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PAD PRINTING INK:
Type B Ink

Two-Component
Epoxy
Glossy Finish
Chemical & Abrasion
Resistant

Type B Ink is a glossy, two-component, opaque, fast drying ink. When fully cured, it provides outstanding resistance to:
Abrasion
Chemicals
Diluted Acids
Diluted Alkalis
Mechanical Wear
Oil & Grease
Organic Solvents
Perspiration

Type B Ink is Certified Class VI Medical Grade.
PDF of Certificate


Ink Data Charts:

• Ink-to-Substrate Compatibility Chart

• Ink Characteristics Chart

• Color Availability Chart

• Ink Drying & Curing Times Chart

• Ink Additives Chart

• Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Type B Ink in PDF format.

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Ink Types:

B - B/GL - C - E - G

HS - J - NK - O - P - PC

PD - PG - PH - PK - PL - PM - PV - R - SUB - U

UVA - UVE - UVHC - W



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630.752.4000 or e-mail us


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Since operating conditions and applications are beyond our control, ITW Trans Tech cannot guarantee results nor assume liability for any problem that may arise. The user should test the suitability of the product for its intended application. No warranty for results obtained, expressed or implied, can be assumed by ITW Trans Tech.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

NOTE: Read Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Prior To Use

Ink Type B is a two-component product supplied in paste form. Hardener must be added for production use. Ink and hardener should be thoroughly mixed prior to adding thinner. During printing, the ink viscosity may be adjusted with thinner (if needed). A retarder may be added to slow drying rate during printing (normally for high room temperatures or multi-color use). Under most conditions, ink pot life will not exceed eight hours. Recommended room temperature: 70-78 degrees F. Recommended room humidity 30-50 %

ADDITIVES: (See Additives Chart for more listings)

Hardeners: (mixing ratio, ink to additive)
• BH HARDENER ( Four parts ink to one part hardener; Ratio by weight) For most applications.
• BH/N HARDENER ( 4 : 1 Ratio by weight) More ultraviolet light and abrasion resistant but requires additional drying time.

Thinners: (after adding Hardener)
THINNER B (5 to 20 % by weight) Faster
VD THINNER (5 To 20 % by weight) Medium
THINNER BGA (5 To 20 % by weight) Slower

Retarder: (after adding Hardener and Thinner)
TPD RETARDER (1 To 3 % by weight)

DRYING & CURING: (See
Ink Drying & Curing Times Chart )
Ink TYPE B dries to the touch within 30 seconds at room temperature. Drying time may be reduced with forced hot air at 200 – 400 degrees F. Normally, full cure is achieved after five to six days depending on curing temperature time; and humidity. Heat curing is necessary for better adhesion and performance results.

COLORS: (See Color Availability Chart )
Ink Type B is available in:
• 23 Standard Opaque Colors
• Standard Metallic Colors
• Process colors
• Custom Colors Available Upon Request
• C-Mix 2000 Color Matching System


Type B Ink is Certified Class VI Medical Grade.
PDF of Certificate

NT (non-toxic) Inks
Our NT Series Inks conform to US C.O.N.E.G. Legislation and European Standard EN 71, part 3 Safety of Toys (1989). For special applications (examples: Medical, Automotive, MIL-STD) please contact us.

USE & STORAGE INFORMATION
(For more detailed information see Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Type B Ink.

Ink Type B:
Stir ink thoroughly before removing from container. Reseal lid tightly after using.
Shelf Life: Two years (in original sealed container)

HARDENER: Reseal container immediately after using. Hardener is humidity sensitive. As moisture is absorbed, the viscosity first increases, then starts forming crystals. Do not use when crystals first appear. Shelf Life: one year (in original sealed container)

THINNER: Reseal lid tightly after using. Shelf Life: two years (in original sealed container)

RETARDER: Reseal lid tightly after using. Shelf Life: two years (in original sealed container)

STORAGE OF ALL PRODUCTS: At room temperature 60 to 80 Degrees F with low humidity.


Ink Type B: Recommended Printing Substrates

Ø : Indicates substrate may require flame curing.
# : Indicates substrate may require pretreatment.

Substrate:
Name / Chemical Name
ASTM / ISO
Abbreviation
Plastics Family Trade Name
THERMOPLASTICS . . .
Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene ABS ABS Cycolac
Polyphenylene Ether PPE Polyphenylene Prevex
Polyoxymethylene -1 Ø POM Acetal Delrin
Polybutylene Terephthalate PBT Polyester Hytrel
Polymethyl Methacrylate PMMA Acrylic Acrylite
Celluose Acetate CA Celluosic Tenite
Celluose Acetate Butyrate CAB Celluosic .
Polyphenylene Oxide # PPO Polyphenylene Noryl
Polyamides PA Polyamides Nylon
Polycarbonate PC Polycarbonate Lexan
Polyester SP Polyester Valox
Polyetherimide PE1 Polyetherimide Ultem
Polyethylene # PE, HDPE,
UHMW
Polyolefin Petrothene
Polyethylene Terephthalate PET Polyester .
Polyimide PI Polyimide Kapton
Polyimide Filaments PI Polyimide Tynex
Polyphenylene Sulfide PPS Polyphenylene Ryton
Polyphenylsulfone PPSO Sulfone Udel
Polypropylene # PP Polyolefin .
Polysulfone PSO Sulfone Udel
Polyvinyl Chloride Rigid PVC Vinyl .
THERMOSET . . .
Epoxy Resin EP Epoxy Novolak
Phenol Formaldehyde Resin PF Phenolic .
Polyester Epoxy Resin EP Polyester Cyglas
Polyurethane, Rigid # PU Urethane .
Urea Formaldehyde Resin UF Urea BakeLite
METALS . . .
Aluminum AL . .
Anodized Metal . . .
Brass . . .
Chrome Plate Cr . .
Copper Cu . .
Bronze . . .
Iron Fe . .
Steel . . .
Tin Sn . .
Titanium Ti . .
Miscellaneous Metals . . .
MISCELLANEOUS SUBSTRATES . . .
Ceramic . . .
Glass . . .
Wood . . .
FLEXIBLE PLASTICS . . .
Urethane, Flexible # PU Urethane .
COATINGS & PAINTS . . .
PowderCoat . . .
Surlyn . . .
Urethane Paint / Coating . . .
Miscellaneous Coatings & Paints . . .
OTHERS . . .
Acrylic Sheets & Molding Powders . . Plexiglas
C-Resin # . . .
Formica . . .
Hostra . . .
Polycarbonate / ABS . . Cycoloy
Thermoplastic Polyester Resin . . Rynite
Viton . . .
. . . .


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