning program converted into paths and then placed into an art program W ith the image in a format that can be manipulated the artist can clean it up change its size and position add text and place color in select ed areas Another option is to draw directly onto vellum or onto a coated screen This method is not recommended but it is effective for simple one color designs Computer generated Art Computer generated art is conceived and designed on a computer through a var
45. of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Technical Article Back Next V4 r Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX ROCK BASE 10670RB DESCRIPTION Use Rock Base to create super textured effects such as solid rock coarse rope or fabric textured surfaces PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends acrylic lycra amp uncoated nylon Bleed resistance Good Mesh 24 230 t in 10 90 t cm Tension 25 newtons Stencil emulsion Fat films for HD Squeegee type Squeegee blade Squeegee angle Squeegee speed O ff contact Gel temp Cure temp Extender Reducer Storage W ash up HS amp E data FEATURES Direct indirect amp capillary 200 600 microns 75 durometer 60 90 60 triple durometer Sharp 45 degrees Medium 1 16 220 F 104 C 350 F 171 C entire film None 3 max by weight Reducer 11 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ilflex Screen W ash Be sure not to scrub HD images when cleaning Available upon request Tough stretchable textured surface Excellent adhesion to fabrics Excellent washability For light or dark fabrics Use as stand alone base or with additions of other additives to achieve many textured surface finishes Part of the W ilflex First Base program SCREEN PREPARATION Use screens meshes from 83 230 32 90 t cm Stret
46. of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 e e Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX CLASSIC CLEAR 12129CC DESCRIPTION A super smooth MULTI PURPO SE gloss clear that can be used in both High D ensity printing techniques and as a flat overprint onto colored inks and textured surfaces to create shiny finishes PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton blends acrylic lycra amp uncoated nylon Bleed resistance None Colorant addition Add 5 by weight Mesh 86 110 t in 34 43 t cm Tension 25 newtons Stencil emulsion Direct indirect amp capillary Fat films for HD printing 200 600 microns Squeegee type 75 durometer 60 90 60 triple durometer Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle 45 degrees Squeegee speed Maximum O ff contact 1 16 Gel temp 220 F 104 C Cure temp 350 F 177 C entire film Extender None Reducer 3 max by weight Reducer 11 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Be sure not to scrub the HD image when cleaning Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Super smooth glossy gel appearance e Excellent adhesion to fabrics elongation and stretch e Print as a stacked wall to create H igh D ensity graphic images e Use as an overprint clear on printed colors metallics and textured surfaces e Can be used as a clear carrier for metallic glitter sparkle small cavia
47. or 770 590 3500 Next V4 ra Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX PC EXPRESS COLOR MIXING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION W ilflex PC Express is a pigment concentrate and base color mix ing system that enables printers to produce accurate coated or uncoated simula tions of the PAN TO N E amp Color Formulation Guide with only 15 pigment concen trates including fluorescents PRINTER S PARAMETERS with 106806 N S Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends some synthetics Bleed resistance N one use BR underbase white Mesh on darks 86 120 t in 34 49 t cm Mesh on lights 110 305 t in 49 120 t cm Mesh fine line 230 305 t in 90 120 t cm Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender 10150FN S Finesse but modification may alter color and opacity Reducer Curable Reducer 10070 but modification may alter color and performance Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash 5 amp Available upon request SUPPORT MATERIALS The PC Express Manual includes instructions for use and the formulation guide for coated and uncoated chips the PAN TO NE Color Formula Guide All PC Express color approvals were printed through a 156 t in 62 t cm mesh screen on white 100 percent cotton fabric and were matched under Cool W hite Fluorescent 41009 K illuminant PC Express recipes are available on the W ilflex Ink Management Software aW i
48. or conventional flat print ink to produce shiny wax textured surfaces in multiple print applications PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton blends lycra amp denim Mesh 24 156 t in 10 69 t cm Tension 25 35 newtons Stencil emulsion Direct amp capillary Fat films HD print 200 600 microns Squeegee type 15 durometer 60 90 60 triple durometer Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle Variable angles to suit each print finish Squeegee speed Medium ff contact 1 16 Gel temp 220 F 104 C Cure temp 320 350 F 160 177 C entire film Extender None Reducer 3 max by weight Viscosity Buster Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Be sure not to scrub the HD image when cleaning Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Shiny wax effect surface super high density straight stack wall Ink produces sharp edge printing e Excellent adhesion to many fabric types super elongation excellent wash properties e Can be used as a metallic adhesive and a carrier for flake particle e Useon its own or with ink color addition SCREEN PREPARATION e Stretch an 86 mesh 34 t cm screen to a minimum of 25 newtons e Complete normal preparation of mesh abrade degrease etc e Wet screen with mist of water apply capillary film e For best results use 250 400 micron film Expose screen to the manufacturer s specs e W ash out image slowly keeping water pressu
49. or download recipes from www wilflex com e PowerPax Buy an MSH kit plus software and a scale for one low price 7 500 and 1 000 gram capacity scales available W ilflex MSH ink formulations for screen process printing produce simulations of PAN TO EGC olors in this color reproduc tion method due to differences in ink film opacity pigment selection and substrate The pigment selection used in blending screen process inks may cause metamerism MSH inks were matched under CoolW hite Fluorescent 4100K illlumi nant Pantone Inc assumes no responsibility for formula accuracy PAN TO N EGis Pantone Inc s check standard trademark for color Portions Pantone Inc 1963 1991 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V P Contents PRODUCT INFO RMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX MVP LOW BLEED SERIES DESCRIPTION MVP Series inks are designed for printing on fabrics prone to dye migration T hese inks exhibit excellent bleed resistance and coverage for dark poly ester blend subst
50. printing imaging prod ucts Phthalates are safe Phthalates have been used safely as plasticizers for vinyl for nearly forty years Extensive testing and scrutiny by such agencies as the FDA for medical applications and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have concluded that the risk to human health in these applications is insignificant Can phthalates leak from flexible vinyl Yes in extremely minute amounts which has been deemed totally safe by health authorities after considerable research And keep in mind that with the abilities of modern day analytical equipment there is always some migration detected with all materials The FDA knows and considers this when approving vinyl medical devices Phthalate producers believe that 40 years of research and clinical experi ence with vinyl in medical devices supports its safe and beneficial use Do Phthalates cause cancer The existing body of scientific studies over many years concludes that there is no validated evidence to indicate that phthalates pose a cancer hazard for humans Some phthalates have shown that when fed to laboratory rodents in extremely high doses for extended periods that there is potential to induce liver or kidney tumors This is true for many chemicals besides phthalates However government agencies and scientists around the world have widely recognized that for phtha lates what occurs at high doses in rodents is not a predictor for cancer effect in humans In ad
51. production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with W ilflex Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 SUPERBASE STANDARD COLORS 19011SB SB Matte Black 42270SB SB Super Drake Red 43000SB SB National Red 485CSB SB PANTONE 485 C Simulation 80100SB SB Super Light Gold The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Technical Article Play Movie Back Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX GENESIS PROCESS DESCRIPTION Genesis process inks are formulated to achieve the cleanest and highest intensity colors for textile process screen printing hese pure transparent col ors ar
52. seconds Transfer pressure 40 45 PSI Gel temp 195 230 F 90 110 C Lower temps will result in a transfer with little tensile strength and higher temps will negatively affect the split of the final transfer Extender None Reducer 3 5 percent max by weight Reducer 71 Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e For use with white or pastel garments e Hot split transfer inks with a soft feel e Excellent printability e Hot split or cold peel SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e The use of Transflex Printable Adhesive 10210TF will improve the adhesion of Transflex inks to a far wider range of substrates when cold peeled e The transfer paper should be peeled immediately after transferring for optimum results W hen cold peeling allow the transfer to cool for approximately 15 seconds before removing the paper e Transfer papers supplied by W yndstone eat Transfer Papers and Hobart McIntosh can be used in association with this ink system O ther paper types can be used with confidence but when evaluating inks for transfers printers should obtain current information about coated and non coated paper types from these manufacturers before proceeding W ilflex Technical Services can provide more information on the use of transfer papers See the Transfer Papers section in the W ilflex U ser s Manual for information on the
53. simulate PAN TO N E colors PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 nylon Bleed resistance Excellent Mesh 40 160 t in 15 61 t cm Stencil emulsion Conventional direct or capillary films Squeegee type 60 to 90 durometer straight edge blade Cure temp 325 F 163 C entire film Extender Base 11422MSH Nylon Mesh Base Reducer 10025VB Viscosity Buster Use 1 3 max by weight Do not exceed recommended amount Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash HS amp E Available upon request Formulated to comply with EN 71 ASTM F9 63 MIXING COLOR GUIDELINES e MSH Mixing colors are created to mirror MX Mixing colors For Pantone simulations simply follow the MX formulas in theW ilflex MX Formula Guide MSH formulas that reproduce PAN TO N EGcolor simulations have been calculated by weight and are presented as a total of 1 000 grams in the Formulation Guide The final volume of ink produced from these formulas will vary according to color and the specific gravity of the ink concerned but all formulas will make approximately 1 quart 1 liter e PC USERS 11422M SH N ylon Mesh Base can be used with W ilflex Pigment Concentrates Generally a 1596 maximum pigment loading is suggested H owever we recommend the use of a PC to Base Ratio Chart or IMS W ilflex Ink Management Software to calculate the maxi mum loading for each pigment e PolyO ne recommends that MSH Mixing Inks be weighe
54. t Contents REDUCERS CURABLE REDUCER 10070RED Viscosity reducer that will cure at standard plastisol cure temperatures 320 F 160 C which ensures that you can lower ink viscosity without fear of cure problems C urable Reducer is an efficient reducer amp an addition of 5 by weight will lower the vis cosity of most W ilflex inks by 25 Additions greater than 10 may reduce bleed resistance amp opaci ty Any dramatic changes in viscosity may result in altered printing characteristics VISCOSITY BUSTER 10025VB Additions of 1 3 by weight will stabilize amp improve the flow properties of finished ink Do not use more than 396 by weight This product is very efficient in small amounts W ill not affect Bleed Resistance or opacity when used as directed REDUCER 1 Reducer 1 is a plasticizer blend therefore excessive use may cause cure amp bleed problems Preferred reducer is Curable Reducer or Viscosity Buster REDUCER 11 Plastisol viscosity reducer plasticizer type suited for SSV FF amp MCV FF ink lines Up to 5 by weight recommended THICKENERS THICKENER 1 Viscous brown liquid used to increase viscosity amp add body to low viscosity inks Recommended limit up to 3 by weight THICKENER 72 W hite Powder An essential for High D ensity printing Additions up to 8 oz cup per gallon of ink are recommended to body amp stiffen a finished ink By increasing viscosity the ink film will sit on substrate surface impro
55. tint strength clean color Blue Shade Violet exhibits outstanding performance properties and high tint strength used to make purples and royals General purpose green shade blue dispersion excellent performance Red Shade blue can be used to tone brown shade blacks to make them bluer low tinting value Clean green shade dispersion high tint value Clean yellow shade dispersion high tint value Universal black that exhibits a brown undertone can be mad bluer with small amount of Marine Blue Bright Transparent yellow dispersion with green shade undertone Bright transparent green dispersion with blue shade undertone Bright clean transparent blue dispersion with a green shade undertone Bright transparent pink dispersion with a bluish red undertone Clean bright violet shadedispersion Useful in matching difficult bright purples and magentas O paque red shade dispersion with blue undertone Similar to 11300PC Bright O range Effective in creating maroon or burgundy colors Blue shade undertone not clean SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Color Matching Guidelines o Maximum recommended Equalizer loading is 5096 to a general purpose base o The use of specialty bases is not recommended Hot split Fast Fusion N ylon Pretest The chemistry of the specialty base will be compromised with the addition of Equalizers Using a specific factor determined for each Equalizer color matchers can convert existing ColorMaster or custom colors to
56. to avoid injury he products are a severe eye irritant and a mild skin irritant Safety glasses and gloves should be worn when using these materials Breathing the vapors can cause dizziness and nausea Use only in a well ventilated area It is recommended that W ilflex products be used Within one year of receipt of product EmergencyTreatment For eye exposure flush thoroughly with clean water W ash any affected skin areas with soap and water If breathing problems occur move to a well ventilated area Do not induce vomiting if swallowed Get prompt medical attention for any emergencies W ilflex Aerosol products must be stored in a cool dry location away from flames and excessive heat D uring a fire containers exposed to high temperatures may explode Cool water should be used on cans exposed to fire Spills should be picked up with absorbent material and disposed of fol lowing all appropriate regulations C ans must be completely vented before disposal W ilflex Material Safety D ata Sheets should be used to educate all employees in the safe use of W ilflex Aerosols products and the proper use of safety equipment WILFLEX SCREEN WASH Application Remove excess ink from screen and aim Screen W ash spray at residual ink Spray Screen W ash onto screen with circular motion Screen W ash stays wet to allow time for cleaning W ipe away excess with towel or rag Safety Screen W ash is flammable Do not spray near motors or elec
57. to follow 85 BASES 15 ADDITIVE NEW Ice Base 10145IB Use as a high density or conventional flat ink to produce shiny wax textured surfaces Super straight edges Can be used asa metallic adhesive and a carrier for flake particle Use alone or with ink PC addition Rock Base 10670RB Rock Hard ink surface Use Rock Base alone or add other First Base products to create innovative textured surfaces Add PCs or metallics to create special surface effects tough and durable Excellent foil adhesive Classic Clear 12129CC A super smooth MULTI PURPOSE gloss clear that can be used in both High Density printing techniques and as a flat overprint onto colored inks and textured surfaces to create shiny finishes Natural Suede Base 10425NS Will produce suede velvet sur face finishes Add other First Base products to produce innovative textured surfaces Natural Suede can be colored to create leather and felt effects tough and washable High Density Clear 10009HDC Can be used as a high density gloss clear or as a high gloss over print to any ink Add PCsto create special gloss images Excellent adhesive carrier for foil special flakes caviar beads and other surface particles Can be used on most fabric types as well as sublimation dyed garments super elongation Next V q Contents M PRODUCT INFO RMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX ICE BASE 10145 DESCRIPTION Base can be used as a high density
58. use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next 21 2 gt gt Contents WILFLEX NUPUFF APPLICATIONS CHART Product Applications Puff design on very lightweight fabric uPuff 1 Multi color puff design 1 print neutral color or white puff flash overprint with GN S or MCV FF inks Stagger puff meshes flash between colors Puff design on fabric with bleeding dyes underbase with bleed resistant white such as 11010N PF Modified W hite tt Special Notes Suggested Meshes Suggested Squeegees threads in durometer threads cm N PF 60 86 24 34 GNS or MCV FF 110 140 43 55 60 86 110 24 34 43 60 86 24 34 Underbase 86 110 34 43 t use of 80 percent mezzotint will help alleviate pucker of fabric tt proper screen tension critical when underbasing Next VW 2 b Contents Plastisol Puff ART FINE DETAIL PUFF IS BEST Easiest to control Less noticeable variance in ink deposit Stencil plays greater role in deposit e Can be used to simulate embroidery STENCIL MAKE A THICK STENCIL Coat dry coat direct emulsion Use an appropriate capillary film Piggy back the capillary e Adhere the capillary with a compatible emulsion
59. will indicate how a transfer will release from the transfer paper after six months to one year on the shelf Accelerated aging tests can be per formed by placing the printed transfer in a hot box or hot room at 100 hours at a temperature of 120 F This will simulate one year of shelf life Tests conducted in your plant will help keep your transfer garment reject risk to a minimum Back Call PolyO neTech Services for more information on Next pre test procedures 1 800 735 4353 Contents Flash Curing Plastisol inks gel or reach an intermediate point between liquid and total fusion T his gelled state is tack free and allows another layer of plastisol to be printed over gelled ink without distortion of print W hen flash curing it is important to monitor temperature with aT hermo probe heat tapes or crayons D ue to differences in power height above ink film and efficiency of the flash unit a specific dwell time cannot be given Incorporating the use of finer mesh counts for your flash plate will decrease the dwell time needed to gel the ink resulting in faster production speeds Be certain to set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch Avoid excessive overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors WHEN TO FLASH ARTWORK INK Large solids of coverage Color not high opacity Color on color Color
60. your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX LUNA CLEAR 1002215 DESCRIPTION Luna Clear is a clear plastisol that appears nearly invisible in daylight but illuminates in the presence of UV blacklight Use Luna Clear to create special effects print secret messages or identify a printer s work by printing hidden licensing data This ink is an excellent underbase that reduces fibrillation and brightens some colors Luna Clear will remain bright after numerous washings and may be printed direct or transferred PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton jersey knit polyester amp blends fleece Mesh Satin finish Transfer 110 280 threads in 43 110 threads cm Mesh M atte finish 305 355 threads in 120 140 threads cm Tension 15 newtons Squeegee type 60 90 60 durometer hard Squeegee type Transfer 65 75 durometer medium Squeegee blade Straight edge profile O ff contact 1 16 Producing clean separation from screen amp garment Gel temp 170 190 F 75 88 C Gel temp Transfer 200 230 F 93 110 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Heat press application 375 F 190 7 10 seconds 40 45 medium firm pressure Extender Reducer None Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request EATURES
61. 0 Bright Orange 15900 Blacklight Green 30400 Dolphin Orange 80000 Gold 40000 Scarlet 80100 Light Gold 42000 Dallas Scarlet 81000 LemonYellow 43000 National Red 82500 Yellow 45800 Russell Cardinal 90000 Fluo Yellow 47600 Brandywine 90100 Fluo Blue 48600 Burgundy 90200 Fluo Green 50200 Purple 90300 Fluo range 50400 Russell Purple 90400 Fluo Pink 60000 Navy 90500 Fluo Neon 60420 Deacon Blue 90600 Fluo Red 60650 Contact Blue 90700 Fluo Magenta 62100 Light Royal 90800 Fluo Purple Genesis Super 23801 Super Spice Brown 75601 Super Spring Green 30401 Super Dolphin Orange 80000 Super Gold 34800 Super Clockwork Orange 80100 Super Light Gold 40500 Super Red 87020 Super Lemon Yellow 47030 Super Fuchsia 87030 Super Primrose 47210 Super Red 2 90010 Super Fluo Yellow Back 57010 Super Purple 90110 Super Fluo Blue 57130 Super Fuchsia 3 90210 Super Fluo Green 60007 Super Marine Blue 90310 Super Fluo range 67040 Super Bright Blue 90410 Super Fluo Pink 67050 Super Royal 90510 Super Fluo N eon 70501 Super Dallas Green 90610 Super Fluo Red 74240 Super Alpha Lime 90710 Super Fluo Magenta Next 75301 Super Turquoise 90810 Super Fluo Purple Vi Above products are made with 10540GNS Genesis Base or 10000GNS Halftone Base Q Genesis Specialty Inks 19850 Process Black 89850 Process Yellow Contents 49850 Process Magenta 99990 Phosphorescent 69850 Process C yan GNS Colorst GNS Super Colors except Super Fluos tt WILFLEX GEN
62. 0096 cotton cotton blends amp some synthetics Bleed resistance None Mesh 60 125 t in 24 48 t cm Tension 25 newtons Stencil emulsion Direct or capillary C apillary stencil film 50 70 microns Squeegee type 60 90 60 triple durometer Gel temp 220 F 104 C Cure temp 325 F 163 C entire film Extender None Reducer 5 max by weight Reducer 11 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e For use as direct print inks for textiles See W ilflex Transflex Shimmers for H eat Transfer application e Excellent adhesion to fabrics e Excellent wash properties e For light or dark fabric grounds SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Check the cure temperature at the ink surface e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach iron the printed area Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since ma
