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COMEC ITALIA PLT20

COMEC ITALIA PLT20 is used as polypropylene and plastic materials in general.

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Painted Surfaces, Plastics, Polypropylene (PP)

Features: Alcohol Resistant, Excellent Mechanical Strength, Fast Drying

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Identification & Functionality

Product Type
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Additives
  • PLA thinner.
  • PLB fast thinner.
  • PLD retardant.
  • PPLD retardant paste.
  • PLT20/70 transparent base.
  • PP2 adhesion promoter.

Features & Benefits

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Features

Mono-component ink with brilliant finish and quick drying. Non-toxic ink (NT) conforms to European regulations EN 71/part 3 and European Directive 2011/65/EC (RoHS 2). Average resistance to alcohol and hands sweat (to check on the object to be printed). Good mechanical resistance.

Applications & Uses

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Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Processing

PROCESSING

Mix and strongly dilute the ink by using the PLA thinner in the measure of max. 10-20%. When printing fine details or screened images (e.g. 80/120 lines per cm^2) in warm environments, we recommend you add the PLD retardant in a minimum percentage.

CAUTION!

Excessive dilution generates a loss of the covering power, smudges and an imperfect detachment of the ink from the pad. An insufficient dilution causes problems of drawing the ink from the cliché, printing repeatability and dripping of the ink with a consequent decline of the printing quality.

DRYING AND HARDENING

The drying time lasts between 15 and 20 minutes at an ambient temperature of about 20°C. If you would like it to dry in only a few time, you can use hot air circulation ovens (60-80°C) or high temperature spot devices (air or infrared rays) that can be installed on the piece feeding systems (e.g. rotary tables, conveyors, etc.). The ink is completely hardened after 24 hours.

Packaging & Availability

Colour Range

Consult the COMEC ITALIA color chart. All of the color shades can be mixed with each other. Upon request:

  • special sample colors
  • metallic gold and silver shades ready for use. 

Storage & Handling

Preservation
  • Lifetime of about 2 years (1 year if metallic).
  • Conditions for preservation: the package must be sealed tight and put in a dry and cool space.