May 2019 - Screen Print World

When coating screens the emulsion drips, why is that?

May 20, 2019/in Blog

Can I Cure Inks With a Flash Cure Unit?

May 16, 2019/in Blog

It is not recommended that you use a flash dryer to cure your prints, you might be able to get the ink hot enough.

By using a flash cure unit you could easily overheat the top of the ink yet under cure the rest. You will be at risk of also potentially burning the unprinted area of the garment due to no movement and direct intense heat. To ensure a proper cure we highly recommended you use a temperature gun to monitor ink temperature.

At What Temperature Do Inks Cure?

May 14, 2019/in Blog

The answer is … when the entire ink reaches its specified cure temperature.

We understand that can be vague. On average, the curing temperature is around 160°C. However the temperature will be dependant on the type of ink you are using., you will need to check the technical data sheets for the specific ink. Specialised inks may have a different curing temperature, for example, a low-temperature ink will actually cure at around 130°C.

Time is also a key factor, depending on the ink. Waterbased ink will need to sit at that temperature for a longer period of time to evaporate the water.

If you have any questions regarding our range of inks give us a call on 01562 829009 or drop us an email to peter@screenprintworld.co.uk