63. 04 127 C Transfer temp 350 375 F 180 190 C Transfer time pressure 10 12 seconds at 40 PSI Extender None Reducer 3 5 percent by weight Reducer 1 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES Excellent cross linking properties Good color and adhesion strength Cold peel transfer SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS The use of TF Printable Adhesive as an additional print will improve adhesion of the litho back white on stretchable fabric surfaces The user should examine the fabric type and color before and after the application of the transfer as color distortion of the garment may occur due to the introduction of heat to sensitive fabric types and dye stuffs inherent in the gar ment Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and exp
64. 10096 Polyester Cotton Cotton Polyester 10096 Polyester Cotton Cotton Polyester 10096 Polyester D enim Drill Hot split coating onto most uncoated papers to extend the hot split feel Soft feel inks for use on dark and light colored fab ric garments Durable wash properties N o white under color to achieve opacity Formulated for soft feel hot split hot peel Inks on light or pastel colored fab ric garments Durable wash properties Formulated for hot split hot peel puff transfers Ready to use straight from the container N o need for adhesive particle powder Produce half tone transfer inks Produce hot split hot peel fine line graphics and photographic repro duction transfers Durable wash properties A hot split hot peel shim mer ink system Highly opaque silver shimmer can have pigment concentrate PC added to ink to extend color range Highly durable wash ink proper ties Base carrier clear for 4 color process colors and fluorescent colors Highly 60 110 mesh 10 25 newtons 60 75 squeegee 210 250 F 370 375 F 60 156 mesh 10 25 newtons 60 75 squeegee 210 250 F 370 375F 60 110 mesh 10 25 newtons 60 75 squeegee 210 220 F 370 375 F 305 355 mesh 15 35 newtons 15 85 squeegee 210 250 F 370 375 F 60 110 mesh 10 25 newtons 60 75 squeegee 210 250 F 370 375 F 305 355 mesh 15 35 newtons 15 85 squeegee properties durable clear coat system 210 250 F Back
65. 1995 N ow more choices are available to help you save time and money D ispenseMaster II eliminates guesswork and delivers complete accuracy It s large enough to handle the most complicated formula yet simple enough to make your job easier than you ever dreamed possible e ACCURACY Fast accurate dispensing of ink to create PAN TO N E simulations Pantone on D emand e PRECISION Dramatically improves color consistency repeatability e VERSATILITY Dispense finished inks MX or PCs and base e CUSTOMIZATION Fully customizable Add as many heads as needed to dispense your most used colors Build to suit your needs and budget Pricing includes O n site installation computer monitor keyboard mouse C PU scale dis pensing heads controller and table Each unit requires custom configuration and pricing will be based on the configuration e Warranty O ne year on parts FOB factory e Power and Air Requirements 208 230VAC 50 60hz Back Next Vd b Contents Back Contents 5007 Shaker SHAKEN NOT STIRRED e Fast thorough mixing of ink with no blades to clean e Will shake containers from one to five gallons Adapter sleeve for one gallon container is Included in price e Machine size 1100 x 600 x 600 mm e Net weight 185 kg e Power supply 220 240V 50 60Hz 10A Price includes power transformer 110V2220V e Motor size LOOOW e Motor rev Alternating e Clamping force Adjus
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67. 501G N SH X Starter kit HEXKIT PROMATCH SET eProMatch Black 19854GNS Wilflex Color Sets Control from Art to Production W ilflex offers color sets to load into Photoshop or work in conjunction with Photoshop Plug ins or sepa ration programs to help artists bring their vision of the design to reality without the hassle W ilflex inks fea ture excellent translucency allowing colors to blend eCyan 69854GNS eMagenta 49854GNS eYellow 89854GNS eClear 10853CLR Starter kits PMKIT PMQTKIT SPOT COLOR CRUNCH SET Print in the same rotation for each job and increase the repeatability and consistency of your prints Use with Freehand Graphics automated separation software Spot Process www colorcrunch com To use with ColorCrunch CC drop Tan Purple Turquoise and Gray Use with X treme W hite W ith Pantone Cross Ref Red W P43542SPT PMS 032 Green W P74209SPT PMS 351 Blue W P61982SPT PMS 300 Turquse W P72253SPT PMS 312 Tan W P20841SPT PMS 471 Gray W 160625 Cool Gray 8 Gold W P81029SPT PMS 123 PurpleW P55715SPT Purple W hiteW P11888SPT 18888MX Black W P19888SPT 19888MX Starter kits WPSPOTKIT WPCRNCHKIT RENAISSANCE SET designed to work with the ICISS color separation programs from Coudray Graphics Technologies This 8 color set covers an extended gamut for optimal color reproduction www coudray com e Renaissance W hite 15111SB Renaissance Cyan 65111SB Renaissance Black 19111SB Renaissance Bl
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69. ARAMETERS Substrates 100 percent cotton non bleed fabrics O N LY Bleed resistance None Mesh underbasing 60 195 threads in 24 77 threads cm for optimum opacity Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion D irect indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 60 90 dual or triple durometer squeegees Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle 45 degrees Squeegee speed Maximum Gel temp 200 210 F 93 99 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun U se within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash H ealth amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e For use on 100 percent cotton garments e Fast flashing e Low after tack e Prints through fine meshes e Use as a first down underbase flash white or an overprint stand alone white e O dorless e Excellent opacity e Matte appearance excellent fiber mat down SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Due to differences in power height above ink film and efficiency of the flash drying unit spe cific dwell time cannot be given e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Use consistent high tensi
70. Asia Shanghai C hina Guangzhou China China TONY SCREEN TECHNOLOGY China ARTREND HOLDIINGS LTD Hong Kong TONY SILK SCREEN Co LTD Hong Kong Union Inks HK Hong Kong CENTRAL SPS Indonesia LUCA S SCREEN PRINTING SUPP Indonesia FK TRADING Co Japan SEIKO ADVANCE Japan DONG IN TEXCHEM LTD Korea PAN ASIA TRADING Co LTD Korea CHUANPLUS INDUST SDN BHD Malaysia NESTOR DISTRIBUTORS Phillippines W inson CHEMICAL Co LTD Thailand DNN Ltd Vietnam Pacific Region FT W iMBLE amp Co Fiji 61 3 9762 3092 61 2 9517 1411 64 9 299 7770 61 2 4957 4474 61 07 322 3465 61 8 9381 8200 61 8 8351 8677 61 3 9887 1522 61 2 9569 8666 86 21 6426 1080 86 20 8157 3698 86 10 6345 0625 86 21 6254 4211 852 2950 0030 852 2341 0159 852 2690 2068 62 21 659 6710 62 22 43 4426 81 3 3762 8901 81 48 766 4511 82 2 2242 1811 822 2279 9734 603 8961 8110 632 524 2157 66 2 898 6199 848 849 1494 679 309 333 Distribution for the through PolyOne W ilflex Australasia Pty Ltd H Wilflex Additives and Aerosols ADDITIVES Reducers T hickeners Extenders Miscellaneous additives to add puff or dimension improve flash etc AEROSOLS Fabri Tak W eb spray adhesive D uo Tak Mist spray adhesive for transfer papers and garments Hot Tak Mist spray adhesive Screen W ash Remove clogs and stains from screen mesh Back Next V4 Contents M Next 21 p oe
71. ESIS APPLICATIONS CHART Product Applications wet on wet or over flashed white Cotton W hite on cotton Bleed Resistant W hite on 50 50 wet on wet or dark sub strate wet on wet over flashed white Cotton W hite on cotton Bleed Resistant W hiteon 50 50 wet on wet over flashed clear Miracle Clear 10160 wet on wet over flashed white Cotton W hite Suggested Meshes threads in threads cm Suggested Squeegees durometer 110 U nderbase 43 96 125 34 49 Staggered by print order 140 230 55 00 140 U nderbase TE 140 140 U nderbase TE on cotton 86 110 Back Bleed Resistant W hite on Underbase 3773 50 50 GNS wet on wet on white or 85 60 90 60 Process ecru Colors ttt Next Vd i A Special Notes Q T evaluate opacity of colors tt courser meshes earlier in print order Contents ttt roller frames with high tension preferable consistency detail and precision are essential Next Vay b Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX SUPERBASE SERIES DESCRIPTION 21000SB SuperBase was developed with the ColorMaster Series as a pig ment concentrate and base mixing system especially for use with PC Master dispensing equip ment The general purpose base exhibits a soft hand with the ultimate matte finish and is one ofW ILFLEX s most opaque bases A dvanced technology and a creamy viscosity allow SuperBase to be pumped SuperBase is virtual
72. F Clear when overprinting designs but illuminates under blacklight conditions Matte finish when printed through high meshes Excellent adhesion to fabrics with good elongation Excellent printability Fast flashing Excellent wash properties SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Printing sequence as a verprint clear last color b Stand alone color For transfers a First down clear Print as first color gel overprint colors gel heat press under standard TransFlex recommendations b Stand alone color Luna Clear has no built in bleed resistance For invisible effect on white fabrics add up to 1 10110PC ExtraW hite Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability amp increased likelihood of dye migration Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use
73. GN S MX SB by adding lpart additive to 2 parts finished color The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 USAGE CHART FOR WILFLEX ADDITIVES and EXTENDERS 0 5 by weight Straight UP inks 0 2 Or OSN Technical Article 5 15 by weight 10 2096 by weight 20 10096 w hen opacity not critical 10 2096 by weight 20 10096 w hen opacity not critical 10 2096 by 0 30 by weight weight 10 2096 by weight 10 2096 by weight Use 11422M SH Base as extender Back 0 10 by weight 1096 will alter ink properties by reducing opacity amp BR 0 20 by weight 0 10 by weight 1096 will alter ink properties by reducing puff 0 1096 by weight 1096 will alter ink properties by raising cure temperatures 0 30 by weight 0 30 by weight 0 10 by weight 0 10 by weight 0 10 by weight 0 10 by weight 1096 will alter ink properties by raising cure temperatures 0 10 by weight 0 10 by weight 0 10 by weight Viscosity Modifiers
74. INTING PROCESS PERCENT REMEMBER FABRIC MASS YOU CAN T PRINT ON AIR 90 W OVEN GOODS 60 HIGH END HEAVY W EIGHT TEES END FLEECE 50 LOW END HEAVY W EIGHT TEES 7O0 LOW END FLEECE 40 50 50 REGULAR W EIGHT TEES For low fabric masses we suggest finer detailed artwork avoid color on color printing higher screen tension small radius short height low durometer squeegee slower squeegee speed reduced squeegee pressure capillary film piggybacked or adhered with compatible emulsion mist type spray adhesive like D uo Tak The higher the fabric mass the easier it is to print Always pre print and test new sub strates For assis tance see Evaluating Plastisol Inks in the W ilflex User s M anual or call Technical Service Technical Article Back Next v4 r Contents Curing 1 GET THE ENTIRE INK FILM TO THE RECOMMENDED CURING TEMPERATURE 2 MONITOR THE HEAT 3 USE THE WASH TEST TO EVALUATE CURE To cure plastisol inks the ink film must reach appropriate cure tempera ture A heat history includes time and temperature used to reach total fusion or cure in ink This cure or fusion 15 instantaneous once the entire ink film hits the cure temperature 320 F 160 C except FF inks 270 F 132 C UseT hermo probe to monitor temperatures Always test for cure with wash tests MAPPIN G OVEN TEMPERATURE Step 1 Place the donut with the Step 2
75. Next v P gt Contents Fibrillation or Washout Fibrillation is a condition that occurs when substrate fibers break loose from the ink film due to washing and drying As the fibers break through the ink film high contrast between loose fiber ends and the ink film cause a faded appearance T he apparent color loss is not the result of plastisol inks washing out W hat is the difference between fibrillation and washout Fibrillation Ink color looks washed out or faded in an even manner over the entire print Inks are cured Most often occurs with 10096 cotton W ashout Ink is faded in spotty uneven patterns O ccurs when inks are undercured Can occur on any substrate How does fibrillation occur Figure 1 W ashing and drying create a rubbing action To test for fibrillation use a sam against the print and raise the loose yarn fibers Ple print that has solid print area and 50 percent dot area from the ink film Additional wash and dry cycles cut the print in half wash and Cause more loss of ink film dry only one half and compare E the halves If the washed photo How can you predict any fibrillation B appears evenly faded after effect only a few washes it s usually a sign of fibrillation Test test test and test some more Test your normal printing conditions for each type of garment you offer Then vary the mesh stencil ink and squeegee to find the best combination t
76. ON AND QUART SIZE HIGH DENSITY POLYETH YLENE CONTAINERS Soiled HDPE containers should be thoroughly cleaned using the same methods used to clean plastisol ink from screens The bail or handle should be removed T his container is now a 100 percent recyclable item STEEL 5 excess ink should be removed by wiping down with rags or for thinner low viscosity inks invert drum for 24 hours and collect excess on card board Dispose of rags and cardboard as previously explained The drum is now in a condition that can be accepted by most steel salvage yards or recyclers For information on steel and plastic recyclers near you consult your local telephlistings FIBER DRUMS U nfortunately at this time fiber drums are not readily recyclable Check with your local landfill authorities on guidelines for disposal of fiber drums If fiber drums are not easily disposed of in your area please request metal or plastic drums with your ink orders AEROSOLS A aerosol products should be completely emptied prior to any type of disposal D ispose of according to federal state and local requirements Next v PI gt Contents DedicationTo Safety PolyO nehas a long history of addressing environmental concerns including no lead ink formulations and the elimination of cancer causing plasticizers W e continue that tradition today with ongoing research to ensure that the plastisol inks we sell are the safest available
77. PF W hite 19888PFX Epic PF Black 38888PFX Epic PF O range 48888PFX Epic PF Red 48889PFX Epic PF Magenta 58888PFX Epic PF Violet 68888PFX Epic PF Marine 68889PFX Epic PF Blue 78888PFX Epic PF Green 88888PFX Epic PF Yellow 98880PFX Epic PF Fluorescent Pink 98884PFX Epic PF Fluorescent Red 98885PFX Epic PF Fluorescent Purple 98886PFX Epic PF Fluorescent Blue 98888PFX Epic PF Fluorescent Yellow 11000PFW Epic BR W hite 11001PFW Epic Cotton W hite 10000PFX Epic PF Extender W ilflex EPIC ink formulations for screen process printing produce simulations of PAN TO N EGColors in this color reproduction method due to differences in ink film opacity pigment selection and substrate The pigment selection used in blending screen process inks may cause metamerism EPIC inks were matched under Cool W hite Fluorescent 4100K illuminant Pantone Inc assumes no responsibility for formula accu racy 5 Pantone Inc s check standard trademark for color Portions Pantone Inc epic The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226
78. PRODUCT IN FO RMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX NOVA BASE 10399NB M ulti purpose special effects base DESCRIPTION W ilflex N ova Base is a multi purpose special effects plastisol base formulat ed for creating glitter particle dry flake effects plus other specialty print surfaces for textiles The base when mixed with a glitter particle flake has the ability to penetrate the fabric and leave the glitter flake exposed and dry The effect created makes the glitter particle look as if it as been scatter coated on the surface of the base N ova Base allows the glitter flake to retain its edge sharpness and brilliance when printed onto light and dark fabrics PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton blends polyester Mix ratio 20 30 flake 70 80 ova Base We do not recommend that you print the base alone Mesh 25 40 t in for glitter particle 10 15 t cm 86 230 t in for flat color effects 34 90 t cm Tension 25 35 newtons Stencil emulsion D irect capillary Fat films HD print 200 400 micron Squeegee type Medium durometer Squeegee blade Sharp Gel temp 160 180 F 71 82 C Cure temp 330 340 F 166 171 C entire film Extender Reducer None Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e Multi purpose special effects base which creates special effect textured surfaces with the addition to the base of pigments fini
79. PRODUCTION Ideally print puff last e Flash cure multi color Wash up with standard solvents Allow to cool before crushing puff e Print wet on wet stagger mesh counts THE PUFF Good adhesion Excellent opacity NuPuff Standard Colors 11000 White 70000 Kelly 19000 Black 75300 Turquoise 23800 Spice Brown 75900 Blacklight Green 40000 Scarlet 80000 Gold 50200 Purple 80100 Light Gold e Washability very good do not dry clean e Resilience excellent e Hue less that original color Ex Red may go slightly pink Color may shift toward predominant pigment Ex A yellow shade red may turn orange e Mesh marks should disappear SUBSTRATE Heat sensitive substrate must with stand 320 F 160 C Composition cotton and synthetics knitted are fine Compression the softer the better Texture plastisols adhere mechanically e Color irrelevant Puffed colors are opaque e Plastisol puff will trap well and adhere Fluo Blue Fluo Green Fluo Orange Fluo Pink Fluo Neon 60000 Navy 81000 Lemon Yellow 62100 Light Royal 90000 Fluo Yellow Play Movie Back Next V P Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX SSV FF Fast Fusing Low Temperature Plastisol GENERAL DESCRIPTION W ilflex SSV FF Silk Screen Vinyl Fast Fusion is a plastisol screen printing ink formulated to fuse and cure at lower temperatures than conventional plas tisol inks SSV FF is de
80. Record the temperature crosshairs in the ink film at five second intervals Step 3 Using the graph provided Step 4 Connect points to deter in the User s Manual plot time mine temperature curve Map and temperature points the dryer in the morning and in the evening to account for changes in the environment DRYER HEAT HISTORY 400 LLL LLL LL LE LLL EL LL EL LL LLL LL LLL LL LLL LL ET UL UL HELL zs LLL EL LLL LE LLL LE LLL LLL LLL LLL L LLL L LLL LL ELLE LLL xo LLL EL LLL E LLL E LLL EL LL EL LL LLL LL LLL LL LLL LL ET UL UL HELL zs LLL EL LLL E LLL E LLL LL LL EL LL EL LL LLL LC LLL LL ET UL HELL so LLL LLL te te TE TET TT ET TT ET TT ET E LL EE LLL LLL LL EL LL LL w LLL LLL LEE LLL E LLL E LLL E LLL EL LLL LL LLL EL LL ELLA HELL UL HELL LE LLL LLL LL LL LLLL o LL LLL LLL LLL ELI HELL LLL LL LLL LL LLLLLL HELL ttt tT EL LL EL LL LE LLL LLLA ee Ue Ye Tee Ise A 0 Sl 3E 5 10 15 20 25 35 40 45 50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150 155 160 165 170 175 180 185 190 195 200 205 210 215 220 SECONDS 5 SECONDS 60 SECONDS 115 SECONDS 170 SECONDS DATA 10 SECONDS 65 SECONDS 120 SECONDS 175 SECONDS DRYER SETINGS 15 SECONDS 70 SECONDS 125 SECONDS 180 SECONDS LOG 20 SECONDS 75 SECONDS 130 SECONDS 185 SECONDS Belt Speed Heating Chamber 25 SECONDS 80 SECONDS 135 SECONDS 190
81. S No space between colors Printing on contact Printing on soft surface Squeegee pressure too high Ink deposit too heavy UNEVEN OR PARTIAL SPLIT LOW PRESSURE Remove moisture from fabric Application time temperature too low Cool spot on platen No ink flow Marginal overcure Delay before peeling Overall faulty press ink on heat plate Check paper type POOR SHELF LIFE OF PRINTED TRANSFERS Paper absorbing plasticizer Transfer over gelled Transfers stored in extreme temps Transfer under gelled Check paper type SUBSEQUENT SHIRTS IMPROVE Pre heat transfer press MIS REGISTER Paper not pre shrunk shrink 260 F 132 C Excess off contact Changed grain direction Varying gel temperatures Humidity change in stock paper CAN T HOLD DETAIL Mesh too coarse Stencil low quality Excess squeegee pressure Ink too fluid Paper movement Inadequate off contact There are many variables affecting the resulting deposit of Transflex ink including screen tension emulsion stencil preparation squeegee durometer squeegee angle amp printing speed Please contact your W ilflex representative Technical Services or theTransflex Product Manager for further information Contents TRANSFLEX SUPER Standard Colors 11000 Super W hite 67040 Super Bright Blue 11010 Premium W hite 67050 Super Royal 30402 Super Dolphin Orange 70501 Super Dallas Green 34802 Super Clockwork Orange 75301 Super Turquoise 40500 Super Red 75601 Super Spri
82. YK screens If your CMYK mesh is 305 t in 120 t cm Use mesh for SGHT 255 t in 100 t cm If your CMYK mesh is 355 t cm140 t cm Use mesh for SGHT 305 t in 120 t cm 3 Place the SuperG uard HT screen in fifth printing position and apply wet on wet 4 You also can flash after the CMYK for optimum results Pretest amp evaluate for preference e Spot Colors O verprint with SuperGuard HT using slightly coarser mesh than spot colors SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Printing Allow one flood one print application Printing properties will be determined by manual or automatic printing applications e Flash Cure and fusion will be determined by the W ilflex base used Please refer to specifica tions outlined for the base e Use as a clear overprint on any type of printing to fight fibrillation e Do not use as an underprint on process printing O verprinting offers better washability and color accuracy e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The in
83. a complete inventory of HD inks By adding one of the versatile additives to your existing inks create graphic effects with as lit tle fuss as possible PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends Mixing Ratio 15 parts finished ink to 25 parts additive Mesh 60 110 t in 24 43 t cm Tension Up to 30 newtons Stencil emulsion 200 400 microns thick Squeegee type 15 80 or 70 90 70 durometer Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle To suit stencil amp print image parameters Squeegee speed Reduced to ensure full flood of stencil ff contact 1 8 Gel temp 175 F 79 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Higher settings may be needed for extreme deposits Extender None Reducer 1 2 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e Produce high stack of ink that allows for fine line definition amp open graphic content e Straight U p Satin amp Suede produce prints with high opacity amp dye bleed resistance e Straight U p Gloss has slightly reduced opacity when used on dark fabric grounds e Control ink usage color amp finish SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Best results have been obtained by adding Straight U p additives to W ilflex MX Color System amp Genesis inks or POM 1000 amp 4000 Series inks including Mono System e To create a high density Pantone colo
84. able Reducer 10070 Caution Excessive modification will reduce bleed resistance and may cause problems in curing or flash curing Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash H ealth amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Fast flashing e Excellent mat down with little or no after flash tack e Versatile multi purpose white e Excellent opacity and brightness e Good bleed resistance SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The inform
