ITW Trans Tech: Pad Printing Ink: Type HS

INSTRUCTIONS:

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

Ink Type HS is a single or two-component product supplied in paste form. In most applications hardener is not required unless additional adhesion is needed for glass substrates.

Single Component: Thinner (if needed) should be thoroughly mixed with the ink prior to using. During printing, the ink viscosity may be adjusted with thinner.

Two Component: 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 twelve hours (Ratio 5:1); 48 hours (Ratio 10:1). Recommended room temperature: 70-78 degrees F. Recommended room humidity 30-50 %

ADDITIVES: (See Additives Chart for more listings)

Hardener: (mixing ratio, ink to hardener)
LMN HARDENER (5 : 1 Ratio by weight) Depending on requirements
(10 : 1 Ratio by weight) Depending on requirements

Thinners:
VDS 1015 5 To 20 % by weight (Fast)
VDS 380 5 To 20 % by weight (Medium)
VDL 380 5 To 20 % by weight (Slow)

Retarder:
VZ 380 1 to 3 % by weight

DRYING & CURING: (See Ink Drying & Curing Times Chart )
Ink TYPE HS dries to the touch within 15 – 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 HS is available in:
• 23 Standard Opaque Colors
• Standard Metallic Colors
• Process colors
• Custom Colors Available Upon Request

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 HS Ink.

Ink Type HS:
Stir ink thoroughly before removing from container. Reseal lid tightly after using.
Shelf Life: One year (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 HS: Recommended Printing Substrates

# : Indicates substrate may require pretreatment.

Substrate: Name / Chemical Name	ASTM / ISO Abbreviation	Plastics Family	Trade Name
THERMOPLASTICS	.	.	.
Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene	ABS	ABS	Cycolac
Polymethyl Methacrylate	PMMA	Acrylic	Acrylite
Polyphenylene Oxide #	PPO	Polyphenylene	Noryl
Polycarbonate	PC	Polycarbonate	Lexan
Polyethylene #	PE, HDPE, UHMW	Polyolefin	Petrothene
Polyethylene Terephthalate	PET	Polyester	.
Polypropylene	PP	Polyolefin	.
Polystyrene	PS, HIPS	Polystyrene	.
Polyvinyl Chloride Rigid	PVC	Vinyl	.
Styrene Acrylonitrile	SAN	Copolymer	.
THERMOSET	.	.	.
Polyurethane, Rigid #	PU	Urethane	.
METALS	.	.	.
Miscellaneous Metals	.	.	.
MISCELLANEOUS SUBSTRATES	.	.	.
Paper	.	.	.
Wood	.	.	.
COATINGS & PAINTS	.	.	.
Urethane Paint / Coating	.	.	.
Miscellaneous Coatings & Paints	.	.	.
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