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PChem® PFI-600 Conductive Flexo Ink

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PChem PFI-600® Conductive Flexo Ink is an aqueous flexo-printable conductive ink containing proprietary silver nanoparticles. PChem PFI-600 has been specifically formulated for high conductivity, fast curing, and improved leveling at lower printing speeds.

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Plastics, Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

Features: Conductive, Crease Resistance, Excellent Flexibility, Excellent Substrate Adhesion, Fast Curing, Good Leveling Properties, Low VOC

Application Method: Flexography

Chemical Family: Silver & Silver Compounds

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Key Benefits
  • Fast curing at low temperatures ideal for reel to reel processing on PET film
  • Suitable for lower printing speeds of < 150 FPM
  • Improved leveling on film substrates at minimum press operational speeds
  • Excellent conductivity and thin cured film thicknesses for material cost savings
  • Good flexibility and crease resistance
  • Good adhesion to print-treated polyester films
  • Minimal VOCs
  • Easy cleanup with soap and water

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Coverage (anilox-dependent)100 - 600m²/kg
Density (wet)1.88g/ml
pH Value5.918 - 5.924
Printed Sheet Resistance (anilox- dependent)50 - 350mΩ/sq
Silver Content58 - 62wt%
Viscosity (1000 sec⁻¹)200 - 400cP
Viscosity (10 sec⁻¹)500-900cP
Volume Resistivity5 - 7μΩcm

Technical Details & Test Data

Typical Results
  • < 2 s cure times with IR heating
  • < 5 s cure times with conductive heating
  • 10-60 s cure times with 140°C convection (velocity dependent)
  • 80°C cures are possible with cure times > 3 minutes

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
8 Months
Storage Conditions
  • In a refrigerated environment of 2 - 9˚C, > 8 months (unopened container)
  • Refrigeration is recommended.