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Identification & Functionality
- Carrier
- Pigment Type
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- CASE Ingredients Features
- Product Highlights
StarFire II Bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability. They are available from DayGlo Color Corp. in ten standard fluorescent colors, seven Pantone® 800-series** colors and seven Fresh Colors™ (double bump strength in a single bump).
- Features & Benefits
- Stronger, brighter colors.
- Excellent tack stability.
- Advanced rheology for better press performance.
- Faster setting & drying.
- Non-chalking.
- Ultra low emulsification properties.
- Improved ink transfer characteristics.
- Reduced VOC levels.
- Color Strength, Brightness & Finish
Innovative vehicle technology has given DayGlo the ability to disperse a high loading of sub-micron fluorescent pigment particles in the StarFire II Bases, and yet maintain a workable rheology. Inks made from the StarFire II Bases will exhibit strong, bright fluorescent colors with a satin or semi-gloss finish.
- Fluorescent Color
The increased color strength from the StarFire II Base has not reduced the color brightness. In fact, an increase in color brightness and color stability is possible with the recommended formulations.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Coating Type
- Ink & Toner Type
- Low Odor
The StarFire II Bases contain only severely hydrotreated ink oils. They have been formulated to produce low odor on the press, even when using infra-red lamps as a drying assist. The StarFire II Bases can be used to formulate low odor inks for napkins, tablecloths and other items
Properties
- Physical Form
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Laray Viscosity (at 90ºF (900 Gr. Wt.) (Over 10cm)) | 75-105 | — | — |
| Pigment Concentration | min. 50 | % | — |
| Pigment Type | Thermoplastic Dyed Polymer | — | — |
| Vehicle/Type | Proprietary/Resin Modified Alkyd | — | — |
| Volatile Organic Compounds | 0.4 - 0.5 (45.0 - 55.0) | Lbs./Gal (g/l) | — |
| Weight Per Gallon | 9.2 - 9.4 | Lbs./Gal. | — |
Technical Details & Test Data
- Press Performance
Sheetfed offset inks made from the STARFIRE II Bases have been run on high speed sheetfed presses at 9,000-12,000 impressions per hour and are capable of much higher press speeds with excellent performance characteristics. Excellent tack stability, anti-emulsification properties, faster setting and excellent drying characteristics are to be expected from inks formulated from StarFire II Bases.
Storage & Handling
- Color Stability & Shelf Life
StarFire II Bases are color stable and will not darken. The minimum shelf life on this product is 36 months from the date of manufacture.