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Deco-Chem Metaflex MTX

Metaflex is a coating developed for the appliance and metal decorating industries. Deco-Chem has combined the best in high quality raw materials to yield Metaflex, an ink with outstanding stain resistance, durability, and drawability. Metaflex is an excellent choice for markets such as the appliance industry, interior and exterior signage and nameplates. Metaflex is recommended especially for applications which require outstanding flexibility, drawability, and weatherability.

Application Area: Name Plates, Signage

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Aluminum, Metal, Steel

Features: Chemical Resistant, Durable, Excellent Drawability, Excellent Flexibility, Excellent Substrate Adhesion, Good Adhesion, Good Weather Stability, High Durability, High Gloss, Stain Resistant

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Identification & Functionality

Product Type: Screen Printing Ink
Technologies: Ready-to-Use Products
Product Families: Ready-to-Use Products — Inks & Pastes
Screen Printing Inks

Features & Benefits

Ready-to-Use Product Features: Chemical Resistant,
Durable,
Excellent Drawability,
Excellent Flexibility,
Excellent Substrate Adhesion,
Good Adhesion,
Good Weather Stability,
High Durability,
High Gloss,
Stain Resistant

Applications & Uses

Markets: Consumer Goods,
Electrical & Electronics
Applications: Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics
Electrical & Electronics — Devices & Assemblies
Consumer Electronics
Application Area: Name Plates,
Signage
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Aluminum,
Metal,
Steel
Coverage: 1,200-1,500 sq/ft. per gallon depending on ink deposit.

Properties

Stencil: Use a lacquer proof or direct emulsion film, photographic, or water-soluble hand-cut stencil.
Screen: 200 to 305 Mesh recommended for most applications.
Additives: MTX94 Thinner and MTX95 Retarder.
Cleaner: MTX96 Screen Wash

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

275°F for 15 minutes

300°F for 10 minutes

350°F for 8 minutes

400°F for 4 minutes

450°F for 3 minutes

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Drums,
Pails
Packaging Size: 1 and 5 Gallon Pails

30 or 50 Gallon Drums

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 6 Months
Storage Conditions: Ink should be stored in a metal can 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.