85. also available Powder can be sprinkled on back of wet ink surface to promote better adhesion of the inks onto fabrics The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX TRANSFLEX LITHOPRINT WHITE 11620T F DESCRIPTION Transflex Lithoprint W hite is a plastisol screen printing ink for mulated as an overprint white ink for offset lithographic four color process trans fers Lithoprint W hite provides the litho process decal inks with excellent cross linking properties color and adhesion strength as well as washfastness Lithoprint W hite can be heat transferred using a conventional heat press and stan dard cool cold peel method of transfer application PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends polyester rayon linens N ot recommended for woven nylon or Lycra fabrics Mesh 76 86 t in 24 34 t cm Stencil emulsion Direct indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 70 durometer Squeegee blade Slightly rounded Gel temp 220 260 F 1
86. ameters are improved overall productivity is MEX improved Specific areas of improvement include faster set up time for mul vs ticolor work faster printing speeds and higher number of quality prints W ith this evidence indicating the importance of proper screen tension a screen stretching or tensioning methods need to be considered Contents Next V4 P gt gt Contents Stretching Tension Methods To begin the stretch or tension process screen mesh must be posi tioned carefully Eighty percent of screen accuracy is due to mesh position In most cases correct mesh position aligns fibers at right angles Devices used to apply tension to screen mesh are basically either mechanical or pneumatic 1 Mechanical devices operate with tensioning gear and crank or wheel Measurement of tension may be recorded as degree of mesh expansion or through use of a tension meter nce mesh reach es desired tension mesh is attached to frame with every effort to maintain tension D isadvantages of this method include limited ability to reduce mesh tension in corners limited ability to adapt to various frame sizes and loss of tension when mesh is attached to frame 2 Pneumatic devices use a number of relatively small clamps operated with air pressure The small clamps allow even tension over mesh area and controlled tension in corners to prevent mesh distortion In most pneumatic sy
87. an blues with little opacity 18000PC Fluorescent i Very bright transparent yellow dispersion W eak with Yellow green undertone 18010PC Electron Blue Bright transparent blue dispersions D ullest of the fluorescent PC s W eak with a green undertone 18060PC Electron Red Ls Very bright transparent red dispersion Used to brighten red and orange shades 19040PC Fluorescent Bright transparent pink dispersion Very weak in color Pink with a blue undertone 19080PC Fluorescent Bright transparent purple shade dispersion Reddish Purple bas blue underton Use to achieve difficult purple and magenta colors Contents Back Next Maximum loading 40 10540GN 10680GN S 4896 10440TF Not for use in 10344REF High levels tends to increase viscosity of base Not for use in 10344REF Improved color stability Minimum Loading 6 Excellent clean colorant High levels tends to increase viscosity of base Not for use in 10344REF Not for use 10344REF High Levels tends to increase viscosity of base Not for use in 10344REF High levels tends to drop viscosity of base Improved color stability Minimum Loading 2 High levels tends to increase viscosity of base 10440TF color stability Minimum Loading 4 High levels tends to drop viscosity of base High Levels tends to drop viscosity of base Maximum loading 16 10540 10680GN S Maximum loading 16 10540 10680GN S
88. any factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Va 2 Contents is possible to build your own valuable reference library of color and data MIXING GUIDELINES All paque MatchMaker formulas have been calculated by weight and are presented as a total of 1000 grams The final quantity of ink produced from these for mulas will vary according to color and the specific gravity of the ink concerned but all formu las will make approximately 1 quart 1 liter We recommend that you weigh O paque MatchMaker inks on scales accurate to 0 1 gram W ilflex strongly recommends that all the formulas be proofed prior to commencing any production run to ensure color accuracy as the final color is dependent on print technique mesh count and substrate used W ilflex Inc and its associated companies assume no responsibility for the actual color achieved MAXIMIZING OPTIONS withVERSION 2 Formulations W ilflex now offers an alternative formulation guide that offers cleaner brighter colors on white fabric under fluorescent lighting and a broader mixing color palette Version 2 formulations offer the follow
89. ary con tact with surface the contact is quick enough to overcome the cohesive nature of ink 3 Increased printing speed Ink shears at contact point therefore stroke can be faster than printing on contact Considerations 1 SCREEN TENSION The higher the tension the less off contact distance is needed 2 FREE MESH AREA T his is the distance between ends of squeegee and inside of screen frame The smaller the free mesh area the less off contact is possible RECOMMENDAT ION Free mesh area 2 1 2 inches at each end of squeegee and 4 inches for color well at top and bottom Back 3 PALLET SURFACE T he harder the surface the less contact is needed zx Off Contact Rule W ith properly tensioned screens 16 N ewtons and above and free mesh area of 2 1 2 inches on each end of squeegee the off contact distance should be no more than 1 16 inch ideally 1 32 inch W ith wooden frames a suggested off contact distance should be 1 16 to 1 8 inch Next General Rule O ff contact distance should always be less than 1 8 inch GREATER OFF CONTACT DISTANCE GREATER SQUEEGEE PRESSURE m THIS LEADS TO PINHOLING STENCIL BREAKDOWN LOSS OF REGISTER LONGER Q SET UP TIME INK PICK UP gt Contents Each screen should be low enough to allow minimum squeegee pressure to put the stencil into contact with the substrate and high enough to keep the mesh from resting in the wet layers of ink Technical Article Back
90. ation in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 d 1 La Play Movie Back Next V Y Contents gt PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX POLYWHITE 11117W HT DESCRIPTION W ilflex PolyW hite is a plastisol ink specifically formulated to address dye migration problems on a variety of specialty substrates PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Cotton blends 10096 polyester Bleed resistance Excellent Mesh 60 130 threads in 24 51 threads cm Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion D irect indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 60 80 durometer straight edge Squeegee blade Hard square Squeegee angle Low angle Squeegee speed Hard flood slow speed Gel temp 200 F 94 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer None Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Works well on heavy colored aprons dark athletic meshes amp heavy dye load caps e Use as
91. cally Clear Base Caution Pigment migration on overprint colors 1054065 Genesis Base Med High None Medium Good 20 320F 160C gt Control opacity with 10110PC and PC Loading 40 10110PC Extra W hite PC Max 1696 Fluorescents 1 low Non Wi Good 320F IG0C Useio make Brocess Colors and Fluorescents 106806 Genesis Plus Med High None Low Good 20 320F 160C Slightly more opaque than 10540GN S easier to blend Base i i ne i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i n i ii i i i n i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i n E 10640GN S GNS puper Bask Med High i Low Good i 230 320F 160C i Designed for European Market European Sales Opaque general purpose direct print only i i i E i eee 1 0009156 igh i oW N lone Excellent 5 mm 3C T m C gution Pigment migration on overprint colors Clear Very Glossy low pigment loading P 1 as ua keBae High None f High Excellent 15 20 1 dei Shiny wax like texture amo POT ImagBrte Low None Low Good 39 t ESSO UG Special PC requirements refer to PC Express Manual NER rp
92. cation processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Play Movie Back Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX POP W HITE Z11123HT GENERAL DESCRIPTION W ilflex Pop W hite is an optically bright white ink formulated to give excellent printability through a wide range of meshes Pop W hite s excellent opacity fiber mat down low gloss level and good flash properties permit it to be utilized as both a stand alone and an underbase white PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Bleed resistance Mesh on darks Mesh underbasing Mesh fine line Tension newtons Stencil emulsion Squeegee type Squeegee blade Squeegee angle Squeegee speed 100 cotton cotton blends some synthetics Good 86 125 t in 34 48 t cm 140 255 t in 55 100 t cm 195 to 280 t in 77 110 t cm 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended D irect indirect amp capillary 60 80 durometer D ual 70 90 or triple 70 90 70 Slightly dulled coarse mesh sharp fine mesh Avoid excess pressure Maximum Gel temp 160 180 F 71 82 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution Do not stack hot Storage 65 90
93. ch screen to 25 newtons tension Can be used with High Density films such as 200 400 micron film SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Can be used as a conventional flat print ink Can be used as a High Density Ink Addition of pigments and other additives to the base should not exceed 15 by weight To gain higher yields use a print flash print method for both flat and high density printing Complete curing is important Multiple dryer passes may be necessary to ensure total cure Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex U ser s Manual Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO neTechnical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 435 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers
94. choked color is a white underlay and helps stop colors from bleeding into each other by creating a slight barrier of fabric To choke a color simply place acetate sheets between the art and the film The light will naturally expose inside the edges creat ing a slightly smaller image on the film To create a white underlay an artist can reg ister the film separations together on a contact frame and expose them onto dupe film This method automatically chokes the plate This method is also useful in cre ating transfers because it is critical to butt register all transfer colors Back Computer Separations Computer separations usually are rendered from art created in a computer graphics program O ther art can be separated with the use of a computer but first it must be scanned or converted digitally before it can be manipulated in a graphics program Next A piece of art created in a vector program is sepa rated easily because the color usage is controlled dur ii ing the creation of the art The program will render AA separations per color and will print out exactly what i W the artist needs Fine art or photographs can be separated by computer provided the artist has Contents access to a large format scanner a drum scanner or a digital camera If the Art Next v P Contents Department doesn t own any equipment a service bureau can be paid to scan these images For best results the ima
95. ciency saving time and money Automate the process by using with IMS Software SHAKER N o fuss no hassle way to mix inks N o blades to clean THERMO PROBE Ensure your prints are completely cured Back Reduce rejects due to undercuring Contents Next Vay q Contents Fast Efficient C ost effective W ilflex IMS is aW indows V based program designed to enhance W ilflex s existing formulation books by offering all color mixing systems in one package The user friendly menu driven software runs on IBM or IBM compatible computers Wilflex Ink Management Software e Provides formulations for W ilflex color mixing systems at the click of a mouse e Forecasts ink usage by weight per print print area or ink quantity e Creates and stores job specifications including mesh counts ink quantities design area under base requirements and MO RE e Offers a variety of measurement units including grams pounds gallons and kilograms e Allows printing of multiple formulations as reports or labels e Customizes formulas with a usage factor to allow for double stroking heavy film stencils off contact or squeegee pressure e Create and print your own formulation guides e Recycle feature allows you to use up old inventory to make new colors e Link 7500 g scale with software by adding optional Y C C01 6 cable The IMS Software user may select an ink formulation based on the color code
96. container W ilflex OPM ink formulations for screen process printing produce simulations of Colors in this color repro duction method due to differences in ink film opacity pigment selection and substrate The pigment selection used in blending screen process inks may cause metamerism OPM inks were matched under D65 simulated daylight Pantone Inc assumes no responsibility for formula accuracy PANTON EG is Pantone Inc s check standard trademark for color Portions Pantone Inc 1963 1991 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 P P Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX EPIC COLOR MIXING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION TheW ilflex Epic new ink technology color mixing system has been special ly formulated with non phthalate plasticizers It is an easy to use easy to mix color mixing system with 15 intermixable colors that enables printers to produce simulations of coated and uncoated PAN TON E amp C olor Formula Guide colors on white and dark with white u
97. creen mesh that duplicates the planned use of the white ink as well as two other possible combina tions 2 Print just the white ink on appropriate fabric swatches and hold for three weeks After three weeks visually evaluate the prints for white ness You may choose to try accelerating this evaluation by holding the prints at 105 F 40 C for 2 to 5 days Additional information on synthetic polyester dye migration and subli mation is detailed in the Screen printing and Graphic Imaging Association SGIA Technical Guidebook Fabric Discoloration Test It is extremely important to pre test on light colored or stone washed garments Avoid stacking hot because such colors are more prone to color distortion due to the dye stuffs inherent in the garment Fabric and dye characteristics can exhibit variance between manufacturers and from dye lot to lot The following test will determine if the fabric dyestuffs are prone to discolor 1 Print ink onto suspect fabric and fuse 2 Cover the print area with a piece of the suspect fabric sandwiching the print and set in a heat press 3 Set the heat press to 200 F and 5 PSI 4 Close the transfer press and let sit for four hours before visual evalu ation If material is prone to discoloration you will see a ghost image of your printed image on the material that was covering the printed area Transfer Release Test It is important to conduct accelerated age tests in your plant which
98. cts other than those recommended Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e State of the art reflectivity on dark and light fabrics Levels similar to reflective tapes and films Excellent adhesion super reflective response even after washing Prints easily through recommended meshes For use with safety and fashion design concepts For high visibility clothing SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e To produce reflective colors add up to 6 percent by weight W ilflex pigment concentrate to the ImageBrite base N OTE W hen adding pigment concentrates to ImageBrite base 10344REF it is rec ommended to mix only what is needed for the print application Increased viscosity in the mixed ink may occur in the short term e Some pigment concentrates should NOT be used with ImageBrite base These include 10450PC Maroon 10570PC Violet 10500PC Purple 10200PC Lt Brown 10250PC Dk Brown 10300PC Lt O range 10400PC Red 10610PC Horizon 10680PC Blue 10700PC Green e Do not print reflective inks on top of an underbase as the reflectivity will be greatly diminished e Do not double stroke the inks ie No print flash print e W ilflex reflective colors work well on dark fabrics but they are not totally opaque The color under normal lighting may vary with substrate color e To print a block graphic design on dark fabrics the printer may print
99. d The unexposed emulsion is rinsed away with water The emulsion film is mounted on mesh and allowed to dry After emulsion is dry the support film may be peeled away Indirect systems give high definition prints for medium print runs P Q Contents Back Next v4 P Contents 3 Direct Photostencil D irect photo stencil systems are processed with the stencil system on the screen mesh T he emulsion is a photo sensitive liquid that is applied to mesh to embed mesh with emulsion Several coats of emulsion will help produce a higher resolution print After the mesh is coated and allowed to dr y the emulsion is exposed with the art positive in contact with the emul sion After proper exposure the unexposed emulsion is washed out D irect stencils are durable but can allow some ink spread due to poor edge defini tion 4 Direct Indirect Photostencil T he direct indi rect photo stencil combines methods and advantages associated with direct and indirect systems A film consistency of an unsensitized emulsion on a support film is placed in contact with dry screen mesh A sen CHUA sitized liquid emulsion is then squeegeed on inside of screen mesh to adhere emulsion film and sensitize it The emulsion is dried and the support film 15 peeled aw ay The emulsion 15 exposed with the Lac na art positive in contact with the emulsion After washing
100. d experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Vy Y Contents wD EXTENDED GAMUT Extended gamut refers to adding RGB to aCMYK palette W ilflex recommends using the Tone Set with RGB colors e 47507GN SRGB Red 67507G N SRGB Blue e 7507GN SRGB Green HEXACHROME The hexachrome set is an independent color gamut 87501GNSHX HexYellow e3 501GNSHX Hex Orange 47501GNSHX Hex Magenta C 67501GNSHX Hex Cyan 501GNSHX Hex Green e 19501GNSHX Hex Black FIBRILLATION Lower viscosity process inks are more prone to allowing fibers to be exposed during laundering To combat this use SuperGuard HT as an overprint The left side of the image at left was overprinted with SuperGuard HT WHERETO GET THE COLORVALUES The process color values for W ilflex inks are available on the W ilflex User s Manual CD ROM or download from the PolyO ne web site www wilflex com SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Use an appropriate underbase on colored fabrics e Lower viscosity process inks are more prone to allowing fibers to be exposed during laundering To combat this use SuperGuard HT as an overprint e ensure good quality separations use a separator who specializes
101. d experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next gt gt Contents O pacity MCV FF vs SSV FF Medium to High Medium to High Elongation Excellent Excellent 210 F 132 C 270 132 Gel Flash 170 F 77 C 170 F 77 C Bases available for PC System Pigment Concentrates Percentage Used in Color Matches Recommended Meshes 10 of weight of MCV FF Base with standard PCs or refer to PC Base Ratio Chart in PC M anual 140 305 threads in 55 120 threads cm 10 of weight of SSV FF base with standard PCs three special PCs 10770 Fast Gold May be 11040 Fast W ey 10370 Fast Red high opacity shades 63 120 threads in 25 49 threads cm Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX ONE STEP NYLON INK DESCRIPTION W ilflex One Step N ylon Ink is formulated to print onto untreated nylon T he ink can be used like a standard plastisol ink and will not dry in the screen or harden in the container O SN inks flash quickly to allow multi ink production with cure gel temperatures of 300 F 149 PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Untreated 100 percent nylon Mesh O SN W hite 60 110 threads in 24 43 threads cm Mesh O SN Colors
102. d on scales accurate to 0 1 gram Proof formulas prior to commencing any production run to ensure color accuracy as the final color is dependent on print technique mesh count and substrate used PolyO ne and its asso ciated companies assume no responsibility for the actual color achieved COLOR SPECIFICATION MX formulas were printed through a 156 t in 62 t cm mesh screen and viewed under cool white fluorescent 4100K illuminant These specifications were used internally at PolyO ne for all PAN TO N E simulation color approvals Similar print application screen mesh squeegee pro file and light specifications should be implemented in your shop to ensure comparable results Remember any variation in screen mesh and application can vary depth of color and opacity W e recommend that you maintain a color library of your prints SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Inks produced using the MSH Mixing System are translucent to opaque W hen blended according to formulations resulting colors vary in opacity from translucent to semi opaque e If your application requires N on migrating Pigments please contact PolyO ne Technical The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and e
103. dition scientific studies conducted on monkeys have not shown the adverse health effects resulting from exposure to phthalates Just think in order to achieve the same effect as the lab rodents an individual would either have to eat the plastisol logos off of 48 t shirts per day for the rest of their life or a pregnant woman would have to bathe for 4 5 days in plastisol Simply put as our studies indicate low levels of exposure do not pose a significant human risk Do phthalates cause reproductive problems in humans Similarly to the studies on cancer laboratory rats and mice have shown that if phthalate esters are given in high doses during certain phases of pregnancy adverse effects can occur But long term high dose levels studies with phthalates in pri mates did not produce reproductive organ damage So again there is a great deal of evidence that indicates the effects seen in laboratory animals will not be seen in humans Next V4 e gt Contents Health blue 4 Deadly 3 Extemely Dangerous 2 Hazardous 1 Slightly Hazardous 0 No Hazards Special H azards white OXY xidizer ACID Acid ALK Alkaline COR Corrosive W Use No W ater Radiation Hazard Special NFPA Rating System Fire red 4 Burns Readily amp Rapidly 3 Burns Easily 2 Burns W hen Heated 1 Burns W hen Preheated 0 Will Not Burn Oxy Reactive yellow 4 May Detonate 3 Shock amp
104. e 10700PC Green WILFLEX Base 10680GN S Genesis Plus Base 10870PC Bright Yellow 10940PC Velvet Black 11300PC Bright O range 11650PC Marine PC 18000PC Electron Yellow 18010PC Electron Blue Create PANTONE 18060PC Electron Red 19040 Fluo Pink Simulations with Just 19080PC Fluo Purple 15 Pigments Changing Bases The use of IMS Software or PC Base Ratio charts allows you to change bases with the modification of pigment loading or special requirements Optional PCs Pigment Concentrates 10000PC Clear Optional Bases 10540GNS Genesis Base 10250N PF Base 10200PC Light Brown Back 10440TF TransFlex Base 10370PC E Red ac 11422MSH Nylon Mesh Base 10490PC Venus 10108SA Stretch Base A dditive 10770PC Fast Gold 10000GNS Genesis Halftone Base 10830PC Blaze Gold 10007TF TransC lear 10860PC BlazeYell 10040SSVFF SSV FF Base 10970PC vi ndi Next 10150FNS Finesse 11040PC FastW hite 18800M C VFF MCV FF Base 11600PC Bright Blue 10099MVP MVP LB Neutral Base 11820PC Blaze Lemon 11422MSH MSH Nylon Mesh Base 12220PC Shining Gold 21000SB super Base 18020PC Electron Green 10640GNS Genesis Super Base Europe only 18030PC Electron O range 19050PC Fluo N eon Contents 19070PC Fluo Magenta Base Application Chart Part Number Description Opacity Bleed Gloss Elongation Max PC Temp Special Features Resistance Load by wt 12129CCi ClassicClear Low None High Excellent i 5 350F 177C i Opti
