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Printcolor Series 752 - Pad Printing Ink
Technical Information & APPLICATIONS

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Printcolor’s Series 752 Pad Printing Ink is a versatile ink system offering the option of 1-component or 2-component application. Known for its high opacity, silky-gloss finish, and outstanding chemical and abrasion resistance, Series 752 is designed to meet the demands of challenging substrates such as plastics, coated or painted metals, duroplastics, and wood. Its advanced formulation ensures consistent, vibrant, and precise results, making it an excellent choice for both technical and decorative applications.

Certified for use on automotive components, the Series 752 meets stringent interior and exterior industry specifications, making it ideal for printed parts in vehicles. Additionally, it is Class VI Medical grade certified, ensuring safe and reliable use on medical devices and components. The ink also performs exceptionally well on coated surfaces, promotional items, and technical parts, offering unmatched durability and quality.

With seamless compatibility across a broad range of substrates and auxiliary agents like thinners, accelerators, and hardeners, Series 752 delivers professional-quality results for manufacturers in industries ranging from automotive and medical to promotional and industrial printing. Whether printing bold graphics on coated metals or intricate designs on plastics, Printcolor’s Series 752 Pad Printing Ink provides the performance, reliability, and versatility required for modern printing challenges.


Printcolor Series 752 - MADE IN SWITZERLAND

Two Component Pad Printing Ink for Glass, Metals and Duroplastics

The Printcolor Series 752 is a versatile pad printing ink system available in both 1-component and 2-component configurations. With a silky-gloss finish and highly opaque formulation, it is engineered to provide exceptional resistance to chemicals and abrasion, making it ideal for challenging substrates like plastics, coated or painted metals, duroplastics, and wood. Certified for automotive interior and exterior applications and meeting Class VI Medical grade standards, Series 752 ensures compliance with stringent industry requirements. This adaptable ink delivers vibrant, long-lasting results across a wide range of applications, including automotive components, promotional items, coated products, and technical parts. Its superior durability and reliable adhesion make it a trusted choice for both decorative designs and demanding technical printing tasks. Whether for bold branding on coated surfaces or intricate detailing on industrial components, Series 752 offers unmatched performance and versatility to meet modern printing demands.

Recommended Substrates

Substrate Rating Hints
ABS, SAN, Copolymers ★★★★★
Acrylic Glass (Casted PMMA) ★★★★
Coated Surfaces / Powder Coatings ★★★★
Duroplasts ★★★★
Metal Detailed pre-tests required
PET-A ★★★★
PET-G / PET-GAG ★★★★
Polyamide (PA) ★★★★
Polycarbonate (PC) ★★★★★
Polyester, Non Pre-Treated ★★★
Polyethylene, Pre-Treated (PE) ★★★★
Polypropylene, Non Pre-Treated (PP) ★★★ Addition of Series 700-PP (20% by weight) required
Polypropylene, Pre-Treated (PP) ★★★★
Polystyrene (PS), Glossy ★★★★
Polystyrene (PS), Injection-Molded Parts of Acrylic Glass ★★★★
Polystyrene (PS), Mat ★★★★
Rigid PVC ★★★★★
Soft PVC ★★★

Legend: ★★★★★ Very well suited | ★★★ Detailed pre-tests necessary

 Resistance Characteristics

Feature Rating Hints
Abrasion Resistance ★★★★★
Alcohol and Gasoline Resistance ★★★ Improvement by use of Series 700-HDI (20% by weight)
Drying ★★★★
Flexibility ★★★★
Gloss ★★★★ Silky glossy
Light Fastness ★★★★
Pigmentation ★★★★★
Resistance to Hand Sweat ★★★★ Improvement by use of Series 700-HDI (20% by weight)
Temperature Resistance ★★★
Water Resistance ★★★★ Improvement by use of Series 700-HDI (20% by weight)
Weather Resistance ★★★★ Improvement by use of Series 700-HDA (20% by weight)

Legend: ★★★★★ Very good product properties | ★★★ Requires pre-tests | ★ Properties not available

Product Range (MS Basic Colors)

