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Swiss-made ink systems for industrial production
Industrial Screen Printing Inks from Printcolor
UV-curable, solvent-based, water-based, and specialty screen printing inks engineered for plastics, glass, metal, packaging, textiles, rubber, and technical components.
Swiss Manufacturing
Printcolor ink technology produced in Switzerland
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Controlled manufacturing and batch consistency
North American Support
Application testing, color matching, and technical guidance
North American Ink Expertise
Printcolor screen printing ink systems backed by application testing and technical support.
Deco Technology Group is the exclusive North American distributor for Swiss-made Printcolor screen printing inks, including UV-curable, solvent-based, water-based, and specialty coating systems. These industrial inks are used on plastics, glass, metal, bottles, tubes, packaging, rubber, textiles, and technical components for medical device, automotive, electronics, appliance, cosmetic packaging, and general industrial applications. Deco Tech provides in-house application testing, custom color matching, and technical support.
Find the Right Industrial Screen Printing Ink by Substrate
Choose the exact substrate in the filter panel to rank matching series by the official TDS suitability rating. Refine the results by material family, technology, performance requirement, or production application.
420
Water-Based
Water-Based Screen Printing Ink for Paper, PVC & Leather
Low-odor water-based screen printing ink for paper, cardboard, matte rigid PVC, PVC films, Tyvek, uncoated wood, leather, and synthetic leather.
Best-fit substrates
Paper and cardboard, matte rigid PVC, PVC films, Tyvek, wood, leather
Water-BasedLow OdorFlexible Ink FilmWeather Resistant
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537
UV-Curable
High-Speed UV Screen Printing Ink for PE & PP Containers
High-reactivity UV screen printing ink for pretreated polyethylene and polypropylene bottles, tubes, cartridges, and containers running at high production speeds.
Best-fit substrates
Pretreated polyethylene and polypropylene containers
High-Speed UVHigh GlossChemical ResistantContainer Printing
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540
UV-Curable
UV Screen Printing Ink for Indoor Glass & Metal
Silky-gloss UV screen printing ink for flat glass, mirrors, metal cover plates, indoor signs, gaming panels, appliance fronts, and decorative components.
Best-fit substrates
Indoor flat glass and metal panels
Glass & MetalIndoor UVHigh PigmentationSilky Gloss
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552
UV-Curable
Series 552 UVplast – High-Gloss UV Screen Printing Ink for Plastics & Packaging
Printcolor Series 552 UVplast is a broad-use UV screen printing ink for polycarbonate, PET-G, primed polyester, Tritan, labels, films, bottles, tubes, paper, and coated materials.
Best-fit substrates
PC, PET-G, primed polyester, Tritan, labels, films, bottles, and tubes
High-Gloss UVChemical ResistantLow-Viscosity OptionHigh-Speed Printing
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560
UV-Curable
Universal UV Screen Printing Ink for Paper & Plastics
Universal silky-gloss UV screen printing ink for coated films, paper, cardboard, PET-G, pretreated polypropylene, polystyrene, PVC films, displays, and signs.
Best-fit substrates
Coated films, paper and cardboard, PET-G, pretreated PP, matte PS, PVC films
Universal UVPaper & PlasticsFlexible Ink FilmGraphic Printing
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567
UV-Curable
High-Gloss UV Screen Printing Ink for Rigid Plastics
High-gloss UV screen printing ink for rigid PVC, polystyrene, Tritan, labels, signs, cover plates, promotional materials, hollow parts, and selected coated surfaces.
Best-fit substrates
Rigid PVC, polystyrene, Tritan, labels, signs, and rigid plastic parts
High-Gloss UVBlock ResistantAbrasion ResistantOutdoor Capable
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640
2-Component Solvent
2-Component Solvent Screen Printing Ink for Metal & Plastics
Highly resistant two-component solvent screen printing ink for ABS, coated metal, pretreated PE, PP and PA, polyester, Tritan, composites, signs, and technical parts.
Best-fit substrates
ABS, coated metal, pretreated PE / PP / PA, primed polyester, Tritan, composites
2-Component SolventChemical ResistantOutdoor ResistantHigh Temperature
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660
Flexible 1C / 2C Solvent
Flexible Screen Printing Ink for Rubber, Textiles & PU
Highly flexible solvent screen printing ink for synthetic fabrics, polyurethane, TPE, rubber, soft-touch surfaces, canopies, sails, and flexible industrial products.
Best-fit substrates
Synthetic fabrics, polyurethane, TPE, rubber, and soft-touch surfaces
Highly Flexible1C or 2C SolventWater ResistantTextiles & Rubber
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800
Specialty Solvent Coating
Flexible PVC Tarpaulin Coating for Banners & Inflatables
Specialty solvent coating for roll, brush, or spray application on PVC tarpaulins, truck curtains, promotional banners, inflatables, and flexible outdoor structures.
