UV - Embossed Mirror Panel Screen Printing Ink Series

1. Overview & Applications

The UV Embossed Mirror Panel Ink Series is specifically formulated for screen printing on PET-laminated mirror aluminum sheets. It delivers unique 3D tactile embossed visual effects with exceptional adhesion and superior chemical resistance.

Visual Effects Available: Matte sand texture, 3D crystal, refractive patterns, ice/flower textures, and water ripples.

Primary Applications: Integrated ceiling manufacturing and decorative metal panel screen printing.

Environmental Compliance: Fully complies with EU RoHS heavy metal standards.

2. Product Models & Specialized Effects

The series comprises 7 distinct models designed to produce standalone effects or stunning multi-pass combination prints on a single aluminum sheet:

• UV-MS-02: Fine Sand Embossed Ink
• UV-MS-06: Medium Sand Embossed Ink
• UV-MS-08: Coarse Sand Embossed Ink
• UV-TZ-20: Dot Embossed Clear Varnish
• UV-TZ-30: Raised / Embossed Clear Varnish
• UV-TZ-40: Foaming Embossed Clear Varnish
• UV-TZ-60: Refractive Embossed Clear Varnish

3. Transparent Tinting Inks & Consumables

• UV Transparent Tinting Inks (M-01 to M-12): Available in 12 vibrant shades (Lemon Yellow, Primary Yellow, Orange-Red, Orange-Yellow, Crimson, Peach, Red-Brown, Sapphire Blue, Sky Blue, Green, Black, etc.). Addition ratio: 0.1% to 2% by ink weight to create colored transparent 3D effects.
• UV-AD Thinner: Dedicated thinner. Add up to 5% in cold winter conditions to adjust viscosity. Summer printing generally requires no thinner.
• 877 Screen Cleaner: Recommended cleaning solvent for screens and equipment.

4. Screen Mesh Guidelines

*Important Note on Sand Inks: Using a mesh count higher than recommended will cause immediate screen clogging and rapid thickening. Always select the mesh count based on the coarsest sand ink when blending formulas.

5. Processing Guidelines & Printing Controls

• Immediate UV Curing: All models are UV-curable and must enter the UV curing unit immediately after printing. Delaying exposure will alter the 3D pattern and compromise adhesion (especially critical for UV-TZ-40 Foaming Varnish).
• UV Curing Parameters: Lamp power: 5 to 7 kW high-pressure mercury UV lamp. Curing time: 1 to 3 seconds. Replace UV lamps after 400 hours of use to prevent under-curing.
• Stencil Preparation: Emulsion thickness directly dictates the 3D tactile height. Thicker emulsion = deeper embossing; thinner emulsion = flatter finish. Ensure clean, sharp pattern edges.
• Squeegee Durometer & Angle: Use a sharp squeegee with a durometer of 70 to 75 Shore A. Maintain consistent pressure and angle across runs.
• Screen Gap (Off-Contact): Recommended gap is 3 to 5 mm. Keep it as low as possible while maintaining clean snap-off.
• Printing Speed (Foaming Varnish): For UV-TZ-40, printing speed heavily dictates the foaming structure. Faster speed = stronger 3D foaming effect; slower speed = flatter effect.
• Bending Limitation: Due to the high hardness of the embossed ink layer, bending angles exceeding 50° may cause micro-cracking. Leave appropriate blank margins in areas designated for bending.