Products in Screen Printing Inks

Deco-Chem’s Static Cling Ink Series is a leader of UV gloss, flat, textured and color coatings for static cling substrates. It’s the perfect ink choice for applications involving labels, window graphics, signs and decals. Static Cling ink exhibits outstanding flexibility and adhesion while still maintaining a tough surface.

Deco Chem’s Grip Coating provides a slip resistant surface for interior use. Grip Coating uses a blend of oligomers and monomers that give a soft, rubbery surface without the addition of abrasive textures. Grip Coating is highly scratch resistant even with thicker coatings and adheres to a variety of different plastics, films and papers.

Deco-Chem’s Mirror Etch Resist inks are applied to the back of a mirror. Special chemicals will take away all of the mirror coating except for the etch resist, leaving a second surface mirror image where the Mirror Etch Resist was printed.

A very light tack base meant for quick release where it is needed. It remains tacky for multiple runs and resists ambient dust accumulation. The PSTB cures rapidly and is low odor.

The Myflex series is a unique and sophisticated blend of polymers that demonstrates unusual toughness, flexibility, adhesion, gloss, and weatherability. The nature of the system requires uncommon solvents to achieve solution. As a result, the printed film has resistance to a variety of solvents and chemicals. Myflex is especially formulated for and has a natural adhesion to raw polyester film such as Mylar.

Deco-Chem’s Conductive Inks are low electrical resistance properties. The main applications of Conductive Inks are for membrane switches, RFID antennas, and printed conductors. Deco-Chem’s conductive inks exhibit excellent flexibility and fast curing properties. This is a one part system ready to print straight from the container.

126-26(SP) is a two-component, high performance, silicone ink, coating, and adhesive optimized for screen printing. 126-26(SP) features a low viscosity, has a quick cure time at elevated temperatures, and is highly solvent resistant upon cure. 126-26(SP) features excellent adhesion to many substrates including but not limited to Mylar, Kapton, many grades of TPU, and is able to be bonded to many grades of silicones and Teflon. Uses for 126-26(SP) include but are not limited to sealing and environmental protection of electronic components, insulating of conductive circuitry, and potting of stress-sensitive equipment. 126-26(SP) is a long screen life, two component version of 126-26.Features Non-Flammable Silicone dielectric ink and coating

118-08 is a translucent blue, two component, solvent-resistant, electrically insulating ink, coating and adhesive suitable for screen printing. This product features excellent adhesion to Kapton, Mylar, glass, polycarbonate and a variety of other substrates. Unlike conventional dielectric materials, this product is very resistant to methyl ethyl ketone. It is also very resistant to scratching and creasing. Some applications for 118-08 include, but are not limited to, dielectric insulation of thick film circuitry, improving moisture resistance, arc track resistance, and weathering resistance of electrical/electronic devices.Features Blue, flexible epoxy dielectric, adheres to ITO

127-39 is a one component, electrically conductive, solvent-resistant ink and coating designed for screen-printing and syringe dispensing. This product features a high degree of flexibility and excellent adhesion to Kapton®, Mylar®, glass, polycarbonate ITO coated substrates as well as a variety of other substrates. 127-39 has the unique ability to adhere well to difficult to stick to surfaces such as silicone hardcoated acrylic and polycarbonate. Unlike many conductive inks 127-39 is resistant to harsh solvents such as MEK, high humidity environments including boiling water, and is resistant to aging and UV exposure.Features Chemically and abrasion resistant conductive ink

127-38 is a one component, electrically conductive, solvent-resistant ink and coating designed for screen-printing and syringe dispensing. This product features a high degree of flexibility and excellent adhesion to Kapton®, Mylar®, glass, polycarbonate ITO coated substrates as well as a variety of other substrates. 127-38 has the unique ability to adhere well to difficult to stick to surfaces such as silicone hardcoated acrylic and polycarbonate. Unlike many conductive inks 127-38 is resistant to harsh solvents such as MEK, high humidity environments including boiling water, and is resistant to aging and UV exposure.Features Chemically and abrasion resistant conductive ink

