USL Ink Series

TECHNICAL LITERAURE

USL Ink Series

USL Ink series is NC  based Gravure/Lamination ink. USL has an excellent printability on BOPP & PET and a very good color reproduction.

PRINTING: Rotogravure.

APPLICATION: This ink is specially designed for Confectioneries and other packaging jobs except snacks. It is suitable for solvent base and solvent less Lamination.

Direct contact of heated jaws is not recommended.

SUBSTRATES: Corona treated OPP films (treatment not less than 38dynes /    cm)

 Corona treated or chemical treated PET (treatment not less      than 48 dynes/cm

For printing on other substrates not mentioned above please contact with representative of EASTLAND INK.

Characteristics:

    • low solvent retention and suitable for food packaging.
    • Odor level is good. In correct application conditions (Curing and ventilation in Machine), It can be used between 2-4mg/sqm.
    • Excellent ink transfer and colour reproduction.
    • Excellent bonding strength in various lamination systems.

 

PRESS CONDITION: Machine Speed = 60-250 m/min

Machine Temp. = 50 – 60°C (For colour)

 65 – 80°C (For white)

REDUCERS:  Reducers used for USL Ink series is mentioned below.

NPOH/Ethanol/IPA: Ethyl Acetate (1:1) Gravure Process.

Ethoxy Propanol acts as retarder even if 3:1 Blend of solvent is too fast. However, it should not be used more than 5%. For any problem during printing please contact with representative of EASTLAND INKS.

Color range:  USL ink series is available in wide variety of color   range. However on demand special colors can be developed. Pigments used have good light fastness, however extensive exposure of direct sunlight is not recommended. For requirement of such characteristics kindly consult our Representative.

Important Note:  Information’s given above are based on experience at Machines and after necessary laboratory testing. However, the product’s performance and its suitability for the customer’s purchase depend on the particular conditions of use and the material being printed. We recommend that customer satisfy themselves that each product meets their requirements in all respects before commencing a print run. Since we cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which our products are used, it is not possible to guarantee their performance. We would point out that the information contained in this leaflet is only a recommendation, and may need to be altered to suit the conditions and efficiency of the equipment employed.

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