105. e 76065GT GREEN GLITTER DESCRIPTION PolyO ne introduces the newest range of Glitter inks to add special effects to garment designs T hese inks can be used to enhance graphics or can be used as a unique stand alone product These glitters have been specially for mulated to give maximum coverage on dark fabrics The glitter colors have been incorporated in the clearest glossiest plastisol base available The inks produce a dramatic glitter effect with excellent wash durability Glitters can be used with coated transfer papers to produce hot split transfers Best transfer split results have been achieved when using a hot split clear as a first down print on the paper RECOMMENDED SUBSTRATES 100 percent cotton cotton blends and some synthetic fabrics Pre print and test all fabrics for dye bleeding ink adhesion wash fastness and other desired properties PRINTING RECOMMENDATIONS Mesh Meshes between 25 and 40 threads in 10 15 threads cm are recommended W hen possible S quality thread is suggested due to its smaller diameter resulting in a larger mesh opening Squeegee Best results have been achieved by using a 60 90 60 squeegee durometer Emulsion Direct or capillary stencils may be used It is recommended to use a 50 to 70 micron capillary stencil film and use a compatible emulsion for adhesion to mesh CURING 325 F 163 C Failure to cure ink properly causes poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durabilit
106. e Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Play Movie Back Next V4 e Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX TRANSFLEX SOFT DESCRIPTION Semi Opaque Heat Transfer Ink Transflex Soft is a soft feel hot split trans fer ink formulated for white or pastel substrates T his ink offers improvements in printability and transfer latitude over conventional hot split inks Produce four color process transfer prints with or without a clear back up ink using Transflex Soft Process Colors TF Soft inks also may be used for conventional cold peel transfers PRINTING amp TRANSFERING PARAMETERS Substrates Knitted fabrics cotton linens polyester blends amp rayon recommended for woven nylon or lycra Mesh std opacity 60 86 t in 24 34 t cm Mesh fine line 110 195 t in 43 77 t cm Stencil emulsion Solvent resistant direct emulsions or capillary films Transfer temp 365 375 F 185 190 C Transfer time 5 to 7
107. e designed for high productivity direct wet on wet printing Excellent resistance to build up superb printability extremely soft hand and minimal dot gain PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends all white grounds Mesh 305 to 355 threads in 120 140 threads cm Tension newtons 25 Stencil emulsion Direct indirect amp capillary Squeegee type D ual 70 90 or triple 70 90 70 Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle 60 degrees Squeegee speed Medium fast Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender ProMatch Clear Soft Hand Clear 10140 Reducer Finesse 10150FN S Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request ORDER INFORMATION GENESIS STAN DARD PRO CESS SET 19850GN S Process Black 13850GN S Process W hite 49850GN S Process Magenta 69850GN S Process C yan e 89850GN S Process Yellow GEN ESIS PRO CESSTO N E SET Create natural colors straight from the container e 49855GN S ProcessTone Magenta e 69855GN S ProcessTone C yan e 99855GN S Process Tone Yellow e Use with 19850GN S Black 13850GN SW hite PRO MATCH SET e 19854GN S Black 698546 5 C yan e 49854GN 5 Magenta 898546 N S Yellow The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests an
108. e edge by providing Wilflex Specialty inks to accommodate new and future trends NEW Nova Base 10399NB Dry Flake effect Nova Base penetrates the fabric leaving glitter flake exposed and dry Glitter stays on the design appears scatter coated Multi purpose special effects base Distressed Platen Printing Use items such as aluminum foil wire mesh or light fixtures to create unique textures Printing wth Foil Use Rock Base Ice Base or HD Clear as a foil adhesive to create this eye catching look Straight Up High Density Additives Create totally innovative 3 D stacked graphics in three unique styles Satin Suede amp Gloss Add to 25 additive to 75 by weight existing inks such as Wilflex MX or Genesis to create graphic effects with little fuss Technical Article NEW ImageBrite Reflective Base 10344REF Super reflectivity on cotton cotton mix fabrics amp polyester Mix with up to 6 percent Wilflex pigment concentrates to create a Back range of reflective colors ImageBrite Black amp Mid Gray available Printing with Beads Wilflex High Density Clear 10009 provides the perfect Next adhesive for caviar beads Remelt beads to create effect at left Combine printable caviar beads with Nova Base to create inter esting effects Printing with Flakes Wilflex High Density Clear provides the perfect adhesive for flakes Unbelievable looks Contents Next V fy q Contents M
109. e information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect ontents processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Technical Article Back Contents Wilflex Transfer Inks TRANSFLEX SERIES N umber 1 in the market TransFlex Super inks for dark and light garments TransFlex Soft inks for light and pastel garments TRANSFLEX FOUR COLOR PROCESS Clean Pantone referenced high intensity colors for process printing 10007 TransClear provides carrier for 4 color process inks TRANSFLEX SPECIALTY INKS TransFlex Printable Adhesive TransFlex Tuf Puff TransFlex Shimmers WILFLEX TRANSFLEX APPLICATIONS CHART Application Screen Mesh Sizes Screen Tension Squeegee Types Gel Temps Fusing Ranges Features Benefits Technical Article TF Super O paque Inks TF Soft Inks TF Tuf Puff Transfer Puff TF 4 Color Process TF Shimmers 10007 T ransC lear Cotton Cotton Polyester C otton Polyester blends Polyester D enim Drill Uncoated Lycra Cotton Cotton Polyester C otton Polyester blends Denim Drill Uncoated Lycra 100 Cotton Cotton Polyester
110. e skin and eye irritant In general safety glasses should be worn and gloves are recommended Consult the H MIS code on the label or the Material Safety D ata Sheet for the proper personal protective equipment recommended for a specific prod uct EmergencyTreatment If the ink gets into the eyes flush thoroughly with clean water W ash any affected skin areas with soap and water If ink is swallowed do not induce vomiting Get prompt medical attention for any emergencies Handling amp Storage Spills of the material should be collected with an absorbent material and disposed of following all appropriate regulations W ilflex inks should be stored away from flames and excessive heat W hile the inks are not flammable pressure can build up in a drum if exposed to a fire Cool water should be used on containers exposed to fire Safety Information Wilflex Aerosols Many W ilflex Aerosol products are flammable and must be stored and handled properly to avoid injury The products are a severe eye irritant and a mild skin irri tant Safety glasses and gloves should be worn when using these materials Breathing the vapors can cause dizziness and nausea U se only in a well ventilated area EmergencyTreatment For eye exposure flush thoroughly with clean water W ash any affected skin areas with soap and water If breathing problems occur move to a well ventilated area Do not induce vomiting if swallowed Get prompt medical attention for any
111. ear FEATURES e Excellent color vibrancy Softhand hot peel inks The inks have good elongation and wash properties Super halftone dot control Compatible with all other Transflex transfer ink systems W HERETO GET THE COLORVALUES Process color values for W ilflex inks are available on the W ilflex User s Manual CD ROM or download from the W ilflex s web site www wilflex com SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e A standard printing sequence for the process colors is as follows 1 Black 2 Blue 3 Magenta 4 Yellow If the TransC lear 10007TF is used as the hot peel coat be sure that the TransC lear is printed FIRST on the paper The process colors are then printed on top of the first down TransC lear T he recommended screen mesh for the first downTransC lear is 305 355 t in 120 140 t cm e The majority of the standard transfer papers can be used with confidence If a softer feel transfer is required an uncoated transfer paper is suitable especially if TransClear is printed on the paper first In most cases a hot split hot peel transfer paper will be required See the Transfer Papers section in the W ilflex User s Manual for information on the care and use of transfer papers e Preprint transfer and test all fabrics for desired properties before beginning production printing e Examine the fabric type and color before and after the application of the transfer as color distor tion of the garment may occur due to the introduc
112. elon n M E 4 2 Contents Back Next Pigment Concentrates saccis RARI xpress y Very strong white dispersion Used for high opacity and not clean Used to create maroon or burgundy colors requiring a blue undertone 10110PC Extra W hite 10450PC 10570PC Violet PC 10680PC Blue Strong green shade blue dispersion Used in blue turquoise and aqua inks 1 Green Very strong blue shade green dispersion Excellent for creating turquoise and aqua inks W hen making bright or yellow shade green inks blend with a green shade yellow dispersion 0700PC 0870PC Bright Yellow L3 Bright transparent yellow Very clean in masstone and tint Excellent for process colors or other transparent colors 1300PC 1650PC Strong clean magenta dispersion with blue undertone Excellent for making fuchsias and rhodamine colors Very strong maroon dispersion The tint is very blue Very strong blue shade purple dispersion Its color and tinting strength produce effective color with small amounts Excellent for opaque purples and royals 10940PC Velvet Black Strong black dispersion with bluish tint Used to make blue tinted grays and as a general purpose black PC 1 Bright Orange O paque red shade orange dispersion Creamy texture allows it to be easily mixed into any base 1 Marine Blue Strong clean blue dispersion with a slight red undertone Makes very cle
113. elongation excellent fiber mat down XTREME 11999XW EPIC COTTONWHITE Super smooth fast flashing no after tack 11001PFW N on phthalate cotton underbase white MVPWHITE 11195MVP Low bleed high opacity white MX WHITE 11888MX W et on wet highlight white NUPUFF WHITE 11000NPF Puff white OLYMPIA PLUS 11135WHT O paque underbase and highlight white for 100 cotton a OPM WHITE 119730PM W et on wet highlight white PENNANT 11000PEN For nylon micromesh amp dazzle cloth Va athletic uniforms Q PHANTOM 11555WHT Contents Fast flash low tack white Next WILFLEX WHITE INK APPLICATIONS CHART Bleed Matte esianation Application Comments Resistance Opacity Down Artist White General Purpose conomica PA 100 Cotton only 100 Cotton only 1 VG 11003WHT Resistance White Poly Poly blends 11345WHT Mat down 100 Cotton onl 1 11480HT Optically Bright solid areas Bright Tiger HV Printability GP Underbase 11487HVBT more opacit pic Cotton White Non Phthalate Underbase amp 11001PFW 100 Cotton onl Printability GP Underbase 11911HT Optically Bright more opacit Ithoprint Back up Offset Litho 11620 Transfers G a wo E ERE lt 1 110000MCVFF Stretch Lights 1 MVP White Low Bleed Poly Poly blends 11195MVP Athletic MX White Mixing and hi lite 11888MX Highlight White 10096 Cotton onl NuPuff White Premium Puff 11000NPF White Olympia Plus General Purpose 11135WHT Mat d
114. emergencies Handling amp Storage W ilflex aerosol products must be stored in a cool dry location away from flames and excessive heat D uring a fire containers exposed to high temperatures may explode Cool water should be used on cans exposed to fire pills should be picked up with absorbent and disposed of following all appropri ate regulations C ans must be completely vented before disposal Next V 2 lt Contents Are Plastisol Inks Safe Over the past few years vinyl products have been under attack by politically and economically motivated environmental groups An often asked question made to W ilflex and PolyO ne Corporation is Are plastisol inks safe W ithout reservation we answer this question yes Safe to use safe to wear The screen printing industry and the industry s printed products have a health and safety record that is above reproach Plastisol inks are made from a blend of polyvinyl chloride resin commonly referred to as PVC or vinyl plasticizers fillers pigments and other minor components to control viscosity Though these products and components have been around for 40 years there is a consider able amount of negative publicity surrounding some of these ingredients However consider the following Vinyl products are safe Vinyl is a tested tough and trusted component of many products including more than 2596 of all plastic medical products made today The U S
115. er in original wrappers and cartons until ready to use Do not stack cartons or wrapped reams on cement floors Use pallets Keep all mill information from cartons or skid wrappers lot run date order etc for proper identification in case of a problem or claim Store paper away from heating pipes overhead water pipes or any area that would add or subtract moisture Don t allow paper to sit on the loading dock exposed to temperature humidi ty and possible damage Storage of Finished Printed Transfers Finished printed transfers should be kept in an environment that is not hot or cold Continual temperatures of 100 F 38 C or more may result in the trans fer ink not easily releasing from the paper Freezing temperatures result in transfers that will impair the ink s release from the paper For information on testing the shelf life aging of printed transfers see the Evaluating Plastisol Inks section in the W ilflex User s Manual For further information on the care and use of transfer papers call PolyO ne Technical Ser vices Wilflexe White Inks ARTIST 11122W HT POLYWHITE 11117WHT Fast flashing cotton white low after tack Bleed resistance on polyester superior printability POP 11123HT ATHLETIC TROPHY 11003WHT X Optically bright superb printability Mat Down durability coverage smooth surface BRIGHT TIGER 11480HT SSVFF 11000SSVFF O ptically bright superb printability Fast fusion white for super
116. erience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 RANSFLEX TROYBLESH GQ OTING NO OPACITY Ink deposit too thin Color not opaque Ink over gelled Too much press Time Temperature Pressure PENETRATION Too much application time temperature Ink viscosity too low Fabric very thin Over or under gel NO ADHESION Ink over gelled Pressure too low Application time temp too low Weave too tight Synthetic weave Try Transflex Adhesive Check paper type High moisture content in transfer release paper NO ADHESION AT ONE OR MORE EDGES Transfer press too small Image too close to edge Pressure is marginal Ink too thick at edge Delay before peeling Check paper type COBWEBBING STRINGING Inadequate ink flow Back Delay before peeling Image edges sawtoothed Application time temp pressure low HARSH HAND Ink deposit too thick Poor stencil quality Ink too thick when printing Next Check paper type Delay before peeling 5 gt Contents POOR TRAPPING Keyline deposit too thin Squeegee edge too sharp Squeegee durometer too high BLURRING SECONDARY COLOR
117. ermo Probe includes a 15 foot wire to allow donut to move through heat chamber Extension wires are available for larger drying units Technical Article Back Contents Wilflex Specialty Inks FIRST BASE PROGRAM A line of specialty bases that you can use alone or in combination Create your own textured ink surface concepts FAST FUSION Fuse and cure at lower temperatures GLITTERS METALLICS Add sparkle to your prints ONE STEP NYLON For nylon bags and untreated jackets PUFF Add dimension and embossment to prints b Next PolyOne defines innovation in terms of cre ating new ways to help your shop stay ahead More than one year ago PolyOne developed the Wilflex First Base program featuring innovative unfilled bases for the textured inks market If you want to produce unique textured designs that are yours alone check out First Base FOCUS ON FIRST BASE BY WILFLEX First Base features four bases that when printed on garments will have unique surface tex tures Use the bases alone in combination or mix in additives such as pigments glitters shimmers glow in the dark inks and more to create your own custom print inks Don t compete with the printer down the street Maximum additions of additives such as pig ment concentrates finished inks glitters shimmers etc should not exceed 15 percent by weight A general rule
118. experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next 21 r Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX OLYMPIA PLUS 11135W HT DESCRIPTION lympia Plus W hite is an opaque highlight white specifically formulated for non bleed garments Its fast flash time and superior low after tack also enables the ink to be used as a flash white The matte appearance and excellent fiber mat down ensures lympia Plus W hite is an excellent all round general purpose white ink PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 percent cotton non bleed fabrics O N LY Bleed resistance None Mesh underbasing 60 125 threads in 24 48 threads cm for optimum opacity Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion D irect indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 60 80 dual or triple durometer squeegees Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle 45 degrees Squeegee speed Maximum Gel temp 200 210 F 93 99 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use
119. ffs inherent in the garment fabric can change the clarity and color of the clear when overprinted onto colored inks e Complete curing of the clear is important to reduce the potential of ink color migration Multiple dryer passes may be necessary to ensure total cure e Surface of clear will appear milky after flashing but the milky effect will disappear after the product is totally cured e Check the cure temperature at the ink clear surface e Preprint and test all fabrics for dye migration e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with W ilflex Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 PolyOne knows that staying ahead creatively and meeting the demands of your business mean anticipating the latest trends As the innovative leader in the industry PolyOne is committed to giving you th
120. formation in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 e i r Contents PROCESS SET Strongest process color set This set reproduces strong rich colors Download color values from www wilflex com eProcess Cyan 69850GN S eProcessYellow 89850GN S eProcess Black 19850GN S eProcess Magenta 49850GN S eProcess W hite 13850GN S Starter kit PROCESSKIT TONE SET Most balanced W ilflex process color set Download color val ues from www wilflex com eTone Cyan 69855GN S eTone Yellow 89855GN S eTone Magenta49855GN S eTone Black 19850GN S Starter kit PROTONEKIT EXTENDED GAMUT Use with process sets to extend the color palette and improve the look of your prints eRGB Red 47507GN SRGB eRGB Blue 675076 N SRGB eRGB Green 7507GN SRGB Starter kit EXTGAMKIT HEX SET A form of extended gamut the Hex Set is designed to work with the widest gamut eH ex Yellow 87501GN SH X eHex Cyan 7501GN SHX eH ex Mag C 47501GN SH X eHex Orange C 77501GN SH X eHex Green C 77501GN SHX eH ex Black C 19
121. formulas using Equalizers e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V e Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX COLORMASTER SERIES DESCRIPTION TheW ilflex ColorMaster Series is a pigment concentrate and base mixing sys tem created especially for use with PCMaster dispensing equipment The ColorMaster Formulation Guide enables printers to produce accurate simulations of the Coated PAN TON EGC olor Formulation Guide with o
122. from wood or metal Metal frames are either fixed or moveable and retensionable Screen frames must be resistant to the chemicals and inks used during printing and cleaning up T he surface of the frame where the screen fabric is to be attached must be flat and free of foreign substances ScreenTension Experience has proven that proper screen tension will improve screen performance which means it will provide high resistance firm adhesion of the stencil suitable elasticity for off contact printing and proper ink flow It is important to have proper screen tension but it 15 just as important to have consistent tension levels throughout a job Screen tension is one of the most critical factors in producing screens mainly because screen ten sion directly influences printing results Printing parameters improved by proper screen tension include egistration accuracy e line sharpness or acutance due to improved performance of stencil System snap off and low off contact distances ink deposit uniform and consistent e ink color consistency less ink penetration resulting in higher opacity on dark substrates less ink build up on backs of screens run of squeegee less squeegee pressure required no crimping of Back mesh which causes smudged prints e screen life stencil life and mesh life e ink flow due to shear from screen mesh e print quality and consistency throughout production run As these print par
123. ge should be scanned at about 300 DPI in an RGB mode and saved as aT IFF file nce the piece of art is converted digitally it can then be intro duced into a design program like PhotoShop W hen a design is in this type of program it can render process separations or areas of color can be selected to create individual channels for each color produc ing spot plates The use of PhotoShop plug ins can decrease time spent creating spot color channels To calculate line counts for halftone screens simply divide the mesh count by four The result will equal the highest line count that should be used The artist must have an understanding of mesh counts and their effect on the press For instance when a fade is needed in a design the artist may be tempted to put it in a high mesh However if that same color also consists of large open print areas the printer will require a mesh in a lower count In this instance the artist should calcu late the halftone line based on the lower mesh To determine the best resolution for a design multiply line count by 2 5 Example 55 lines 137 5 resolution This should prevent the program from producing undersized dots in the lower percent age halftone areas W hen the design is ready to be separated it may be printed directly from the program or you may split the channels to create individual files to be printed later The program creates individual files for each color giving the artist the option to g
124. h W ilflex Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 ORDERING INFORMATION 11888M X MX W hite 19888M X MX Black 38888M X MX Orange 48888M X MX Red Blue Shade 48889M X MX Magenta 58888M X MX Violet 98880M X MX Fluorescent Pink 98884M X MX Fluorescent Red 98885M X MX Fluorescent Purple 98886M X MX Fluorescent Blue 98888M X MX Fluorescent Yellow SOLD SEPARATELY e MX Starter Kit contains 1 quart of each color 1 gallon 11888MX and Formulation M anual including PAN TO N E amp C olor Formula Guide coated e IMS Software W indows based soft ware containing all formulations in MX Manual or download recipes from www wilflex com PowerPax Buy an MX Kit plus soft ware and a scale for one low price 7 500 and 1 000 gram capacity scales available e DispenseMaster Il an automatic ink dispensing system with MX formu lations preprogrammed into the soft ware e S007 Ink Shaker quick easy way to mix ink N o blades to clean e MX FormGuide three ring binder containing product specifications MX Color Card and MX PANTONE formulations W ilflex M X ink formulations for screen process printing produce simulations of PAN TON EG Colors in this color reproduc tion method due to differences in ink film opacity pigment selection and substrate The pigment selection used in blend ing screen process inks may cause metamerism M X inks were matched under Cool W hite Fluorescent 4100K illumi