Article Color Type
752-1005 MS Light Yellow HP
752-1005/HD MS Light Yellow (High Opaque) HP, HD
752-1105 MS Medium Yellow HP
752-1205 MS Dark Yellow HP
752-2005 MS Orange HP
752-3005 MS Red HP
752-3005/HD MS Red (High Opaque) HP, HD
752-3105 MS Magenta Red HP
752-3305 MS Magenta HP
752-4005 MS Violet HP
752-5005 MS Blue HP
752-5005/HD MS Blue (High Opaque) HP, HD
752-6005 MS Green HP
752-6005/HD MS Green (High Opaque) HP, HD
752-8005 MS Black HP
752-9005 MS White HP, HD

HP: High Pigmented  HD: High Opaque

 Other Colors (Metallic, Medical & More)

Article Color Type
ST Colors ST Color Chart
ST Metallics ST Metallics Chart
ST Neon Colors ST Neon Chart
Special Colors Pantone®, HKS, RAL, and after customer sample
752-00 ST White
752-00/HD ST White, Highly Opaque
752-04 Transparent Paste
752-05 ST Varnish
752-05/MT ST Varnish, Matte
752-06 Retarder Paste
752-33 ST Black
752-33/B ST Black, Intensive
752-8005/USP Black, Medical Class VI
752-9005/USP White, Medical Class VI


Auxiliaries
  • Thinner: Series 700-017 (15-30% by weight)
  • Retarder*: Series 700-018 (5-20% by weight)
  • Accelerator: Series 700-019 (15-30% by weight)
  • Accelerator (Fast): Series 700-041 (15-30% by weight)

Hardener

  • Series 700-HDI:
    • Application: Duroplasts / aluminum / sheet metals
    • Addition Ratio: 5:1
    • Reactivity: Medium reactivity from 15°C
    • Resistance Against Chemicals: Good
    • Outdoor Resistance: Not recommended
  • Series 700-HDA:
    • Application: Duroplasts / aluminum / sheet metals
    • Addition Ratio: 5:1
    • Reactivity: Higher reactivity from 20°C
    • Resistance Against Chemicals: Good
    • Outdoor Resistance: Good

Common Applications

  • Promotional Items: Custom-printed mugs, water bottles, and tumblers; branded keychains, pens, and USB drives; printed notebooks, clipboards, or tote bags.
  • Technical Components: Electronics housings (e.g., casings for remotes or control panels); automotive interior components like dashboard panels and control buttons; durable labels for industrial machinery or equipment.
  • Toys: Decorative prints on action figures, dolls, or playsets; safety markings or branding on educational toys; custom graphics on puzzles, board games, or ride-on toys.
  • Packaging: Logos and designs on luxury cosmetic containers; brand markings on food or beverage cartons; clear and vibrant graphics on retail packaging for electronics or toys.
  • Medical Supplies: Syringe markings and medical tool identifiers; branding or technical information on surgical instrument casings; printed designs on medical-grade packaging like bandages or wraps.

Curing

  • Recommended Curing: Curing of the ink system depends on the temperature, the used hardeners, and the layer thickness. A minimum temperature (see point “hardener”) over a period of 5 to 10 days must be guaranteed to reach maximum resistance. By increasing temperature, the ink film cures more quickly, and chemical resistance is reached sooner and higher.
  • Series 700-HDI: 5-7 days (at minimum temperature)
  • Series 700-HDA: 7 days (at minimum temperature)
  • Forced Drying: From 20 minutes at 140°C up to 60 minutes at 80°C

Processing

  • Drying: Drying of Series 752 depends on the layer thickness as well as on the substrate. Usual parameters are:
    • Air: Physically drying
    • Dryer: Oven, IR-dryer, or continuous dryer
  • Pot Life: MS colors and its blends have a pot life of 4-8 hours, depending on the hardeners used and environmental conditions. Metallic colors may have a significantly shorter pot life.
  • Cleaning: Use Neo-Solv 114

Special Features & Tips

  • Adhesion on Non-Pretreated PP: Adhesion can be improved by the addition of Series 700-PP (20% by weight). In this case, the ink must be used as a 2C ink.
  • Detail Reproduction and Printability: Series 752 convinces with excellent detail reproduction and printability.

For the full technical document, please refer to the Technical Data Sheet.