128-03A/B-187 is an opaque black, two component, solvent-resistant, electrically insulating ink and coating suitable for screen-printing. This product features excellent adhesion to Kapton®, Mylar®, glass, polycarbonate ITO coated substrates and a variety of other substrates. Unlike conventional dielectric materials, this product is very resistant to methyl ethyl ketone. It is also very resistant to scratching and creasing. Some applications for 128-03A/B-187 include, but are not limited to, dielectric insulation of thick film circuitry, improving moisture resistance, arc track resistance, and weathering resistance of electrical/electronic devices.Features Black, flexible epoxy dielectric, adheres to ITO

118-12 is a two component, solvent-resistant, electrically insulating ink, coating and adhesive suitable for screen printing. This product features excellent adhesion to Kapton, Mylar, glass, polycarbonate and a variety of other substrates. Unlike conventional conductive materials, this product is very resistant to methyl ethyl ketone. It is also very resistant to scratching and creasing. Some applications for 118-12 include, but are not limited to, dielectric insulation of thick film circuitry, improving moisture resistance, arc track resistance, and weathering resistance of electrical/electronic devices. 118-12 is a clear version of 118-08.Features Clear, flexible epoxy dielectric, adheres to ITO

125-19FS is a flexible, re-workable, electrically conductive, silicone-based ink. The overall balance of peel strength, cohesion, printability and high temperature holding power provides a versatility that makes this product useful in a wide range of coating, printing, fastening and bonding applications.Features Excellent Bonding to Difficult Surfaces High Temperature Resistance Wide Range of Applications Screen Printable

Deco-Chem’s Peelable Mask is a 100% solids ink that has been formulatd to act as a protective coating during the forming and cutting process. The Peelable Mask film, when completely cured, will peel easily from the surface of the substrate after forming and cutting.

POL series is a very high solids ink and does not dry out in the screen. It is the best choice for low solvent loss and the finest in environmentally safe products. POL series is a new class of polyester polymers that when baked, yields a duarable weatherable film that can be screen printed and/or roll/coil coated.

NovaCentrix Metalon HPR-059 water-based carbon black is a resistive ink with good adhesion, with the added benefit of water cleanup. Ideal for paper, plastics, glass, and metal substrates.

The coarse texture of sand blasted glass can be simulated by applying Deco-Chem’s Beaded Glass Etch ink. The appearance is similar to Simulated Glass Etch, but with bigger particles for a coarser texture. They make glass decorating safer by allowing screen printers to avoid sand blasting or the hazard of using hydrogen fluoride etch solutions.

126-03(SP)A/B is a highly elastomeric, electrically conductive, silicone-based ink. This product features a highperformance design useful in a wide range of printing and coating applications and features excellent bonding to most metal and plastic substrates. This product is very resistant to flexing and creasing and is ideal for applications that include, but are not limited to, emi/rfi shielding of polyimide flexible circuits, polymer thick film circuitry, sealing of electronic casings. 126-03(SP)A/B is one of the few conductive materials that can bond/adhere to silicone substrates and surfaces and features a uniquely long pot life.Features Excellent Bonding to Difficult Surfaces High Temperature Resistance Wide Range of Applications Screen Printable/Syringe Dispensable Non flammable elastomeric resistive ink

The URE Series is a two-component urethane designed as a multi-purpose ink. The cured ink has excellent flexibility and chemical resistance. The URE Series has withstood 26 washing machine cycles without cracking, loss of color, or adhesion. This system was developed as a high solids coating for VOC compliance.

4719 Top Coat Clear is a blend of “high tech” polymers specifically synthesized and produced for metal decorating applications. It has been developed to meet new appliance and automotive specifications. It has superior resistance to laundry group detergents and the new generation spot removers.

Autobond ATB is a class of very high solids polymers that, when baked, yields a very tough, weatherable ink film that can be screen printed or roll coated. When pigmented, the mixture will contain smaller amounts of solvent in certain colors, thereby drastically reducing the VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). This blend of high-tech formulating combined with the best in available raw materials creates “Autobond.”

When properly cured, Deco-Chem’s Dry Erase ink becomes a rigid, transparent coating with outstanding chemical resistance. Use dry erase markers to mark the surface and wipe clean with a dry cloth without marring the surface.