125. i 2 a Contents SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e W hen blended according to formulations resulting colors vary in opacity from opaque to semi opaque e For bleed resistance an underbase white such as 11999XW Xtreme W hite 11480HT Bright Tiger 11003W HT Athletic Trophy W hite or 11195MVP MVP W hite must be used e Colors will reproduce best on white or light colored fabrics e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likeli hood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with W ilflex Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 SOLD SEPARATELY e PC Express Starter Kit contains 1 pint of each pigment 1 gallon base and Formulation Manual including PAN TO N E C olor Formula Guide coated e IMS Software W indows based software containing all formulations in PC Express Manual or download recipes from www wilflex com e PowerPax Buy an PC Express kit plus software and a scale for one low price 7 500 and 1 000 gram capacity scales available e DispenseMaster Il an automatic ink dis pensing system with PC Express formulat
126. icrometer or Dial Indicator curing the print You will need an to measure dry ink film thickness average ink film deposit Ex 3 mils for Don t forget to subtract the thickness TF Super O paque inks to achieve of the paper hot split opacity on dark fabric using an 83 mesh screen NENNEN 8 TRANSFLEX DRY INK DEPOSIT RANGE 2 MILS amp UP TRAN SPARENT SUPER SOFT HAND TRAN SFLEX SOFT 5TO 12 MILS OPACITY AND ULTIMATE LATITUDE TRAN SFLEX SUPER TRANSFLEX REGISTRATION HELPFUL HINTS TO SPEED PRODUCTION PRE SHRIN K paper stock then keep out moisture See the Transfer Papers section in the W ilflex User s Manual for information on paper care and storage W hen using multiple ink colors with hot split inks be sure to butt register rather than overlay ink on ink If ink overlay occurs ink color strength will be impaired when the trans fer is heat fused onto the garment Pre heat paper in a dryer to 260 F 132 C then print immediately to maintain registra tion or cover with plastic sheeting The paper also may be stacked a temperature controlled oven O ven temperature should be set in the region of 100 F 38 C eW hen printing transfer graphics that have disciplined registration it is important that all moisture is removed from the paper before the print run commences Failure to achieve this will result in poor graphic registration as the print run continues Remember to con tinue to keep the transfe
127. iety of design programs The most common programs in the screen printing industry are PhotoShop Illustrator Freehand and Corel Designs created on a computer are then sepa rated with the computer s separation program Replications Replications of fine art or photographs are most successful when ene are shot with a digital camera or scanned into a computer The artist can then utilize an advanced color separator program The artist also can separate replications by hand through a series of hand cut overlays ART SEPARATIONS After creation art must be converted into final separations The goal of separa tion is to create individual films either acetate or vellum in which the print areas block UV light rays and the negative areas allow UV light to pass through T he most frequently used methods involve separating by hand camera and computer Hand Separations An artist can achieve hand separations in several ways H and cut positives are created by cutting Photomasking film or rubylith into the shapes or letters needed Then the artist peels away the negative unwanted portion leaving rubylith in the areas to be printed O verlays are color separations created by the use of acetate or rubylith overlaid on a keyline to create positives By cutting drawing applying adhesive dot patterns and using acetate or burnishing letters the artist can build each color as well as additional colors with dot pattern overlays Hand drawn separat
128. in the textile screen print industry e Line mesh count relations of 55 305 55 120 and 65 355 65 140 have proven to be very effective at minimizing moire Refer to information on half tones in theArt W ork section of the W ilflex U ser s Manual e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e Retensionable frames that allow for work hardening of the mesh fabric are rec ommended e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likeli hood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex U ser s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach iron the printed area eAny application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO neTechnical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Technica
129. ing Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES Very good bleed resistance Excellent mat down Excellent opacity and brightness Fast flashing with little after flash tack Easy to print SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e W hen processed properly MVP W hite will not ghost on 100 percent cotton garments e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and
130. ing features e Introduction of three 3 new mixing colors 435590 PM Red Bright Blue Shade Red 629730 PM Blue 2 Clean Green Shade Blue 829730 PM Yellow 2 Clean Green Shade Yellow e Enhanced Color Brightness on white fabric under fluorescent lighting Introduction of Finesse in formulations to improve color clarity e Broader mixing color palette e Introduction of Standard Genesis Super Fluorescent inks as mixing colors 90010GN S Super Fluo Yellow 90110GN S Super Fluo Blue 90410GN S Super Fluo Pink 90310GN S Super Fluo range 90610GN S Super Fluo Red 90710GN S Super Fluo Purple CURING W ilflex paque MatchMaker inks must reach a temperature of 320 F 160 C to achieve full cure Failure to reach full cure will result in poor washfastness adhesion and wet rub resistance Fusion tests should be made prior to any production run See the Evaluating Plastisol Inks section of theW ilflex User s Manual for cure testing procedures WASH UP 0 paque MatchMaker inks may be cleaned from the screen with W ilflex Screen W ash or other conventional solvents SAFETY Complete Health and Safety Information is available upon request STORAGE Recommended storage temperature is 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid storing in direct sunlight or in extreme temperature conditions It is recommended that W ilflex prod ucts be used within one year of receipt of product Inks subjected to extreme temperatures or prolonged shelf life could thicken in the
131. ion processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Play Movie Back Next V4 P gt Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX PHANTOMWHITE 11555W HT DESCRIPTION W ilflex Phantom W hite is a fast flashing creamy plastisol screen printing ink formulated to give excellent opacity brightness and dye bleed resistance The ink has super fast flashing properties that provide excellent mat down characteristics with little or no after tack Phantom W hite is a versatile ink and can be used by most printers who want to use one ink for a variety of print jobs PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends Bleed resistance Good Mesh on darks 60 120 t in 24 49 t cm Mesh fine line 120 200 t in 49 81t cm Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion Direct indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 75 or atriple durometer 60 90 60 auto 75 durometer manual Squeegee blade Slightly rounded auto square manual Squeegee angle 35 degrees auto 45 degrees manual Gel temp 170 189 F 76 87 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer Miracle Clear 10160 or 5 percent max by weight Cur
132. ions preprogrammed into the software e 5007 Ink Shaker quick easy way to mix ink N o blades to clean e PCX Guide three ring binder containing product specifications PC Express Color Card and PC Express PAN TO N E formula tions W ilflex PC Express ink formulations for screen process printing produce simulations of PANTONE Colors in this color reproduction method due to differences in ink film opacity pigment selection and sub strate The pigment selection used in blending screen process inks may cause metamerism PC Express inks were matched under Cool W hite Fluorescent 4100K illluminant Pantone Inc assumes no responsi bility for formula accuracy PAN TONE is Pantone Inc s check standard trademark for color Portions Pantone Inc 1963 1991 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 WILFLEX PC EXPRESS COLOR MIXING SYSTEM The Easy to Use PC Base System Standard W ILFLEX PC Express PCs Pigment Concentrates 10110PC ExtraW hite 10450PC Maroon 10470PC Magenta 10570PC Violet 10680PC Blu
133. ions are created by tracing the design directly onto the acetate or vellum Starting with a keyline of the design the artist overlays each color one at a time and traces until all of the separations are completed Camera Separations C amera separations are created by the use of a camera or other exposing equip ment such as a contact frame to create acetate positives An artist may use the camera to shoot separations from a laser jet printer or a hand drawn keyline as mentioned earlier An acetate keyline from the camera then could be used as the basis for the hand cut separation utilizing rubylith as mentioned earlier to achieve the trap method of printing The trap method is simply when colors slightly overlap where they meet on a design U sing basically the same method after cutting the rubylith instead of peeling off the negative areas the artist peels off the positive areas leaving the print areas clear T he artist then takes this overlay still attached to the keyline and exposes it to reversal film on the contact frame The end result is a perfect butt registration or perfect dropout of the separated color An artist also can utilize the camera to create user friendly separations for the Production Department Choking a color means that the artist produces a slightly smaller color separation as if there is a hairline space between the separation and its adjacent color Choking allows easier registration of overlay colors if the
134. is product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 W ilflex ColorM aster ink formulations for screen process printing produce simulations of PANTONE Colors in this color reproduction method due to differences in ink film opacity pigment selection and substrate The pigment selection used in blending screen process inks may cause metamerism Pantone Inc assumes no responsibility for formula accuracy PANTONE is Pantone Inc s check stan dard trademark for color PortionsO Pantone Inc 1963 1991 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Wilflexe Ink Room Management Tools IMS SOFTWARE Easy to use job and recipe management software for W indows Calculate costs of job how much ink is needed AUTOMATED DISPENSING EQUIPMENT Save time and money by automating your ink kitchen Accurate consistent colors every time SCALES W eigh color systems recipes with precision Increase consistency and effi
135. l Article Back Next V4 A gt Contents PRODUCT IN FORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX SUPERGUARD HT 1007515 DESCRIPTION SuperGuard HT is a clear plastisol designed to fight fibrillation when used as an overprint especially effective for process printing SuperGuard HT enhances color brightness improves adhesion and elongation and improves wash properties PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 percent cotton blends fleece polyester Bleed resistance None Mesh 305 355 t in 77 140 t cm for direct flat finish depending on art graphic detail and ink deposit requirements Screen tension In excess of 15 newtons per centimeter Pallet N o metal surface Prepare semi soft platen ff contact 1 16 Squeegee 60 90 60 durometer triple straight edge profile hard squeegee Gel temp 170 190 F 75 88 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender Reducer None Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e Matte finish clear when overprinting designs Excellent printability e Enhances color brightness e Improves adhesion and elongation fights fibrillation improves wash properties e Excellent shelf life Safe non hazardous ART AND SCREEN RECOMMENDATIONS e Process Printing 1 Combine CMYK positives to reproduce the fifth plate for SuperG uard HT 2 Shoot the fifth screen in a lower mesh count than the CM
136. l decrease the dwell time needed to gel the ink resulting in faster production speeds Be certain to set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch Avoid excessive overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhe sion of overprint colors Cure W ilflex SSV FF is 100 percent solvent free and cannot be air dried For proper fusion the ink film must reach at least 270 F 132 C SSV FF inks remelt at 300 F 149 C and may be cold peel transferred at this temperature Fusion tests should be made prior to any production run MODIFIERS W ilflex SSV FF may be used straight from the container Some stirring will help break down the false body that builds in plastisol inks during storage If desired up to 3 per cent by weight of Reducer 11 can be used to thin the ink Curable Reducer 10070 also may be used to reduce ink viscosity in quantities up to 10 percent by weight WASH UP Mineral spirits conventional solvent based screen cleaners or W ilflex Screen W ash HEALTH AND SAFETY Complete Health and Safety D ata available upon request STORAGE Recommended storage temperature is 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid storing in direct sunlight or in extreme temperature conditions It is recommended that W ilflex prod ucts be used within one year of receipt of product Inks subjected to extreme temperatures or prolonged shelf life could thicken in the container The informa
137. l reduce opacity Pre test the product to ensure that the desired characteristics are present before a production run SOFT HAND CLEAR 10140CLEAR A soft clear plastisol designed to blend with general pur pose amp specialty plastisol inks to soften amp extend inks Tends to drop viscosity slightly W ill reduce build up while making inks easier to print PROMATCH CLEAR 10853CLR A clear plastisol designed to blend with process plastisol inks to soften amp extend inks W ill reduce build up while making inks easier to print MISCELLANEOUSADDITIVES DULLING ADDITIVE Additions of 7 1096 by weight to Genesis inks will reduce gloss of surface amp will not interfere with print properties D ulling Additive is curable amp addition greater than 10 may be used but print characteristics will change FLEXIPUFF ADDITIVE 10520 Formulated to be mixed with general purpose inks GN S MP MX to give a raised or elevated effect Flexipuff may be added in amounts of 3096 by weight FLASH ADDITIVE FLASHADD Add up to 10 by weight of this powder to GN S or MP inks to lower flash temperature However this product will alter the print characteristics of these inks amp cause build up when printing wet on wet STRAIGHT UP HIGH DENSITY ADDITIVES Add to existing inks like to create totally innovative three dimensional W P220SUP GLOSS W P221SUP SATIN W P222SUP SUEDE STRETCH ADDITIVE 10108SA Increase elongation of W ilflex general purpose inks
138. lated to give the appearance of a direct print Transflex Super colors give excellent opaque prints on dark fabrics and also offer wide improvements in printability and transfer latitude over conventional hot split transfer inks U singTransflex Super ink the printer is able to produce high definition transfers using fine screen meshes without losing opacity Transflex Super also can be used to produce conventional cold peel transfers PRINTING amp TRANSFERING PARAMETERS Substrates Knitted fabrics cotton linens polyester blends amp rayon NOT recommended for woven nylon or lycra Mesh std opacity 60 86 t in 24 34 t cm Mesh fine line 110 195 t in 43 77 t cm Stencil emulsion Solvent resistant direct emulsions or capillary films Transfer temp 365 375 F 185 190 C Transfer time 5 to 7 seconds Transfer pressure 40 45 PSI Gel temp 195 230 F 90 110 C Lower temps will result in a transfer with little tensile strength and higher temps will negatively affect the split of the final transfer Extender None Reducer 3 5 percent max by weight Reducer 1 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e For use with dark garments e Hot split transfer inks with a soft feel e Excellent printability e Hot split or cold peel SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e The use of Transflex Printable Adhesive 10210TF will im
139. le direct print ink system e Produce a printed graphic that feels like suede e Use on light or dark colored textiles e Highly durable with excellent wash resistance e No odor e Easy to print and use Suitable for manual or automatic presses SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Variable cure temperatures will affect the surface texture and feel of the suede ink e Undercuring of the suede ink may result in poor washability e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability amp increased likelihood of dye migra tion e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next 212 q Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN
140. le maximum speed Gel temp 160 180 F 71 82 C Cure temp 330 F 166 C entire film Reducer 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution Do not stack hot Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request zc FEATURES e Super smooth creamy texture and viscosity odorless E e Fast flashing with good bleed resistance Play Movie e Prints through fine meshes e Use as a first down underbase flash white or an overprint stand alone white e Superior ink flow properties Flows easily from the bucket and in the screen printing operation Speed up production without losing definition e Competitively priced for a top value ink SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Back e Pre test Xtreme W hite on light colored or stone washed garments Avoid stacking printed garments hot because such colors are more prone to color distortion Fabric and dye charac teristics can vary between manufacturers and from dye lot to lot Xtreme W hite 11999X W is a low bleed not a non bleed ink e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so Next that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of ove
141. lure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likeli hood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex U ser s Manual C heck cure temperature at the ink s surface e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Preprint and test all fabrics for dye migration and bleaching properties e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 AVAILABLE STANDARD COLORS 10099M VPMVP LB N eutral Base 40500M VP MVP LB Super Red 11195MVPMVP LB Super W hite 80000M VP MVP LB Super Gold 30200M VP MVP LB Super Bright Orange 80100MVPMVP LB Super Lt Gold 30401M VP MVP LB Super Dolphin Orange 87020MVPMVP LB Super Lemon Yellow The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Wilflexe General Purpose Inks GENESIS SERIES Print at high producti
142. ly build up free a plus for high productivity printers PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Inks made using SuperBase may be printed on cotton cotton blend fabrics Bleed resistance None use BR underbase white Mesh on darks 86 120 t in 34 49 t cm Mesh on lights 110 280 t in 49 110 t cm Mesh fine line 120 305 t in 49 120 t cm Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender Up to 20 percent by weight 10150FN S Finesse Reducer Up to 5 percent by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution The viscosity of SB inks is designed to enhance opacity and printability A ny alteration of viscosity should be minimized Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FORMULATIONS Although SuperBase can be used with W ilflex System s Pigment Concentrates the ColorMaster Formulation Guide offers accurate simulations of the Coated PAN TON EG Color Formulation Guide with only nine 9 pigment concentrates and five 5 fluorescent pig ment concentrates ColorMaster PCMs PC to Base Ratio Charts are available in the Formulation G uide as well as in the IMS Software SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e W hen blended according to formulations resulting colors vary in opacity from opaque to semi opaque e For bleed resistance an underbase white such as Athletic Trophy W hite or Bright Tiger is suggested e Perform fusion tests before
143. moisture in the air The amount of moisture exposure determines the shelf life of the mixed ink Pot life generally ranges from 4 8 hours e O pened Hugger Catalyst containers should be squeezed to push air out of the bottle and then sealed tightly If left open or loosely sealed H ugger will crystallize amp solidify in the bottle e Ink mixed with Hugger Catalyst must be removed from the screen immediately following printing with cleaning solvents to prevent permanent mesh damage Squeegees and any other printing apparatus must cleaned immediately also e Preprinting and testing for adhesion are necessary prior to production ORDERING INFORMATION 11888M SH N ylon W hite 78888M SH N ylon Green 19888M SH ylon Black 88888M SH N ylon Yellow 38888M SH N ylon O range 98888M SH N ylon Fluorescent Yellow 48888M SH N ylon Red Blue Shade 98884M SH N ylon Fluorescent Red 48889M SH N ylon Magenta 98880M SH N ylon Fluorescent Pink 58888M SH N ylon Violet 98886M SH N ylon Fluorescent Blue 68888M SH N ylon Marine Red Shade 98885M SH N ylon Fluorescent Purple 68889M SH N ylon Blue Green Shade SOLD SEPARATELY e MSH Starter Kit contains 1 quart of each color 1 gallon 11888MSH W hite formulations PAN TON EG Color Formula Guide and IMS software e MSHGKit contains 1 gallon of each color 1x5 of 11888MSH formulations PAN TO N EG Color Formula G uide and IMS software e IMS Software W indows M based software containing all formulations
144. n the dark Genesis Phosphorescent 99900GN S is available For best results this product should be printed on white or light colored substrates or over a white base plate Print using meshes 60 140 t in 24 55 t cm e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 GENESIS Standard Color List Genesis 12600 Rebel Flesh 66100 Bear s N avy 13300 Russell Gray 67800 DeepAqua 14600 Dark Gray 68500 Winter Blue 19000 Black 70000 Kelly 20100 Dark Brown 70500 Dallas Green 23800 Spice Brown 75300 Turquoise 3020
145. nderlay garments Epic inks produce soft hand inks for high production wet on wet printing offering a matte finish and improved crock resistance PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends some synthetics Bleed resistance N one use 11001PFW W hite as an underbase on cotton fabric Mesh 156 305 t in 43 120 t cm Squeegee 60 to 90 durometer straight edge blade Emulsion Phthalate free emulsions of choice Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender 10000PFX Epic non phthalate plasticizer extender Reducer N o modification of Epic inks is recommended Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request Formulated to comply with EN 71 and ASTM F9 63 MIXING GUIDELINES Epic colors are created to mirror MX Mixing colors For Pantone simulations simply follow the MX formulas in theW ilflex MX Formula Guide Epic formulas that reproduce PAN TON EGcolor simulations have been calculated by weight and are presented as a total of 1 000 grams in the Formulation Guide The final volume of ink produced from these formulas will vary according to color and the specific gravity of the ink concerned but all formulas will make approximately 1 quart 1 liter NON CONTAMINATION OF EPIC INKS e Do not add or mix non Epic phthalate containing inks additives or extenders with the Epic ink products e Use only Epic inks and Epic extenders togethe
