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PAD PRINTING INK:
Type PK Ink

Single orTwo-
Component Epoxy
Semi-Gloss Finish
Specially Formulated
for Polyolefin Plastics

Type PK Ink is a semi-gloss, two-component, opaque, fast drying ink for single or two-component use. This ink is specially formulated for untreated polypropylene and substrates with adhesion problems. When fully cured, it provides outstanding resistance to:

(Single Component)
Food Packaging Suitable
Mechanical Wear
Perspiration

(Two-Component)
Abrasion
Alcohols
Chemicals
Diluted Acids
Others (see chart)

For more details, see Ink Data Charts below.


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 PK 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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Cliché Plates

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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 PK is a one or 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 %

SPECIAL INFORMATION:
• Transfer pad life may be shorter with type PK ink.
• If using an ink pump system, ink replacement once per week is recommended. This is necessary because the ink sometimes hardens into little balls, and settles to the bottom of the pump.
SPECIAL ADDITIVES:
• For cliché oxidization / rusting problems use Anti-Corrosive Ink Thinners VD/00 OR B/01.
• For a Write-On Capable ink (single component), use Fuller 33 Additive.

ADDITIVES: (See Additives Chart for more listings)

Hardeners: (mixing ratio, ink to hardener)
• BH HARDENER (10 : 1 Ratio by weight) For most applications.
• BH/N HARDENER (10 : 1 Ratio by weight) More ultraviolet light and abrasion resistant but requires additional drying time.

Thinners:
THINNER B (1 to 15 % by weight) Faster
THINNER B/01 (1 To 15 % by weight) Faster (anti-corrosive thinner)
VD THINNER (1 To 15 % by weight) Medium
VD/00 THINNER (1 To 15 % by weight) Medium (anti-corrosive thinner)
THINNER BGA (1 To 15 % by weight) Slower

Retarder:
TPD RETARDER (1 To 3 % by weight)

Other:
FULLER 33 6 % by weight For Write-On Capable Ink

DRYING & CURING: (See
Ink Drying & Curing Times Chart )
Ink TYPE PK 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 one to two 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 PK is available in:
• 23 Standard Opaque Colors
• Process Colors
• Custom Colors Available Upon Request
• C-Mix 2000 Color Matching System

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 PK Ink.

Ink Type PK:
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 PK: 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
Polybutylene Terephthalate PBT Polyester Hytrel
Polymethyl Methacrylate PMMA Acrylic Acrylite
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
Polyphenylene Sulfide PPS Polyphenylene Ryton
Polyphenylsulfone PPSO Sulfone Udel
Polypropylene # PP Polyolefin .
Polystyrene PS Polystrene .
Polyvinyl Chloride Rigid PVC PVC PVC
Styrene-Acrylonitrile SAN Copolymer .
Styrene-Butadiene SBP Copolymer K-Resin
THERMOSET . . .
Phenol Formaldehyde Resin PF Phenolic .
Polyester Epoxy Resin EP Polyester Cyglas
Polyurethane, Rigid # PU Urethane .
Urea Formaldehyde Resin UF Urea BakeLite
METALS . . .
Aluminum AL . .
MISCELLANEOUS SUBSTRATES . . .
Ceramic . . .
Leather . . .
Paper . . .
Porcelin . . .
Glass . . .
Wood . . .
COATINGS & PAINTS . . .
Surlyn . . .
Teflon Paint . . .
UV Coating . . .
Miscellaneous Coatings & Paints . . .
OTHERS . . .
Cellophane . . .
Polycarbonate / ABS . . Cycoloy
Thermoplastic Polyester Resin . . Rynite
. . . .


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