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Ceramic and glass pad printing

printinginternational — Mon, 06 May 2024 09:24:04 +0000

Glass and ceramics are not simple materials for printing. In order to ensure good adhesion and subsequent stability of the ink, a number of important factors must be taken into account: Cliché Thin steel clichés and nylon clichés can be used. We have developed a special type of nylon (photopolymer) nyp 25 C for ceramic printing. This nyp 25 C has been specially developed for multi-colour pad printing machines. The advantage of this system is...

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Can pad printing machines print with other fluids besides ink?

printinginternational — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:21:29 +0000

Indeed, pad printing has a versatile range of applications beyond ink markings. It can effectively transfer various substances such as conductive materials, lubricants, solder paste, wax, adhesive coatings, biomedical chemicals, and many others. The pad printer remains indifferent to the specific media being transferred as long as it fulfills a set of fundamental requirements: The viscosity should resemble that of pad printing inks. The material should exhibit cohesion, maintaining its shape without beading up when...

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Printing on silicone

printinginternational — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 08:57:38 +0000

Printing on silicone Printing on silicone can be challenging due to its smooth and non-porous surface. One common problem is that silicone is a material with low surface energy, making it difficult for ink to adhere. However, there are ways to ensure that the ink stays on the surface and doesn’t rub off. Use specialized silicone inks: There are inks on the market specifically developed for printing on silicone surfaces – you can find them...

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Pad printing vs Screen printing

printinginternational — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:58:42 +0000

Pad printing vs Screen printing Are you torn between pad printing and screen printing for your next project? Let us break it down for you! Pad printing offers precision and versatility, making it perfect for intricate designs and small, detailed printing. Plus, it can easily print on uneven or curved surfaces, giving you endless possibilities for your products. With pad printing, you can achieve vibrant colors and crisp, clean lines that are sure to make...

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Ink surface tension during the printing process

printinginternational — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:15:40 +0000

Ink surface tension Did you know that the surface tension of ink plays a crucial role in printing process? The surface tension of ink determines how well it will adhere to the printing pad and transfer onto the desired substrate. If the surface tension of the ink is higher than that of the product, the ink will contract instead of flow open. To make the product printable so that the ink can adhere better, pre-treatment...

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