Printcolor Series 752 - Pad Printing Ink
Technical Information & APPLICATIONS
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
One or 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.