NovaCentrix Metalon HPS-021LV is an electrically conductive silver flake ink designed to produce conductive traces on low-temperature to high-temperature substrates such as paper, PET, glass, polyimide, and silicon. Metalon HPS-021LV ink is specially formulated for screen printing. It is a water-based Ag flake ink.

The coarse texture of sand blasted glass can be simulated by applying Deco-Chem’s Beaded Glass Etch ink. The appearance is similar to Simulated Glass Etch, but with bigger particles for a coarser texture. They make glass decorating safer by allowing screen printers to avoid sand blasting or the hazard of using hydrogen fluoride etch solutions.

Epoxon is a two component epoxy screen ink formulated specifically for general purpose use on a variety of surfaces. EPO has passed the rigid requirements of the automotive group such as chemical resistance, hardness, flexibility, abrasion resistance and consistency of color.

Deco-Chem’s Dome Dam Ink is a UV curable, screen printable clear that provides a barrier to confine a 2-part urethane used for doming. Deco-Chem’s Dome Dam is a 100 percent solid compound that contains no solvents.

NovaCentrix Metalon HPS-FG77 is a high loading silver flake ink that is Ideal for fine line printing, works well with paper, plastics, glass, and metal substrates, and is dispensable. It is a carbon black in aqueous base.

NovaCentrix Metalon HPS-FG57B offers good conductivity, excellent adhesion and is water resistant. It is a Ag flake ink in butyl carbitol.

120-07(LPS) is a screen-printable, electrically conductive ink, coating and adhesive suitable for application by stamping, screen-printing, dipping and syringe dispensing. This product features excellent adhesion to Kynar, Kapton, Mylar, polycarbonate, glass and can also be used on low surface energy coatings such as transparent conductive oxides. Unlike conventional conductive materials, this product is very resistant to flexing and creasing. Some applications for 120-07(LPS) include, but are not limited to, emi/rfi shielding of polyimide flexible circuits, polymer thick film circuitry, membrane switches, electrical attachments for surface mounted devices, and anode coatings for tantalum capacitors. 120-07(LPS) is a cross-linking version of 120-07(LP) and a more flexible version of 120-07T.Features Flexible/elastomeric conductive ink ideal for urethane substrates

Deco-Chem’s Baking Size Coats are a one-part clear epoxy-based solution. They have been developed to meet new appliance specifications and have superior resistance to laundry group detergents and new generation spot removers. Baking Size Coats have passed virtually all other chemical resistance tests in the appliance industry.

When properly cured, Deco-Chem’s Dry Erase ink becomes a rigid, transparent coating with outstanding chemical resistance. Use dry erase markers to mark the surface and wipe clean with a dry cloth without marring the surface.

Autobond For Rollcoat ATB/R is a class of very high solids polymers that, when baked, yields a very tough, weatherable ink film that can be screen printed or roll coated. When pigmented, the mixture will contain smaller amounts of solvent in certain colors, thereby drastically reducing the VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). This blend of high-tech formulating combined with the best in available raw materials creates “Autobond.”

Metabond is a new class of decorative coating originating from a polyester backbone which is blended with a high quality durable cross-linker. This blend of high tech formulating combines with the best in available raw materials to yield MBI series, the coating with excellent weatherability, chemical resistance, gloss, abrasion resistance and ease of printing.

Deco-Chem’s Brush Resist is an excellent choice for conventional curing is a temporary protective panel that adheres to metal products. The Brush Resist provides scratch or corrosion protection during manufacturing processes. The dry film is firm and non-tacky. Removal of the Brush Resist can be achieved using commercial concentrations of alkali solutions.

Astrolex is a tough, low-odor ink for plastics. Although designed orginally for polycarbonate, it adheres to many other plastics, including pressure-sensitive vinyl and styrene. Ease of application is one of the most distinctive characteristics of Astrolex. The smooth and light consistency allows a clean cutting action during the squeegee traverse. A clean screen breakaway is achieved, followed by instant leveling to a very high gloss.

NovaCentrix Metalon HPS-FG36A is an ideal formulation for paper, plastics, glass, and metal substrates. Butyl carbitol, with easy water cleanup. It is a Ag flake ink in butyl carbitol.