146. ndows based program written to enhance the formulation guide The user friendly menu driven software ris supplied on a CDROM or via download from www wilflex com BASE The general purpose base designed for use with PC Express pigments is 10680GN S Genesis Plus Genesis Plus exhibits a soft hand matte finish and excel lent opacity A dvanced technology allows G enesis Plus to be pumped due to its creamy viscosity G enesis Plus is virtually build up free an added benefit for high pro ductivity printers PIGMENTS The PC Express pigments were selected for their ability to produce accurate PAN TO E simulations 10110PC ExtraW hite PC 18010PC Electron Blue PC 18000PC Electron Yellow PC 10450PC Maroon PC 10940PC Velvet Black PC 19080PC Fluo Purple PC 18060PC Electron Red PC 10470PC Magenta PC 10870PC Bright Yellow PC 11650PC Marine Blue PC 19040PC Fluo Pink PC 10680PC Blue PC 11300PC Bright O range PC 10570PC Violet PC 10700PC Green PC The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4
147. ng Green 42270 Super Drake Red 80101 Super Light Gold 47030 Super Fuchsia 87020 Super Lemon Yellow 57010 Super Purple TRANSFLEX SOFT Standard Colors 14600 Soft Dark Grey 68500 Soft W inter Blue 19000 Soft Black 70000 Soft Kelly 20100 Soft Dark Brown 70500 Soft Dallas Green 23800 Soft Spice Brown 15300 SoftTurquoise 30200 Soft Bright O range 80100 Soft Lt Gold 30400 Soft Dolphin O range 81000 Soft Lemon Yellow 40000 Soft Scarlet 90000 Soft Fluo Yellow 40160 Soft Panther Pink 90100 Soft Fluo Blue 45800 Soft Russell Cardinal 90200 Soft Fluo Green 50200 Soft Purple 90300 Soft Fluo O range 60000 Soft N avy 90400 Soft Fluo Pink 60650 Soft Contact Blue 90600 Soft Fluo Rocket Red 62100 Soft Light Royal 90700 Soft Fluo Magenta TRANSFLEX SOFT Standard Process Colors 19000 Black 69858 Process Blue 49858 Process Magenta 89858 Yellow TRANSFLEX SHIMMER Standard Colors 15370 Silver Shimmer 85370 Gold Shimmer 85570 Ultra Gold Shimmer TRANSFLEX LITHOPRINT White 11620 _Lithoprint W hite TRANSFLEX BASE AND CLEAR 10440 TF Base 10007 TransC lear TRANSFLEX TUF ONE PACPUFF Colors 11000 TF Tuf PuffW hite 10480 TFTuf Neutral Base 12520 TF Tuf Puff Cream TRANSFLEX PRINTABLE ADHESIVE 10210 TF Printable Adhesive Next Vly e gt Contents MESH STENCIL amp MEASUREMENT TEST BEFORE GEL TEST AFTER GEL Jg ramum Measure wet ink film thickness before Use a M
148. nks 1 Applications C hart 2 Choosing the Right W hite 3 Artist 11122W HT 4 Athletic Trophy 11003W HT 5 Bright Tiger 11480HT 6 MVP W hite 11195MVP 7 Olympia Plus 11135W HT 8 Pennant W hite 11000PEN 9 Phantom W hite 11555W HT 10 PolyW hite 11117W HT 11 PopW hite 11123HT 12 Xtreme W hite 11999X W Screen Printing Parameters A B rm ArtWork Screens and Mesh 1 Screen Mesh 2 Frames 3 Tension Stencils Squeegees Substrates Curing Plastisol Ink Thermo probe Dryer Heat History Evaluating Plastisol Inks Flash Curing O ff Contact Fibrillation IV Safety amp Environmental A B Cs Disposal amp Recycling Dedication to Safety Use of W ilflex Inks D Are Plastisol Inks Safe E N FPA Rating System Back Next Contents An Introduction TO W ILFLEX TheW ilflex brand of screen printing inks was founded in the1960s in Marietta Georgia As a supplier to the US garment decoration industry the company s growth accelerated rapidly during the 1970s and 1980s and then became global when W ilflex opened a subsidiary in the United Kingdom and purchased controlling interest in a former distributor in Australia N ow W ilflex inks are distributed throughout the world In 1998 The Geon Company acquired W ilflex and Plast O Meric two leading manufacturers of textile screen printing inks Geon was one of the largest N orth American producers of vi
149. nly nine PC s and five fluorescent PC s PRINTER S PARAMETERS with SuperBase 2000 Substrates Cotton cotton blends and some synthetic fabrics Bleed resistance N one use BR underbase white Mesh on darks 86 120 t in 34 49 t cm Mesh on lights 110 280 t in 49 90 t cm Mesh fine line 120 280 t in 49 110 t cm Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender 10150FN S Finesse but modification may alter color amp opacity Reducer Curable Reducer 10070 but modification may alter color amp performance Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request SUPPORT MATERIALS The ColorMaster Manual includes the formulation guide Instructions on System Use and a coated PANTO NE Color Formula Guide All C olorMaster color approvals were printed through a 156 threads in 62 threads cm mesh screen on white 100 percent cotton fabric and were matched under CoolW hite Fluorescent 41009K illuminant Recipes are available on the W ilflex Ink Management Software available on C D RO M or via download from wilflex com BASE 21000SB SuperBase 2000 is the general purpose base designed for use with ColorMaster pig ments SuperBase 2000 exhibits a soft hand matte finish amp excellent opacity Advanced technology allows SuperBase 2000 to be pumped due to its creamy viscosity SuperBase 2000 is virtually build up free an added benefit for high prod
150. not to over gel the puff ink on the transfer paper The hot release of the puff ink from the transfer paper at the transfer heat pressing stage and the adhesion properties when applied to the fabric will be significantly reduced The puff ink following gelation should feel smooth to touch If the ink surface feels coarse and the puff has embossed on the paper then the gel temperature should be reduced e To give the puff transfer extended stretch and wash durability print 10007TF TransC lear first down using a 305 screen mesh Heat press at 375 385 F for 5 7 seconds 40 45 psi for a hot peel transfer e The transfer paper should be peeled immediately after transferring for optimum results W hen cold peeling allow to cool for approximately 15 seconds before removing the paper e Transfer papers supplied by W yndstone Heat Transfer Papers and Hobart McIntosh can be used in association with this ink system O ther paper types can be used with confidence but when evaluating inks for transfers printers should obtain current information about coated The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees
151. nt colors Hot cleaning solvents containing Toluene X ylene and Acetone etc will react with this ink causing hardening in the screen Due to differences in power height above ink film and efficiency of the flash drying unit specific dwell time cannot be given Field testing showed significantly faster flash times than other catalyzed systems currently available Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance proper ties Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 ONE STEP NYLON Colors 11000 White 60000 Navy Blue 19000 Black 60650 Contact Blue 23800 Spice Brown 62100 Light Royal 30200 Bright O range 70000 Kelly Green 40000 Scarlet 80000 Gold Back 40700 Brock Red 80100 Light Gold 45400 Maroon 81000 Lemon Yellow 50400 Russell Purple ONE STEP NYLON Process Colors Next 19850 Process Black 69850 Process C yan 49850 Process Magenta 89850 ProcessYellow Vy 2 t t Th
152. nvironmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Vay Contents Services for custom blending Colors will reproduce best on white or light fabrics 11888M SH is used as a MixingW hite For High pacity ylon Mesh Printing 11000PEN Pennant W hite is suggested e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion and unacceptable durability Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 USE OF HUGGER CATALYST e MSH inksW ILL N OT adhere to nylon jackets and other water repellent fabrics without the addition of Hugger catalyst at 10 percent by weight e W ipe down the print area with rubbing alcohol or acetone if printing on a tightly weaved jacket material e The cross link reaction between the catalyst and ink takes approximately 48 72 hours to fully bond to the fabric Therefore scratch testing should not be a quality criteria immediately following printing e The Hugger Catalyst chemistry activates upon exposure to
153. ny factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Glow inthe Dark PHOSPHORESCENT INKS GNS Phosphorescent 99900 NPF Phosphorescent 99900 NPF Phosphorescent is a non standard product 12200 Excite Yellow be mixed with Wilflex PC System using Finesse 10150 to produce general purpose glow in dark ink NuPuff Base 10250 to produce glow in dark puff Suggested percentages range between 10 30 FACTSABOUT PHOSPHORESCENTS glow in dark inks are safe Transparent print on white or over light colored plastisol Do not intermix with any inks or PCs Life of glow cycle is near infinity Next Meshes 60 140 threads in 24 55 threads cm Cure at 320 F 160 C Contents Next V4 Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN STRAIGHT UP HIGH DENSITY ADDITIVES STRAIGHT UP GLO SSW P220SUP e SATIN W P221SUP e SUEDEW P222SUP DESCRIPTION Introduce your customers to the world of high density printing with Straight U p High D ensity A dditives C reate totally innovative three dimensional graphics in three unique finishes Gloss Satin amp Suede N o need to buy
154. nyl PVC resins and the world s largest producer of vinyl compounds By purchasing the plastisol ink producers G eon strengthened its strat egy of providing value added products and services to the worldwide marketplace In September 2000 Geon merged with MA Hanna and the two companies formed a new corporation called PolyOne This merger created the world s largest polymer services company an international team that can be a single source for custom compounding and manufacture of high performance polymers At this time no other company offers such a diverse and unbiased portfolio of polymer products and services As a member of the PolyO ne family W ilflex continues to lead the textile screen printing market as the plastisol ink brand of choice by offer ing their customers a high level of quality innovation and service PolyOne Corporation 8155 Cobb Center Drive Kennesaw GA 30152 170 590 3500 Fax 678 290 2749 Customer Service 800 326 0226 Fax 800 827 5061 Technical Services 800 735 4353 email wilflex wilflex com web site www polyone com or www wilflex com PolyOne W Europe Ltd Unit 12 Orbital O ne Green Street Green Road Dartford Kent England DA1 106 Tel 44 01322 277778 Fax 44 01322 288370 PolyOneWilflex Australasia Pty Ltd 77 Parkhurst Drive Knoxfield 3180 Victoria Australia Tel 4 61 3 9887 1522 Fax 61 3 9887 1711 Back Next 1 ws 2 Contents W ilflex U S Distributors
155. o back and change a color individually if the print performance is not satisfactory It is important to label each color and to make sure that each piece of film is complete with registration marks Most programs offer these options on the sepa ration screen but some programs require the artist to incorporate the color names and registration marks with his or her designs The artist must type each color name in its own color and color the registration marks with the registration color option Image output refers to the method in which a computer prints art or separations O ne way of printing separations is on a laser jet printer An artist may choose to print out directly on vellum which exposes well or on paper which is then shot by a camera to render the films In addition to laser jet printers an image setter may be used to output separations This equipment enables the artist to print out his or her art directly onto film and can totally replace a darkroom It is a good idea to have a color mock up of the design to accompany the sepa rations to production This ensures that everyone from the screen room through packing are on the same page Artists must understand the limits and advantages of screen printing They must react to the needs of the customer as well as those of the production department The bottom line is achieving communication between the departments to ensure a predictable repeatable product Next
156. o hold down loose yarn fibers Your final result should be an acceptable soft hand print before and after washing and drying Fibrillation Guide Stitch Fibrillation less High count 100 polyester Higher than 1000 Super opaque or likely to occur fine yarn low fiber fast fusion inks content Polyester Multi purpose or cotton blends all purpose inks Fibrillation more Low count 100 cotton 1000 or less Process inks likely to occur coarse yarn acrylic and acrylic blends high fiber content Figure 2 To analyze the degree of fibrillation view your samples under a magni fier or microscope Notice that when washed and unwashed test samples are viewed with the naked eye photos A amp B respec tively fibrillation is bare ly discernable But when Figure 3 Although some loose fiber ends occur before washing and drying photos A amp C a wash test significantly increas es their number photos B amp D These views at 11x magnification show the dramatic effect fib rillation has on a 50 percent dot pattern the same samples are viewed at 11x magnifi cation the loose fiber ends in the washed sample become obvious photo D Back Ink System ConcernsT hat Affect Fibrillation Process Little N one Next All Purpose Moderate V Fast Fusion Little N one 1 B Super O paque High Contents How to improve your results 1 Apply a wet base of e Finesse e Blend of Finesse
157. olesale bans on vinyl No country in the world has banned vinyl In fact several small towns in Germany that considered action against vinyl have rescinded them as they worked with the industry on recycling programs It would be difficult to accomplish a ban on vinyl given its multitude of uses and size An important question would be W hat is the safety and environmental testing that has been done on any alterna tive and is it better or worse than vinyl Vinyl manufacturing is not a problem T he vinyl industry and PolyO ne in particular has amassed an outstanding record of safe operations that meet or exceed the regulations and standards in place today This doesn t mean we don t have room to improve Almost all manufactur Next V4 Contents gt ing processes including vinyl involve the use of materials that can be hazardous if improperly handled Handling them properly and converting them to compounds that are used safely by our customers is our business It s what we re very good at doing Statistics show that our employees are safer at work than at home Definition of Plasticizers A plasticizer is a liquid which looks like a vegetable oil that is commonly added to vinyl to make it flexible and soft in products such as toys blood bags wire and cable flooring and shower curtains There are many different types of plasticizers but phthalates are the most common and are often used in
158. olvent to the fabric on the inside of the Next Vly PI gt Contents T shirt behind a printed area 2 Fold the shirt so that you can press the ink layer that has been treat ed with the solvent against an unprinted area of the shirt 3 Firmly press the two layers of fabric together with a small C clamp or similar clamping device for two minutes If any ink transfers from the printed area to the unprinted area the ink film may not be completely cured The ethyl acetate test is described in more detail in The Solvent Test For Cure in the April 1995 issue of Screenplay This article is available as a reprint through ST Publications Inc Bleed Test Since dye lot variation is very common it is imperative to test a gar ment s propensity for dye migration Historically fabrics containing poly ester are more likely to bleed than any other fabrics whereas nylon and cotton much less likely to bleed However it is suggested that all dark fabrics that will be printed with white or light colored inks should be evaluated for bleeding The bleeding phenomena occurs due to a reaction between the ink and the dyes of the fabric The following is a test method evaluating the bleed potential of ink printed on a given fabric 1 Bleed resistance or the resistance of an ink to accept the dyes from polyester fabric is determined by the chemistry of the ink complete ink cure and by the ink deposit Choose the s
159. on are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Technical Article Back Next V4 P Contents PRODUCT INFO RMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX METALLIC SERIES 8537W ilflex Silver Metallic 15055MET e Pure Gold Metallic 85065 e Solid Gold Metallic 85075MET e Bright Copper Metallic 85085MET DESCRIPTION W ilflex Metallic inks are non corroding and have excellent rub and wash resistance The inks will cover light or dark fabrics without under printing Use alone or in combination with Straight U p High D ensity additives to produce high density metallic effects Metallic inks also can be used with Puff and gloss inks to create unique effects PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 1
160. on rate Excellent for auto and manual printing Build up resistant wide standard color range Genesis 10540G N S 10680G N S Bases available for use with PC Express SUPERBASE SERIES Soft hand with the ultimate matte finish O ne of PolyO ne s most opaque bases GENESIS PROCESS COLORS Clean high intensity colors for process printing SuperG uard HT fights fibrillation when printing process ART SETS Ink color sets for automated separation software and process printing Back WILFLEX COLOR SYSTEMS MX finished ink system O paque MatchM aker finished ink system Next PC Express for maximum versatility Vi Epic non phthalate system Q ColorMaster for dispensing Contents Equalizer balanced PCs Back Next Vy Y Contents PRODUCT INFO RMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX GENESIS SERIES DESCRIPTION Wilflex Genesis GN S plastisol inks are specifically formulated for high productivity wet on wet printing Although most Genesis inks are opaque optimum opacity is achieved with G enesis Super inks Genesis inks have excellent resistance to build up G enesis inks also may be used to print conventional cold peel transfers 10540G N S Genesis Base and 106806 S Genesis Plus Base have similar print characteristics but 10680G N S offers a matte finish and more opacity PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends polyesters some nylon generally open weave or mesh ty
161. oned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Play Movie Back Next Vay Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN ATHLETIC TROPHY WHITE 11003W HT DESCRIPTION W ilflex Athletic Trophy W hite is a high viscosity plastisol screen printing ink formulated to give ultimate opacity and bleed resistance along with excellent mat down charac teristics Though designed for direct printing on fabrics
162. ormal preparation of mesh abrade degrease etc e Wet screen with mist of water apply capillary film e For best results use 250 400 micron film e Expose screen to the manufacturer s specs Some manufacturers expose 2 3 times normal exposure time e W ash out image slowly keeping water pressure on the emulsion side of the screen e Make sure the screen is totally dry SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Flash colors Print High Density Clear as the last down overprint onto the colors It is rec ommended that you evaluate the color and the clear before production because of the poten tial of the clear to change in appearance when overprinted onto colors e Use a print flash print method to build ink Do not print wet on wet e W hen printing caviar beads pre test when printing on polyester blends as dye migration can affect the appearance of the bead especially clear beads The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 8 Contents e Due to the clarity of the HD Clear dyestu
163. ould be designed within the parameters of the ink substrate and stencil system used Prior to preparing stencil system screen mesh is normally roughened on the stencil side of the screen T he purpose of roughening is to provide more surface area for stencil adhesion Several preparations are available consult your stencil supplier for further information Screen mesh should also be degreased D egreasing refers to removing any contaminates or dust from mesh D egreasing chemicals should be han dled carefully using proper industrial hygiene There are basically five different types of stencil systems 1 Hand cut stencils H and cut stencils are produced by cutting the design into an emulsion film which is backed by a support film This stencil method is usually used only with simple designs as cutting away emul sion requires patience and skill O nce the cut area area to be printed has been removed the film is mounted on the screen mesh The stencil film is wet with suitable adherent blotted and allowed to dry O nce the hand cut stencil has dried thoroughly the support film may be peeled aw ay 2 Indirect Photostencil The indirect photo stencil consists of a stable film coated with a presensitized emulsion gelatin or synthetic poly mer Processing the stencil is done prior to adhering the stencil to the screen mesh hence the name indirect The emulsion film is exposed with the art positive then chemically hardene
164. out coated and non coated paper types from these manufacturers before proceeding W ilflex Technical Services can provide more information on the use of transfer papers See the Transfer Papers section in the W ilflex User s Manual for information on the care and use of transfer papers e Preprint transfer and test all fabrics for desired properties before beginning production printing e Examine the fabric type and color before and after the application of the transfer as color distor tion of the garment may occur due to the introduction of heat to sensitive fabric types and dye stuffs inherent in the garment e t is advisable to press the blank shirt under transfer press before applying transfer to reduce moisture in garment e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800
165. own 100 Cotton onl 1 1 1 1 e 1 e i G G pele ve e 5 lt J lt Q 100 Cotton OPM White Wet on wet Mixing and hi lite 119730PM Highlight White 100 Cotton only Omega Flash Fast Flash White General Purpose ou 11175WHT 100 Cotton OSN White Nylon Printing For textured bags 110000SN boat covers etc 1 1 G vo ra F E E E Phantom White General Purpose General Purpose 11555WHT White Poly Poly blends E Pennant White Athletic Nylon 11000PEN Dazzle cloth PolyWhite Premium Bleed Athletic Prints D 11117HT Resistance 100 Polyester 10 11123HT Optically Bright Underbase Premium Transflex Bleed Resistant Hot Split Transfer o 11010TF Transfer White Athletic low Dark spandex better 11000SSVFF garments opacity Transflex White a lt 8 7 O 7 SSV FF White 11000TF Hot Split Transfer 5 Tuf White Hot Split Transfer 11000TUF Puff 5 E Xtreme White Fast Flash Excellent for 11999XW No after tack Simulated Process E Xtreme White HV Fast Flash Xtreme with better a 11777HVXW No after tack opacit lt lt Back Next Technical Article ve rar n Optical Brightener Print Mesh Count Mesh Count 86 230 34 90 110 305 43 120 86 255 34 100 76 86 30 34 140 305 54 120 m Pe To ES m ES T o was _ Ps mm ee Ls omm m Ls em m o mem Ls mm s s em
