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Interactive Inks and Coatings DIYE13-03

Interactive Inks and Coatings DIYE13-03 has high heat and water resistance which make ink suitable for water-based printing which is an excellent choice for direct or indirect thermal printing applications. Depending on the substrate and heat application, this ink have provided heat resistance up to 450ºF and eliminate pick-off or ink transfer to the print heads. Excellent ribbon transfer allows this ink for extreme versatility of both direct and indirect imaging applications. This ink offers excellent printability on both papers and films and can be used in typical label applications as well.

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Paper

Features: Excellent Printability, Excellent Water Resistance, Good Grease Resistance, Heat Resistance, High Gloss, Highly Versatile, Oil Resistant

Color: Yellow

Application Method: Flexography

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Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Cure Method
Application Recommendations
Application Method

Flexographic printing application

Substrate

DT Thermal Trans Paper: Treated Films

Bcm Volume 1–5
Cure Speed/Print Speed

200 fpm–500 fpm (Press Dependent)

 

Recommended uses for DI include direct thermal papers, ribbon transfer, laser imprintable, foil lid and film applications. Also in areas where high grease, oil or water resistance is required. Thermal papers vary greatly and pretesting for any specific application is strongly recommended.

Properties

Color
Appearance
Ink Color Dependent
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Gloss (Substrate Dependent)8 - 9
Viscosity (3-Zahn)10 - 17
Waterborne or Radiation CuringWater
Light Fastness Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Light Fastness (Blue Wool Value)4.0
Chemical Resistance Properties
INK SYSTEM SUBSTRATE RESISTANCE PROPERTIES GLOSS
  BOPP Coated Paper Water IPA Alkali 2% Solution Amm 1% Solution

Bleach 1% Solution

 
Direct X   5 1 5 4 5 95 - 100
Indirect   X 5 3 5 3 3 65 - 70

Storage & Handling

Proper Storage And Handling

Store in original container within a low-humidity environment. Use proper handling equipment when in contact with this product.