The multi-purpose POWERPRINT1600 series UV screen ink has been formulated to meet the increased processing speeds of modern printing equipment, curing at lower levels of ultraviolet energy, thereby reducing energy costs and substrate heat exposure. POWERPRINT1600 series cures to a low odor, tough finish that is highly block resistant. It is engineered to be cost effective for indoor and outdoor retail displays. POWERPRINT1600 series is inter-printable with the 3200 Series. POWERPRINT1600 series includes both gloss and matte colors.
- Substrate styrenes, rigid vinyls, pressure sensitive vinyls, polycarbonates, some acrylics, coated papers, coated cardstocks and treated fluted polypropylenes
- Use direct emulsions and capillary films which are solvent resistant and UV compatible
- PowerPrint® 1600 Series is formulated to be press ready
- Thoroughly mix the ink prior to printing
- Improper mixing can lead to inconsistent color and ink performance
- Lower temperatures increase the ink viscosity, impairing flow and increasing film thickness
- Elevated temperatures lower the ink viscosity, reducing print definition and film thickness
- Pretest to determine optimum printing parameters for a particular set of ink, substrate, screen, press, and curing variables/conditions
- The ink can be affected by stray UV light
- Be aware of skylights, windows and overhead lights curing the ink in the screen; light filters are recommended
- Leaving a container uncovered may result in the ink's surface forming a "skin", caused by reaction with ambient lighting
- Keep containers covered
