Description

The W500 Series Water-Base Shrink Sleeve Ink is designed to meet the demands of today's Narrow Web Shrink Labels. The W500 Series was made for "Reverse Print" Shrink Sleeves for PVC and PET Films.

The W500 Series Water-Base Shrink Sleeve Ink features

• High Speed Printing
• Easy to use
• High Color Strength
• Compatible with UV Flexo and Solvent base whites
• Fast Drying

Substrates

PVC and PET

Note: As with all film substrates, lots may vary and testing is recommended before use.

USER INFORMATION

Anilox Rolls

For standard colors use an anilox with a cell volume of

3.0 bcm - 5.0 bcm.

For process colors use an anilox with a cell volume of

1.0 - 2.0 bcm.

Viscosity

On average 14-25 sec., #3 Zahn @ 77ºF

pH Range

9.0 - 10.0

Plates

This ink Series is compatible with most WB Flexo plates on the market.

Printing

This ink series is formulated to be press ready. Thoroughly mix the ink prior to printing. The pH and viscosity of the ink should be maintained during printing with the use of additives to adjust pH and viscosity, See the additive guide.

Clean Up

Use NWC10 EZ Cleaner

Storage

Store tightly covered at temperatures between 65°-90°F (18°-32°C). Ink taken from the press should not be returned to the original container; store separately to avoid contaminating unused ink.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Ink Handling

Safety glasses and gloves are suggested in areas where product may be splashed. If product does come in contact with skin, wipe ink off with a clean, dry cloth (do not use solvent or reducer). Wash the affected area with soap and water. Consult the Ink Series Safety Data Sheet for further instructions and warnings

Performance Verification

After press/job set up is complete, inspect a portion of the printed web for all applicable and specified properties. These properties include but are not limited to cure, adhesion, mar and rub resistance, product resistance and gloss. These tests should be performed prior to beginning the full production run.

Fade Resistance

This ink series is designed for interior applications only. The colors designated with (FR) use pigments which have extended fade resistance.

PRODUCT OFFERING

Standard Printing Colors

This Ink Series is available in 3bcm and 4bcm. Part numbers for the 3bcm are listed below. Part numbers for the 4 bcm are not shown but are available upon request.

4 Color Process

The W500 Series 4 color process inks are designed to print with anilox rollers having 1-2 bcm. Also available in fade resistant (FR) colors.

Standard Colors