Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Product Type
- Technologies
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Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Ready-to-Use Product Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Coverage
400-500 sq/ft. per gallon depending on ink deposit
- Mixing
Should be mixed by volume, at a ratio of 3.5 parts ink to 1 part catalyst. After mixing, allow to stand for about 20 minutes. This amount of time is required for molecular orientation.
- Pot Life
Approximately 2 1/2 hours following 20 minute stand time for a 2/3 gallon mixture. The larger the mixture, the shorter the life.
Properties
- Stencil
Use a lacquer proof or direct emulsion film, photographic or water-soluble hand-cut stencil.
- Screen
65 to 120 mesh recommended for most applications.
- Die Cutting/Creasing
Not recommended.
- Additives
LEI03 Catalyst, LEI48 Flow Additive, LEI94 Thinner and LEI95 Retarder.
- Cleaner
LEI96 Wash-Up
Technical Details & Test Data
- Cure Parameters
Baking temperatures may vary depending on ink deposit, placement of parts in the oven and equipment. Pretests are recommended prior to production run.
- 250°F for 25 minutes
- 300°F for 10 minutes
- 400°F for 4 minutes
- 275°F for 15 minutes
- 350°F for 8 minutes
- 450°F for 3 minutes
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Size
- 1 and 5 Gallon Pails
- 30 or 55 Gallon Drums
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 6 Months
- Storage Conditions
Ink should be stored in a metal container at room temperature (75°F). Inks previously used for printing runs should be stored in a separate container to avoid cross contamination. Ink has a minimum shelf life of 6 months from date of manufacture if the above guidelines are followed and there has been nothing added to the ink.