166. pes as well as other synthetics Bleed resistance None use BR underbase white Mesh on darks 86 120 t in 34 49 t cm Mesh on lights 110 280 t in 49 110 t cm Mesh fine line 230 305 t in 90 120 t cm Gel temp 230 F 110 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Transfer temp 350 F 177 C Extender Up to 20 percent by weight 10150FN S Finesse Reducer Up to 5 percent by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution The viscosity of GN S inks is designed to enhance opacity and printability A ny alteration of viscosity should be minimized Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request FEATURES e Build up resistant for high productivity printing Printable creamy viscosity e Choice of opacity and finishes in the Genesis family e Use to print direct onto fabric or for cold peel transfers BASES e 10000GN S Half Tone Base To be used for Process colors or high level fluorescent colors e 10540GNS Genesis Base High productivity wet on wet printing moderate gloss e 10680GNS Genesis Plus Base Similar to 10540GN S matte finish more opaque creamy SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e For bleed resistance an underbase white such as Athletic Trophy W hite Bright Tiger or Xtreme W hite is suggested O lympia Plus white can be used as an underbase for 100 percent cotton fabrics e For cold peel transfers use release paper e Glow i
167. prints achieved under various conditions and on differing substrates it is possible to build your own reference library of color and data MIXING GUIDELINES MX formulas that reproduce PAN TO N E color simulations have been calculated by weight and are presented as a total of 1 000 grams in the Formulation Guide The final volume of ink pro duced from these formulas will vary according to color and the specific gravity of the ink con cerned but all formulas will make approximately 1 quart 1 liter W ilflex recommends that MX Mixing Inks be weighed on scales accurate to 0 1 gram Proof formulas prior to commencing any production run to ensure color accuracy as the final color is dependent on print technique mesh count and substrate used PolyO ne and its associated companies assume no responsibility for the actual color achieved SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Inks produced from the MX Mixing System are translucent to opaque W hen blended accord ing to formulations resulting colors vary in opacity from translucent to semi opaque e Colors will reproduce best on white or light fabrics e For bleed resistance an underbase white such as 11999X W XtremeW hite 11480HT Bright Tiger or 11195MVP MVP W hite must be used Contents e For consistency all formulas provided were printed through 156 t in 62 t cm mesh screen on The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect
168. processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 PI Contents white 100 percent cotton fabric for color approval W ilflex MX Mixing Inks can however be printed through a range of meshes between 110T and 305 t in 43 120 t cm Variation in screen mesh and ink deposit can result in variation in depth of color and opacity e All MX Mixing Inks colors were developed using Genesis technology and can be printed wet on wet with exceptional resistance to build up e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing This product has a unique viscosity Upon opening a container that has been unused for several days or weeks it will appear slightly thick Stir to easily restore the creamy texture e Do not dry clean bleach iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought wit
169. prove the adhesion of Transflex inks to a far wider range of substrates when cold peeled e The transfer paper should be peeled immediately after transferring for optimum results W hen cold peeling allow the transfer to cool for approximately 15 seconds before removing the paper e Transfer papers supplied by W yndstone Heat Transfer Papers and Hobart McIntosh can be used in association with this ink system O ther paper types can be used with confidence but when evaluating inks for transfers printers should obtain current information about coated and non coated paper types from these manufacturers before proceeding W ilflex Technical Services can provide more information on the use of transfer papers See the Transfer Papers section in the W ilflex User s Manual for information on the care and use of transfer papers e Preprint transfer test all fabrics for desired properties before beginning production printing e Examine the fabric type and color before and after the application of the transfer as color dis tortion of the garment may occur due to the introduction of heat to sensitive fabric types and dye stuffs inherent in the garment e Press blank shirt under transfer press before applying transfer to reduce moisture in garment e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO n
170. ptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V P Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX TRANSFLEX PROCESS INKS DESCRIPTION W ilflex Transfer Four Color Process inks have been specially formulated to pro duce 4 color process heat release transfers that exhibit superb color when used with full photo graphic airbrush and spot process quality graphics The carrier for the Pigment Concentrates PC s is the 10007TF TransC lear PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Cotton cotton blends rayon linen and lycra NOT recommended for nylon or satin Mesh 160 355 t in 64 140 t cm D epends on the graphic reproduction required and film separation designation Stencil emulsion Solvent resistant direct emulsions or capillary films Transfer temp 375 F 190 C Transfer time 7 to 10 seconds Transfer pressure 45 PSI Gel temp 210 260 F 99 127 C Lower temps will result in a transfer with little tensile strength and higher temps will negatively affect the split of the final transfer Extender None Reducer 3 5 percent max by weight Reducer 71 Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request ORDER INFORMATION 19000TF Black 49858TF Process Magenta 69858T Process Blue 89858TF Process Yellow 10007T F TransC l
171. r e Under normal printing parameters the W ilflex Epic inks are ready to use straight out of the container without the additives e Do not dilute or modify Epic inks with alien products other than those recommended by PolyO ne e W hen mixing all buckets palette knives and stirring apparatus must be cleaned properly and free of phthalate containing inks e All squeegees flood bars and screens must be cleaned properly to remove phthalate con taining inks before printing Epic FAILURETO ADHERE TO THESE VITAL INSTRUCTIONS M AY EX POSE YOU TO LEGAL CONSE QUENCES FROM YOUR CUSTOM ERSW HO HAVE REQUESTED NON PHTHALATE PLASTICIZERS IN THEIR PRINTS SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Inks produced from the EPIC Mixing System are translucent to opaque W hen blended according to formulations resulting colors vary in opacity from translucent to semi opaque e Colors will reproduce best on white or light fabrics The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Vly e gt Contents e An approved PF W
172. r use the MX or Mono System with Straight U p e Usethe thinnest screen thread diameter obtainable D yed mesh has given good results e Extended exposure times required can result in undercutting of the image e W hen creating defined high wall effects it is important to ensure that the screen lifts away from the printed image immediately following the squeegee on the print stroke e Higher ink deposits amp open screen meshes will increase the chance of ink spread amp image distortion A 200 micron stencil amp an 86 t in mesh 34 t cm will give the printer greater con trol reducing rejects e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability increased likelihood of dye migration e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne sTechnical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of
173. r beads and variable particle types to create special effects e Carrier adhesive for the application of caviar beads e For light or dark fabric grounds Best effect on darks e Excellent wash properties e Classic Clear is part of the First Base Program SCREEN PREPARATION e Stretch an 86 mesh 34 t cm screen to a minimum of 25 newtons e Complete normal preparation of mesh abrade degrease etc e Wet screen with mist of water apply capillary film e For best results use 250 400 micron film e Expose screen to the manufacturer s specs Some manufacturers expose 2 3 times normal expo sure time e W ash out image slowly keeping water pressure on the emulsion side of the screen e Make sure the screen is totally dry SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Flash colors Print Classic Clear as the last down overprint onto the colors It is recommended The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 that you evaluate the color and the clear before production because of the potential of the clear to change in appearance when ove
174. r paper in plastic wrapping or in a temperature controlled oven as moisture will invariably be absorbed by the paper between each printed color Next v PI gt Contents TRANSFER PAPERS Care and Use of Transfer Papers Plastisol heat transfers are mostly printed on specially prepared transfer papers There are only a handful of specific papers for this process and they are usually available from your local screen print supply company Transfer papers should have good release characteristics to allow the ink to release from the paper during application They also should have good hold out characteristics to keep the ink from absorbing into the paper during storage 10007TF TransC lear can be used as a paper release coating Transfer papers must be very stable when exposed to moisture and heat Poor quality papers may shrink expand or curl when exposed to these elements causing poor registration Transfer papers are usually supplied for hot split hot peel or cold peel transfer inks W hen printing hot split inks onto uncoated or semi release coated papers the majority of the ink is heat pressed onto the garment while some ink stays on the paper For cold peel transfers when the transfer is heat pressed onto the garment the transfer is allowed to cool and the transfer ink is peeled totally from the paper leav ing 100 percent of the ink on the garment Storage of Heat Transfer Papers Keep pap
175. rates A white base plate is not always necessary but a print flash print method is recommended for best coverage FEATURES e High opacity on darks high viscosity but easy to print e Excellent elongation rugged tensile strength superior mat down properties e For PC System Users 10099MVP LB N eutral Base e For maximum bleed resistance and opacity use 11195MVP LB W hite as base plate PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 polyester 5090 5096 Poly cotton Bleed resistance Excellent Mesh 83 186 t in 33 73 t cm Squeegee 60 90 60 Triple D urometer or 70 single duro straight edge blade For maximum deposit rounded edge Emulsion Conventional direct or capillary films Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer Curable Reducer 10070 but modification will alter Bleed Resistance Storage 65 90 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash H S amp E Available upon request Formulated to comply with EN 71 and ASTM F9 63 PC SYSTEM USERS e 10099MVP LB N eutral Base can be used with W ilflex Pigment Concentrates Generally a 20 maximum pigment loading is suggested However we recommend the use of aPC to Base Ratio Chart or IMS W ilflex Ink Management Software to calculate the maximum loading for each pigment SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e W hen processed properly MVP colors will not ghost on 100 cotton garments e Perform fusion tests before production Fai
176. re on the emulsion side of the screen e Make sure the screen is totally dry SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Flash colors Print Ice Base as the last down overprint onto the colors e W hen printing a high stack wall for HD printing use a flash print flash method to build ink e Do not print wet on wet e Add up to 1096 by weight ofW ilflex PC or MX to achieve colors e W hen using the Ice Base as a foil adhesive be sure to cure the ink at 320 330 F 160 165 C amp press foil onto the base at 375 F 191 C for 10 seconds 45 PSI using a suitable heat press e Complete curing of the ink is important to enhance color and adhesion to fabric e Check cure temperature at the ink s surface on the drying conveyor belt e Preprint and test all fabrics for dye migration and bleaching properties e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health
177. right Tiger on light colored or stone washed garments Avoid stacking printed garments hot because such colors are more prone to color distortion Fabric and dye charac teristics can vary between manufacturers and from dye lot to lot Bright Tiger is a low bleed NOT anon bleed ink A heavy pressure flood stroke that fully fills the open areas of the stencil with ink is recommended For one hit opacity through coarse meshes use a coating procedure that builds a thick even stencil to ensure a good column height of ink To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production Adjust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO neTechnical Services D epartment prior to printing The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must ca
178. rior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Vly 2 v Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX PENNANT WHITE 11000PEN DESCRIPTION W ilflex 11000 Pennant W hite is a specialty plastisol ink designed for direct printing of athletic uniforms Pennant W hite is an excellent choice when printing on to nylon micro mesh port hole and dazzle cloth nylon game jerseys Best results will be obtained when the printer uses the recommended screen tension and squeegee choice PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates N ylon mesh micro amp porthole dazzle cloth and other athletic uniforms Bleed resistance None Mesh 60 110 t in 24 43 t cm Tension In excess of 15 newtons per centimeter Stencil emulsion Conventional direct capillary or both Squeegee type Single 65 75 durometer medium hard Squeegee blade Straight edge Gel temp 156 F 69 C Cure temp 300 F 149 C entire film Extender None Reducer None Pallet Semi soft NOT metal Storage 65 90 F 18 32
179. rmance properties e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production Adjust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO neTechnical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Play Movie Back Next V 21 A 2 Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX
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181. rprint colors NUM e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra 2 tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area Contents Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services Department prior to printing The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 ART WORK SC REEN MAKIIN C 1 Screen Frames 2 Mesh 3 Screen Tension 4 Stencil System SUBSTRATE APPLICATION 1 Squeegees 2 Platen Surface 3 Off Contact Distance 4 Ink Selection CURING Back Next 1 Q Shirts courtesy of Abracadabra United Kingdom Contents Back Next Contents Screen Printing Introduction All ingredients art s
182. rprinted onto colors e Use a print flash print method to build ink Do not print wet on wet e W hen printing caviar beads pre test when printing on polyester blends as dye migration can affect the appearance of the bead especially clear beads e Due to the clarity of the Classic Clear dyestuffs inherent in the garment fabric can change the clarity and color of the clear when overprinted onto colored inks e Complete curing of the clear is important to reduce the potential of ink color migration Multiple dryer passes may be necessary to ensure total cure e Surface of clear will appear milky after flashing but the milky effect will disappear after the prod uct is totally cured e Check the cure temperature at the ink clear surface e Preprint and test all fabrics for dye migration e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 Back Next 7 e Contents The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended
183. rry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX MVP WHITE 11195MVP DESCRIPTION W ilflex MVP W hite is a low bleed creamy plastisol screen printing ink for mulated to give excellent opacity brightness and dye bleed resistance The ink has fast flashing properties that provide excellent mat down with little after tack MVP W hite is a versatile ink and can be used by most printers who want to use one ink for a variety of print jobs PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends polyester Bleed resistance Very Good Mesh on darks 60 120 t in 24 49 t cm Mesh fine line 120 200 t in 49 81t cm Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion Direct indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 75 or atriple durometer 60 90 60 auto 75 durometer manual Squeegee blade Square Squeegee angle 35 degrees auto 45 degrees manual Gel temp 170 189 F 76 87 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer Miracle Clear 10160 or 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution Excessive modification will reduce bleed resistance or problems in curing or flash cur
184. s either as an all in one puff ink or as an underprint to the standard Transflex hot split inks The puffed ink gives a suede feel and an embossed puff effect Tuf ne Pacpuff has tough adhesive properties with out the application of particle adhesive to adhere the puff to the garment T he product is avail able as a neutral base that can be used on its own or in combination with 5 8 percent of pig ment concentrate PC by weight to create colored puff TufW hite can be used as a white puff ink on its own or as a puff back up ink to any Transflex hot split Ink PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 percent cotton cotton polyester blends polyester rayon and linen Color Range Base white amp cream Make puff colors by adding 5 8 percent by weight W ilflex Mesh 74 86 threads in 24 34 threads cm Stencil emulsion Conventional direct emulsions and capillary films Transfer temp 365 375 F 185 190 C Transfer time 5 to 7 seconds Transfer pressure 40 45 PSI Gel temp 190 215 F 88 102 C Be sure not to over gel the puff ink on the transfer paper Extender None Reducer 1 3 percent by weight Reducer 1 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e Hot split transfer inks with a soft feel e For use with dark garments e Excellent printability e Hot split or cold peel SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Be sure
185. se contact W ilflex Technical Services for addi tional information WashTesting Plastisols for Cure Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Maximum ink tensile strength and elongation is accomplished by ensuring total fusion of the ink film Testing procedures include wash testing and testing with solvent with wash testing being the more reli able method wash test ensures that printed samples are subjected to standard home laundering practices to determine state of cure on ink film Apparatus and materials include Large Capacity 21 7 gal W asher Large Capacity 240 Volt Dryer Three Large heavy weight bath size towels Procedure 1 Cut printed sample to be tested in half 2 Place half of the sample in washer with the three large bath towels 3 W ash settings Medium load 16 7 gallons HotW ash C old Rinse Next v 2 gt gt Contents Normal Reg 10 minutes 90ml of concentrated detergent 4 After washing is complete place sample and towels into the dryer 5 Dryer Settings Cotton High 105 F 40 C Timed Dry 30 minutes 6 Perform two to five complete wash and dry cycles 7 Compare washed half of sample with unwashed portion Evaluation and Classification Failure The ink film is not cured when 1 Severe cracking of the ink is noted 2 Partial or total loss of the ink film
186. shed inks or particles Allows glitter to retain sharp edges shine and clarity Base penetrates fabric leaving glitter flake exposed amp dry For art design effects requiring intense glitter response Low viscosity penetrating base Prints easily through recommended meshes Excellent wash properties glitter stays on the design SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e To achieve the dry flake effect you must print the glitter N ova base mixture directly onto the fabric using the recommended meshes If you wish to achieve a glossier look print the ink onto a printed underlay e W hen using glitter particle it is recommended to use particle size 008 x 008 e Be sure to completely stir the glitter particle into the N ova Base Use as needed e Use a heavy flood stroke and then light squeegee pressure to print N ova Base and glitter particle ink onto the garment e Check the cure temperature at the ink surface e Preprint and test all fabrics for dye migration e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to
187. signed to match the popular W ilflex SSV in opacity while curing at tem peratures low enough to prevent or substantially reduce shrinkage of heat sensitive fabrics such as 100 percent acrylic SSV FF plastisols offer excellent durability and tensile strength SSV FF plastisols produce excellent conventional heat transfers when used with coated trans fer paper and yield good results as an adhesive for foil RECOMMENDED SUBSTRATES Wilflex SSV FF may be printed on cotton cotton blends acrylic some nylon generally open weave or mesh type as well as other synthetic materials SSV FF has been used on Lycra Spandex fabrics with good results Pre print and test all fabrics for dye bleeding ink adhesion wash fastness tensile strength and other desired properties C oated transfer paper is recommended to produce conventional transfers PRINTING RECOMMENDATIONS Mesh For optimum opacity a 63 120 threads in 24 49 threads cm mesh is recommended Finer meshes such as 125 230 threads in 49 90 threads cm may be used on light colored fabrics Emulsion The product contains no aggres sive solvents or water Screens may be prepared with conventional direct emulsions or capil lary films CURING Gel or Flash cure SSV FF may be flashed between 170 190 F 75 88 C Due to differences in power height above ink film and efficiency of the flash unit a specific dwell time cannot be given Incorporating the use of finer mesh counts for your flash plate wil
188. sim ulations e Limited inventory Simple to use PANTONE approved on white fabric 156T 62 t cm mesh under Cool White Fluorescent 4100K Printing recs 156 305 t in 43 120 t cm Cotton blends Low risk needs elemen tary controls STARTER KIT M XKIT or MSHKIT 1 qt of each color amp Finesse 1 gal 11888M X or 11888M SH amp Formulation M anual including PANTON E9 Color Formula Guide plus IMS Software or download recipes from wilflex com Let your imagination soar Wilflex Color Systems put the most advanced technology in the industry to work for you giving you the power to turn visions into reality Easy to use and print Wilflex Color Systems are the sim plest and most cost effective way to achieve Pantone simulations Pigment trate base mixing system PC Express pigments are strong and vibrant and the inks yield minimal build up speeding production e Most versatile Use PCs with a vari ety of bases e Full cost opacity control e Limited inventory Requires more shop controls 15 RFU mixing colors 15 PCs and PANTONE approved on white fabric 156T 62 t cm mesh under Cool White Fluorescent 4100K Printing recs 156 305 t in 62 120 t cm Cotton blends Higher risk with beginners or shops with poor controls STARTER KIT PCEXP KIT 1 pt of each pigment 1 gal 10680GNS base amp Formulation M anual
