MPS - High Gloss Screen Printing Ink
1. Overview & Applications
The MPS Series is a premium, high-gloss screen printing ink known for delivering exceptionally sharp and crisp graphic definitions. It boasts outstanding resistance to alcohol, grease, and moisture.
Applicable Substrates: ABS, PVC, AS, PC, PMMA (Acrylic/Plexiglass), Paper, as well as Acrylic Painted and Powder-Coated Panels.
Primary Applications: High-end home appliance casings, pens, self-adhesive labels, nameplates, and membrane switch overlays.
2. General Printing Specifications
| Gloss Finish | High Gloss |
|---|---|
| Ink Appearance | Thick Paste |
| Coverage / Mileage | Approx. 70 square meters per kilogram (Tested with 350 mesh PET screen and 75° sharp squeegee). |
| Air Drying (25°C) | Touch Dry: 5-10 minutes. Hard Dry: 24-48 hours. |
| Environmental Compliance | Fully complies with EU EN-71 and Japan ST heavy metal standards. |
3. Physical & Chemical Performance Tests
Testing Conditions: Printed on ABS Sheet using 102 White and 502 Blue through a 300-mesh screen with a 75° squeegee. Cured at room temperature for 7 days.
| Adhesion (Cross-Hatch) | Kraft Tape Peel Test (1mm spacing): 100% Retention |
|---|---|
| Pencil Hardness | 45° angle, 200g load: 1H |
| Alcohol Resistance | Cotton swab with alcohol, 200g load, 100 rubs: No abnormalities |
| Water Resistance | Submersed in tap water for 7 days (room temp): No abnormalities |
| Detergent Resistance | Soaked in 3% neutral dish detergent for 8 hours: No abnormalities |
| Grease / Oil Resistance | Soaked in salad oil for 8 hours (room temp): No abnormalities |
| Gasoline Resistance | Cotton swab with 90# Gasoline, 200g load, 100 rubs: No abnormalities |
| Boiling Water Resistance | Submersed in boiling water for 1 hour: No abnormalities |
| Anti-Blocking Resistance | Printed face-to-face at 50°C under 500g/cm² pressure for 24 hours: No abnormalities |
4. Color Series
The MPS series includes 65 standardized colors, all rigorously tested for heavy metal compliance. Pantone matching formulas are available upon request.
- Standard Solid Colors: 102 Extra White, 201 Lemon Yellow, 301 Bright Red, 401 Purple, 502 Heliogen Blue, 602 Extra Green, 702 Extra Black, 901 Varnish Base.
- High-Opacity Series (G): G2201 Yellow, G3301 Red, G4401 Purple, G5501 Blue, G6602 Green (Ideal for dark substrates).
- CMYK Process Colors: 801 Process Red, 802 Process Yellow, 803 Process Blue, 804 Process Black.
- Metallic & Pearl Colors: A01-A07 (Flash Silver, Bright Silver, Gold); B10-B27 (Pearl Silver, Chameleon Colors, Bronze).
- Fluorescent & Transparent Colors: D-Series (Fluorescent Yellow, Red, Blue); T-Series (Transparent Red, Yellow, Blue, Black).
5. Processing Guidelines & Precautions
- Thinner Selection: 515 (Standard Thinner), 616 (Slow-Dry Thinner). Add 15% - 25% by weight and mix thoroughly before printing.
- Screen Mesh: Use solvent-resistant screens of ≤ 420 mesh/inch.
- Substrate Cleaning (Crucial): For plastic substrates containing high levels of plasticizers or mold-release agents, you MUST wipe the surface with SS-958 Cleaning Solvent prior to printing. It is recommended to let printed test samples sit for over 10 days to verify long-term ink-substrate compatibility.
- Storage & Shelf Life: Store in a cool, dry place tightly sealed. Keep away from heat and open flames. Shelf life is 2 years.
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