Letterflex/Flexo

Letterflex/Flexo

EPFLX- LETTERFLEX/FLEXO INK (GARMENT LABEL INK)
Description
  • Non Hazardous solvent based Thermoset ink paste.
  • Highly wash resistant ink for Printed Fabric Labels (PFL)
  • Single pack Ink (2-pack Upgrade available)
  • Conforms to garment manufacturer requirements
Suitable Substrates
Polyester Satin Polyester Taffeta Polyester Taffeta Acetate Satin
Coated Nylon Taffeta (PU & Acrylic) 100% Cotton Polycotton
Polyurethane Organza Tyvek

Substrates to be printed must be tested for suitability with the EPIC FLEXO (EPFLX-) ink prior to production.

Suitable Machinery

Letterflex machinery also known as Flexo, Rotary Flexo. We will ask for brand name and model to ensure suitability prior to sampling or supplying EPFLX-Inks.

Why Choose

Benefits

EPFLX- inks have been formulated to produce durable and wash resistant Printed Fabric Labels (PFL) SGS Wash Resistance up to 90°C (colour dependant) AATCC 8 Wet / Dry Rub properties

SGS Wash Resistance up to 90°C (colour dependant) AATCC 8 Wet / Dry Rub properties
Dry Cleanable (colour dependant) V.O.C. Free
OEKOTEX 100 Class 1 certified (printed onto Polyester Satin) ENZYME washable as single pack ink
Excellent Cut & Fold properties C15 (M&S) standard wash (two pack)
Will meet AATCC61 wash standards Conforms to most Restricted Substance Lists

Supported documents, reports and certificates can be provided for above on request.

Usage Single Pack Ink

  • EPFLX- ink is supplied single-pack and ready to use, but should be thoroughly mixed prior to use
  • Place the ink into the ink duct on the machine, adjust machine settings and commence printing.
  • If ink is too thick add up-to 20% EPFLX-REDUCER
  • If ink is drying too quickly add up-to 5% EPFLX-RETARDER
  • If ink is drying too slowly add up-to 5% EPFLX-ACCELERATOR
  • Heat cure printed fabric/substrate roll for 125 Celsius for 3-4 hours. Taffeta’s can be heat cured at 90 Celsius for 3-4 hours due to fabric stability. Heat cure in a thermostatically controlled oven with adequate ventilation & extraction.

Usage Two Pack Ink (Increased resistances)

  • Add 10% EPFLX-HARDENER to desired ink to be used for production and mix well
  • Place the ink into the ink duct on the machine, adjust machine settings and commence printing.
  • If ink is too thick add up-to 20% EPFLX-REDUCER
  • If ink is drying too quickly add up-to 5% EPFLX-RETARDER
  • If ink is drying too slowly add up-to 5% EPFLX-ACCELERATOR
  • Heat cure printed fabric/substrate roll for 125 Celsius for 3-4 Hours. Taffeta’s can be heat cured at 90 Celsius for 3-4 hours due to fabric stability. Heat cure in a thermostatically controlled oven with adequate ventilation & extraction.
  • Where no heat curing is possibly/available, Printed Fabric Label can be stored at room temperature for 14 days to achieve 75% resistance of the ‘cured’ Printed Fabric Labels.
  • The pot-life of the ink will be 2 - 6 hours dependant on temperature and humidity levels. It is of upmost importance that the machine parts e.g. Anilox Roller, Polymer plates etc as thoroughly cleaned after use with EPFLX-CLEANER as the two-pack ink will irreversibly harden.
Anilox Roller Guidance:
Fine text and process work 180 -200 lines per inch (72 - 80 lines per cm)
Large text, metallics and optimum opacity 100 -165 lines per inch (40 - 66 lines per cm)
Metallic Silver:

To obtain optimum durability, the Metallic Silver (EPFLX-SILVER-877C) must be used as a two pack ink system e.g. EPFLX-SILVER-877C + 10% EPFLX-HARDENER

Shelf Life:

Minimum of 24 months when product is stored between 5 – 25 Celsius and out of direct sunlight. In reality the only issue after or prior to 24 months will be solvent loss so EPFLX-REDUCER can be added at your desired amount.

EPFLX-HARDENER has a 12 month shelf life, this product is reactive to moisture, we recommend sealing the bottle/container immediately after use to prevent excessive airborne moisture from contacting the product.