189. stems clamps are cali brated to provide equalized tension on mesh The small clamps move lat erally to minimize mesh distortion A gain measurement of tension may be recorded as a degree of mesh de expansion or through use of a ten sion meter Next v 2 gt Contents W ith mechanical and pneumatic stretch devices final screen tension may be enhanced by use of a frame with sides slightly bent in the concave direc tion O nce mesh is attached to this type of frame the mesh tension and the frame oppose each other Although this method enhances tension it is diffi cult to control 3 Re tensionable frames provide an accurate stretch device as well as a frame Screen mesh is attached to screen frame prior to stretching T he screen frame is then rotated and locked into position to provide tension T hese frames provide even continuous fabric tension and minimize mesh distortion allowing precision printing and registration within one thousandth of an inch Retensionable frames address the hardening characteristic of polyester mesh Polyester fibers of screen mesh brought under tension harden or re align fiber molecules by breaking and reforming hydrogen and Van der W aals bonds Retensionable frames may be used to bring fabric to ideal tension before during and after printing T hese frames allow the use of extremely high screen tension when compared to other types of frames and tensioning devices T hese
190. subject to dye bleeding and or sublima tion Athletic Trophy W hite is a premium ink useful to those printers who wish to use one ink for most jobs PRINTING RECOMMENDATIONS Substrates Cotton cotton blends polyesters some nylons generally open weave or mesh types and other synthetics O n some types of fabric dye migration may Bleed resistance Good Mesh on darks 60 120 t in 24 49 t cm Mesh fine line 120 200 t in 49 81t cm Tension newtons 15 20 acceptable 25 35 recommended Stencil emulsion Conventional direct emulsions or capillary films Squeegee type 15 or atriple durometer 60 90 60 auto 75 durometer manual Squeegee blade Slightly rounded auto square manual Squeegee angle 35 degrees auto 45 degrees manual Gel temp 170 189 F 76 87 C Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer Miracle Clear 10160 or 5 percent max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Caution Excessive modification will reduce bleed resistance and may cause problems in curing or flash curing Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES Fast flashing Excellent mat down with little or no after flash tack Versatile athletic white e Excellent opacity and brightness e Good bleed resistance SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize perfo
191. substrates Mesh 25 60 t in 9 12 t cm W hen possible S quality thread is suggested due to its smaller diameter resulting a larger mesh opening Stencil emulsion Conventional direct capillary films or a combination Squeegee type Medium durometer Squeegee blade Slightly rounded edge Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender None Reducer 10 max by weight Curable Reducer 10070 Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likeli hood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex U ser s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO neTechnical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your
192. ta tion or warranty express or implied fitness for any particular purpose or other wise and upon condition that the buyer shall determine the suitability of the prod uct for its own purpose You must make your own determination of product suit ability and thoroughly qualify it for serviceability for environmental acceptability and for impact on the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your prod ucts Having no control over the conditions of use we make no representation of freedom from liability including patent liability incident to the use of the products referred to and disclaim any responsibility for any damage or injury resulting there from This applies also where protective rights of third parties are involved It does not release the user from obligation to test the suitability of the product for the intended purpose and application It is the responsibility of those to whom we sup ply our products to ensure that any proprietary rights and existing laws and legisla tion are observed No person is authorized to make any statement or recommen dation not contained herein and any such statement or recommendation so made shall not bind PolyO ne Corp Complete Health and Safety information about all W ilflex products is available upon request
193. table Contents THERMO PROBE Digital Temperature M onitor and Donut Probe The Thermo Probe and Donut package bring a heightened awareness plastisol curing and dryer performance This system provides continuous temperature data for the entire length of conveyor dryer T he Thermo Probe will interpret air temperature absorbed garment temperature and absorbed ink temperature The Thermo Probe may also be used with flash cure equipment The heat history required to properly cure plastisol inks 15 reliant on several variables such as ink color deposit and cure characteristics Equally important are the variables associated with the dryer such as type of heat and length of heat chamber T he Thermo Probe and Donut Probe provide information to address these variables and establish settings for panel height retention time belt soeed suited for particular ink and substrate TheT hermo Probe Data does not replace the need for ink cure tests but gives quality information for development of quali ty guidelines and predictability Technical Assistance PolyOne 800 735 4353 US Technical Inc 352 378 5555 APPLICATION 1 Choose or F 2 Place donut probe onto garment with cross wires on ink film 3 As donut probe moves through heat chamber record temperature read ings every 5 seconds 4 Plot data points to produce curve characteristic of particular dryer set tings ink deposit and garment color TheTh
194. ted though a 86T in 34T cm mesh onto 100 percent cotton black fabric for color approval W ilflex O paque MatchMaker inks can however be printed through a range of meshes between 86 195 threads per inch 34 77 threads cm Variation in screen mesh and ink deposit can result in variation in depth of color and opacity All O paque MatchMaker colors have been developed using Genesis technology and can be printed wet on wet with exceptional resistance to build up MODIFIERS O paque MatchMaker inks are easy to print and mix The viscosity or thick ness has been designed specifically to enhance opacity and printability W e do not recommend modification to these inks However if necessary 10150FN S Finesse and 10070 Curable Reducer may be used to extend or reduce ink but these additions may alter color and perfor mance of the ink N ote Stir before use Upon opening a container that has been unused for several days or weeks the ink will appear slightly thick Stir to restore creamy texture COLOR SPECIFICATION For PANTON EG color approval paque MatchMaker formu las were printed through an 86 T in 34 T cm mesh onto 100 percent cotton black fabric and viewed under D 65 simulated daylight W ilflex recommends that you begin a color library of your prints By keeping prints achieved under various conditions and on differing substrates it The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since m
195. tencil mesh print parameters etc interrelate It is the entire recipe not just one ingredient that establishes high quality and production rates W ithout organization between departments the focus of each area will be only one ingredient not the entire recipe The screen printing process can be distorted to accommodate practically any one ingredient but this is the proverbial tail wagging the dog approach It is much better to evaluate the entire process In general the merchandising department art department screen printing and warehouse groups need to have a good working knowledge of their contribution to the entire process Education and cross training is one way to help each department realize its contribution to the overall picture By this method employees see first hand how their work directly influences other departments and the quality of the finished product The relationship between the screen mesh stencil systems screen exposure tension squeegee parameters ink transfer to different materials etc is important to the quality of the finished product It is our hope that this manual will give you some insight into our products and assist you in seeing the big picture of the screen printing process Next Vly P gt gt Contents a Work Although there are many ways to create art the artist should know some basic information about creating art for screen printing Some
196. ters to produce simulations of coated and uncoated PAN TON EG EN Color Formula Guide colors on white and dark with white under lay garments MX inks produce soft hand inks for high produc tion wet on wet printing offering a matte finish and improved crock resistance MX Kits contain mixing inks an MX Manual and a PANTO N EGColor Formula Guide 100 cotton cotton blends some synthetics N one use BR underbase Mesh 156 305 t in 43 120 t cm Squeegee 60 to 90 durometer straight edge blade Emulsion Conventional direct or capillary films Cure temp 320 F 160 C entire film Extender 10150FN S Finesse but modification may alter color and performance Reducer Curable Reducer 10070 but modification may alter color and performance Storage 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun U se within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety data Available upon request Formulated to comply with EN 71 and ASTM F9 63 COLOR SPECIFICATION MX formulas were printed through a 156 t in 62 t cm mesh screen on white 100 percent cot ton fabric and viewed under cool white fluorescent 4100K illuminant These specifications were used internally at PolyO ne for all PAN TO N E simulation color approvals Similar print application screen mesh squeegee profile and light specifications should be implemented in your shop to ensure comparable results W e recommend that you begin a color library of your prints By keep ing
197. the inside of the design with either a reflective ink and outline with another reflective color or a non reflective ink e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fast ness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next Vay ra P Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX GLITTER SERIES 16055GT SILVER GLITTER e 86065GT GOLD GLITTER e 46065GT RED GLITTER 56065GT PURPLE GLITTER e 66065GT BLUE GLITTER
198. tion in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Play Movie Back Next 21 P Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX MCV FF 11000MCVFFW hite e 19000MCVFF Black e 10000MCVFF Clear e 18800MCVFF Base DESCRIPTION MCVFF Fast Fusion plastisols are formulated to cure at lower tempera tures than conventional plastisols and are ideal for printing on heat sensitive and stretch fab rics Colors made with 18800M C VFF Base are recommended for light or pastel garments MCVFF has similar characteristics to SSVFF but with lower opacity and higher gloss PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 100 cotton cotton blends acrylics some polyesters Light garments Mesh 140 305 t in 55 120 t cm for garments 74 110 t in 24 43 t cm for mat printing Tension newtons 25 recommended Stencil emulsion Direct indirect amp capillary Squeegee type 85 or triple 60 90 60 durometer Squeegee blade Sharp Squeegee angle 30 degrees Squeegee speed Maximum Gel temp 170 190 F 75 88 C Cure temp 270 F 132 C entire film
199. tion of heat to sensitive fabric types and dye stuffs inherent in the garment e Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or con sultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services Department prior to printing US 800 735 4353 The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V4 PI b o Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX TRANSFLEX ULTRA GOLD SHIMMER 785570TF SILVER SHIMMER 15370T F DESCRIPTION Transflex Shimmer inks are soft feel hot split transfer inks especially formulated to print on most substrates Transflex Shimmer inks offer improvements in printability and transfer latitude over conventional hot split inks and produce superb shimmer shine hot split transfers on dark fabric Transflex Shimmer inks may also be used for conventional cold peel transfers W ilflex PCs can be added to the Silver Shimmer to create interesting shimmer colors
200. tomatic shops the Sartorius PMA 7500 gram capacity scale offers e Accuracy to 0 1 gram e Ruggedness and durability e Adjustable easy to view display e Maximum overload protection e Excellent warranty Take the guesswork out of simulations Link the Sartorius scale to W ilflex IMS Software with our YCCO1 cable It prompts you through the mixing sequence and alerts you if a component is out of tolerance For color labs or starter shops we offer the Acculab 1200 gram capacity scale e 9 also accurate to 0 1 gram a Both scales are available at a reduced price as part of PowerPax bundles PowerPax gives you the benefit of buying everything you need to start up your ink room including Color System starter kits of ink for one low price PowerPax For the Starter Shop or Color Lab e MX Kit or PC Express Starter Kits Acculab VI 1200 Buy ink software and an easy to use scale for one LOW PRICE Back Contents Contents PowerPex II For the Automatic Shop e MX Kit or PC Express Production Kits PMA 7500 Scale Buy ink software and an easy to use scale for one LOW PRICE DispenseMaster 11 CUSTOMIZED AUTOMATED INK DISPENSER Get it Right the First Time Every Time PolyO ne strives to be at the forefront of technological advance ments that help our customers grow their businesses W ilflex brought you the first and only field proven automated ink dis penser in
201. tri cal parts Keep away from heat and open flame Use only with adequate ventilation Check compatability with indirect stencil systems Do NOT use to clean hands or skin Consult MSDS for complete safety infomation Do not allow waste to accumulate in closed containers d Limonene and other solvents have the potential for spontaneous ignition under certain conditions Read the MSDS and follow storage and handling procedures Outlined therein Wilflex Athletic Inks MSH SERIES Designed to direct print on 100 N ylon O pen Mesh High gloss excellent durability superior adhesion creamy viscosity 15 MSH Mixing Colors MX Color produce PANTO NE simulations or 11422MSH Nylon Mesh Base for use with the PC Express MVP SERIES Designed for printing on fabrics prone to dye migration Excellent bleed resistance and coverage for dark polyester blends Back Contents Next v ra 2 Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX MSH NYLON SERIES DESCRIPTION W ilflex s MSH Series is designed to direct print on 100 percent N ylon O pen Mesh offering High gloss excellent durability superior adhesion creamy viscosity suit able for manual or automatic printing e 15 MSH Mixing Colors MX Color produce simulations of coated and uncoated PAN TON EGC olor Formula Guide colors Starter kits available e PC Users 11422M SH N ylon Mesh Base can used with the PC Express Mixing System to
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203. uctivity printers PIGMENTS ColorMaster PCMs are dispersions of dry pigments in plasticizer Innovative chem istry has produced extremely strong clean amp stable pigment concentrates ColorMaster pigments were selected due to their ability to produce accurate PAN TO N E simulations 21011PCM Master PC W hite 21004PCM C Master Fluo Pink PC 21001PCM C Master Fluo Chartreuse PC 21068PCM CMaster PC Blue G S 21040PCM CMaster PC RedY S 21005PCM Master Fluo Purple PC 21002PCM C Master Fluo Green PC 21065PCM C Master PC Marine R S 21047PCM CMaster PC Magenta B S 21070PCM Master PC Green B S 21003PCM C Master Fluo Blue PC 21087PCM CMaster PC Yellow G S 21057PCM C Master PC Violet R S 21097PCM CMaster PC Black SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e f blended according to formulations resulting colors vary in opacity from opaque to semi opaque e For bleed resistance an underbase white such as 11999XW Xtreme W hite 11480HT Bright Tiger or 11003W HT Athletic Trophy W hite must be used e Colors will reproduce best on white or light colored fabrics e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fast ness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migration Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual Stir plastisols prior to printing Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area Any application not referenced in th
204. ue 661115 Renaissance Red 44111SB during printing to produce a full spectrum of color e Renaissance Green 75111SB e Renaissance Mag 45111SB e Renaissance Yellow 85111SB Starter kit RENKIT HOPKINS 6 COLOR SET The Genesis Hopkins 6 ink set is designed to work with the Riley Hopkins 6 color separation soft ware It consists of six colors that create a wide gamut with minimal ink stations Hopkins 6 Black 17996GN S Hopkins 6 Rose 47946GN S Hopkins 6 Orange 379366N S Hopkins 6 Blue 67966GN S Hopkins 6 W hite 17916GNS Hopkins 6 Yellow 87986GN S FAST FILMS SET Match the following Pantone amp colors using a color mixing sys tem to produce a set to use with Fresener s Fast Films sepa ration software Use with a high opacity white like Xtreme W hite or Bright T iger Yellow 102C Red 185C Blue 286C Purple 219C Green 361C Lt Blue 306C Gray 421C Brown 167C W hite 11888MX Black 19888M X O ptional colors Lt Flesh 475C Dk Flesh 161C Colors can be made with PC Express or MX kit Next Vd Contents DESCRIPTION FEATURES amp BENEFITS SYSTEM COMPONENTS SPECS RISK FACTOR ORDERING INFO MX MSH Epic PF RFU matching system Strong single pigment colors which yield mini mal build up speeding production MSH Nylon is an MX lookalike for printing on uncoated nylon Epic is a non phthalate system e Soft matte finish e Accurate Pantone
205. use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Next V 4 Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX NATURAL SUEDE N ATURAL SUEDE BASE 10425N S N ATURAL SuEDE 19111N S ATURAL SUEDE MEDIUM BRowN 29111N S N ATURAL SuEpE DARK BRowN 29222N S DESCRIPTION W ilflex atural Suede inks can be used to produce a printed graphic with a soft Suede Velvet finish that has a soft hand and is highly durable This product assists the printer in creating fashion graphic concepts and new age designer finishes PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates 10096 cotton cotton blends Mixing Ratio To mix custom colors add up to 10 1596 by weight W ilflex PC to Suede Base PC to Base Ratio available Mesh 86 230 t in 34 90 t cm Tension Up to 30 newtons Squeegee type 65 75 or 70 90 70 durometer Squeegee blade Squeegee angle Squeegee speed O ff contact Cure temp Extender Reducer Storage W ash up Health amp Safety FEATURES Medium To suit stencil amp print image parameters Reduced to ensure full flood of stencil 1 16 1 8 320 F 160 C entire film Higher settings may be needed for extreme deposits None Up to 596 by weight Reducer 71 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid direct sun Use within one year of receipt W ilflex Screen W ash Available upon request e Natural Suede is a texti
206. ving opacity Excessive amounts of Thickener 2 will cause build up on back of screen amp accelerate the aging of the ink viscosity A mask is recommended when handlingThickener 2 High speed high shear mixing will disperse powder without lumping Be cautious to not overheat the ink THICKENER 3 Use this thickener as a final addition to GN S amp MX W hen adjusting with Thickener 3 it is important to add 5 1 MAXIMUM to 100 parts ink Be sure to weigh the amount precisely as an over addition will dramatically reduce printability After addingT hickener 3 stir thoroughly but do not overheat mixture You may not notice an immediate build after the intro duction of Thickener 3 but refrain from adding more than 1 as the additive may take time to work up to two hours PolyO ne recommends mixing only what you need to complete the job as any leftover ink may become difficult to print later EXTENDERS SMOOTH EXTENDER 10222SE Soften inks amp increase flow properties amp printable characteris tics by mixing 10 2096 by weight with inks that exhibit high tack Additions greater than 2096 can reduce opacity amp bleed resistance May also be used as a process base to extend primary colors or mix with other colors to increase color vibrancy in transparent ink FINESSE 10150FN S A dditions of 10 20 may be used to improve printability amp soften hand of general purpose amp specialty W ilflex inks A dditions greater than 2096 wil
207. within one year of receipt W ash up W ilflex Screen W ash Health amp Safety Available upon request FEATURES e For use on 100 percent cotton garments e Fast flashing e Low after tack e Prints through fine meshes e Use as a first down underbase flash white or an overprint stand alone white e O dorless e Excellent opacity e Matte appearance excellent fiber mat down SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS e Due to differences in power height above ink film and efficiency of the flash drying unit spe cific dwell time cannot be given e To increase production speeds use finer mesh counts for the flash plate to decrease gel time Set flash dwell times on heated pallets to simulate production A djust your settings so that the ink is just dry to the touch e Avoid overflashing as it can result in poor inter coat adhesion of overprint colors e Use consistent high tensioned screen mesh to optimize performance properties e Perform fusion tests before production Failure to cure ink properly can result in poor wash fastness inferior adhesion unacceptable durability and increased likelihood of dye migra tion Testing procedures for plastisol fusion are outlined in the W ilflex User s Manual e Stir plastisols prior to printing e Do not dry clean bleach or iron the printed area e Any application not referenced in this product information bulletin should be pre tested or consultation sought with PolyO ne Technical Services D epartment p
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209. y and increased chance for dye migration MODIFIERS The inks are designed to be used straight out of the container If you want to reduce viscosity add up to 5 percent Reducer 11 WASH UP Conventional solvents or W ilflex Screen W ash HEALTH AND SAFETY Complete Health and Safety D ata available upon request STORAGE Recommended storage temperature is 65 90 F 18 32 C Avoid stor ing in direct sunlight or in extreme temperature conditions It is recommended that W ilflex products be used within one year of receipt of product Inks subjected to extreme temperatures or prolonged shelf life could thicken or expand in the container The information in this publication is based on information and experience believed reliable Since many factors may affect processing for an application processors must carry out their own tests and experiments to confirm suitability for intended use You must make your own determination of suitability for your intended use and environmental acceptability the safety and health of your employees and purchasers of your products PolyOne 800 326 0226 or 770 590 3500 Back Next V fy r gt Contents PRODUCT INFORMATION BULLETIN WILFLEX ISYELLOW SPARKLE 15340 DESCRIPTION W ilflex Yellow Sparkle is formulated to produce subtle sparkle effects with high gloss and excellent durability PRINTER S PARAMETERS Substrates Cottons cotton blends and some synthetics W hite and pastel colored

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