TYPE PX Pad Printing Ink
INSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE: Read Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Prior To Use
Ink TYPE PX is a glossy, opaque, fast drying ink for single or two component use. When fully cured, it provides outstanding resistance to: Single Component - Food and General Packaging Suitable / Mechanical wear / Perspiration / *Two Component - Abrasion / Alcohols / Chemicals / Diluted Acids / *Additional. (See back side of sheet for recommended substrates)
Pad Printing Ink TYPE PX is a single or two component product supplied in a paste form.
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 (if needed). During printing, the ink viscosity may be adjusted with thinner.
Under most conditions, ink pot life will not exceed 8 hours.
A retarder may be added to slow drying rate during printing. (normally for high room temperatures or multi-color use) Recommended room temperature 70-78 degrees F. Recommended room humidity 30-50%.
ADDITIVES: (See Additives Chart for more listings)
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 Than Type BH |
Thinner:
| THINNER BGA |
1 To 15 % by weight |
Fastest |
| THINNER AGA |
1 To 15 % by weight |
Normal (Recommended) |
| THINNER UV-1 |
1 To 15 % by weight |
Slowest |
Retarder:
| TPD RETARDER |
1 to 3 % by weight |
Use only if necessary |
DRYING & CURING
Ink TYPE PX dries to the touch within 15-30 seconds at room temperature. Drying time (to the touch) may be reduced with forced hot air @ 200 - 400 Degrees F. Normally, full cure is achieved after 1 to 2 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 PX is available in:
- 23 Standard Opaque Colors
- Standard Metallic Colors
- Process colors
- C-Mix 2000 Color Matching System
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 call
USE & STORAGE INFORMATION
(For more detailed information see Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Type PX Ink.
INK TYPE PX: Stir ink thoroughly before removing from container. Reseal lid tightly after using.
Shelf Life: 2 Years (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: 1 year (Original sealed container)
THINNER
Reseal lid tightly after using
Shelf Life: 2 years (Original sealed container)
TRANSFER PAD PRINTING INK TYPE PX (continued)
RETARDER
Reseal lid tightly after using
Shelf Life: 2 years (Original sealed container)
ADDITIVES
Reseal lid tightly after using
Shelf Life: 2 years (Original sealed container)
STORAGE OF PRODUCTS: At room temperature 60 to 80 Degrees F with low humidity
RECOMMENDED PRINTING SUBSTRATES * May Require Pretreatment*
SUBSTRATE
NAME / CHEMICAL NAME |
ASTM / ISO
ABBREVIATIONS |
PLASTICS
FAMILY |
TRADE
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| 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 |
(PEI) |
Polyetherimide |
Ultem |
| Polyethylene * |
(PE) (HDPE) (UHMW) |
Polyolefin |
Petrothene |
| Polyethylene Terephthalate |
(PET) |
Polyester |
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| Polyimide |
(PI) |
Polyimide |
Kapton |
| Polyphenylene Sulfide |
(PPS) |
Polyphenylene |
Ryton |
| Polypropylene * |
(PP) |
Polyolefin |
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| Polystyrene |
(PS) (HIPS) |
Polystyrene |
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| Polyvinyl Chloride Rigid |
(PVC) |
Vinyl |
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| Styrene-Acrylonitrile |
(SAN) |
Copolymer |
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| Styrene-Butadiene |
(SBP) |
Copolymer |
K-Resin |
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| Phenol Formaldehyde Resin |
(PF) |
Phenolic |
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| Polyester Epoxy Resin |
(EP) |
Polyester |
Cyglas |
| Polyurethane, Rigid * |
(PU) |
Urethane |
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| Urea Formaldehyde Resin |
(UF) |
Urea |
Bakelite |
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| Ceramic |
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| Leather |
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| Paper |
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| OTHERS |
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| Cellophane * |
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| Formica |
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| Polycarbonate / ABS |
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Cycoloy |
| Thermoplastic Polyester Resin |
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Rynite |
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Since operating conditions and applications are beyond our control, TRANS TECH AMERICA can not 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 TRANS TECH AMERICA, Inc.