Best-fit substrates
PVC tarpaulins, truck curtains, banners, and inflatables
PVC TarpaulinsRoll / Brush / SprayHighly FlexibleWeather Resistant
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Ink, mesh, curing, and process recommendations
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SDS and available technical documentation
Technical Support
From lab evaluation through production troubleshooting
Applications & Industries
Industrial Ink Systems Matched to the Part and Production Process
Ink selection starts with the exact substrate, surface condition, required finish, curing method, production speed, and chemical or abrasion exposure. The categories below represent common applications, but final suitability should be confirmed on the actual part.
Plastic Parts & ComponentsRigid and semi-flexible molded substrates
Glass & Decorative PanelsDisplays, backlit panels, and glass interfaces
Metal & Appliance FrontsControl panels, housings, trim, and nameplates
Bottles, Tubes & ContainersCosmetic, personal-care, and industrial packaging
Packaging, Labels & DecalsPaper, board, film, and pressure-sensitive stock
Rubber, Textiles & LeatherFlexible, stretchable, and soft-touch surfaces
Industrial EquipmentDurable markings, safety graphics, and controls
Automotive & ElectronicsInterior trim, bezels, overlays, and housings
Technical Performance
Screen Printing Ink Performance Options
Compare Printcolor formulations for chemical-resistant screen printing, high-gloss and silky-gloss finishes, fine-detail reproduction, fast UV curing, adhesion to difficult substrates, and outdoor durability.
Chemical ResistanceSystems for harsh cleaners and industrial exposure
Gloss OptionsHigh-gloss and silky or semi-gloss finishes
Fine DetailSharp image definition and solid-area coverage
Fast CuringUV systems for efficient industrial production
Strong AdhesionOptions for plastics, metals, glass, and more
Outdoor DurabilityWeather and abrasion-resistant formulations
Detailed Ink Series Guide
Official Substrate, Property & Processing Data by Series
Each section below has been rebuilt from the corresponding Printcolor technical data sheet. Open a series to review every listed substrate rating, property rating, processing snapshot, revision date, and direct TDS download.
The series rows below are clickable. Select any row to expand its complete substrate table, properties, processing guidance, and TDS links.
420 Water-Based Ink for Plastics, Paper & Flexible Materials Water-Based · Official TDS revision January 8, 2025
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
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A low-odor, water-based screen printing ink for durable decoration of plastics, paper, cardboard, uncoated wood, Tyvek, leather, and synthetic leather. It is positioned for graphic work such as point-of-sale displays, stickers, and leather patches.
Common applications
- Point-of-sale displays
- Stickers and graphic labels
- Paper and cardboard decoration
- Leather and synthetic-leather patches
Key technical characteristics
- Machine-washable resistant binder system
- PFAS-free and CMR-free
- REACH / SVHC and MOSH / MOAH positioning
- Mixing system and process colors available
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid PVC, matte | ★★★★★ | |
| Uncoated wood | ★★★★★ | |
| Paper and cardboard | ★★★★★ | |
| PVC self-adhesive films | ★★★★★ | |
| Tyvek | ★★★★★ | |
| Matte Styrofoam / polystyrene | ★★★★☆ | |
| Leather and synthetic leather | ★★★★★ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Flexibility | ★★★★★ | |
| Gloss | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★★ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to marking | ★★★★☆ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Screen openness | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Temperature resistance | ||
| Drying | ★★★★★ | |
| Moldability | ||
| Weather resistance | ★★★★☆ |
Processing snapshot
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Mesh
Commercial screen-printing meshes; use water-resistant stencils.
Drying
Air dry at 20 °C and 50% RH; overprintable in 10-15 minutes.
Forced drying
Recommended dryer temperature 40-60 °C; stackable in approximately 30-60 seconds.
Thinning
Tap water at approximately 10% by weight, or specified Series 400 / 460 thinner as needed.
Productivity
Approximately 45-65 m²/kg with 10% thinner and mesh 120.34.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
537 High-Speed UV Ink for Plastic Containers UV-Curable · Official TDS revision November 17, 2025
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
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A highly reactive, high-gloss UV ink developed for three-dimensional container printing. It is designed for high-speed machines, fine detail, reverse type, solid-area coverage, and demanding mechanical and chemical resistance.
Common applications
- Cartridges
- Pretreated polyethylene containers
- Pretreated polypropylene containers
- Cosmetic and industrial packaging
Key technical characteristics
- Designed for more than 100 prints per minute
- Fine details, reverse type, and full-area printing
- Chemical resistance improves through 24-hour post-cure
- Excellent mechanical resistance and opacity
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Pretreated polyethylene (PE) | ★★★★★ | |
| Pretreated polypropylene (PP) | ★★★★★ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ||
| Flexibility | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Gloss | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★★ | |
| Curing | ★★★★★ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Screen openness | ||
| Temperature resistance | ||
| Moldability | ||
| Water resistance | ★★★★★ |
Processing snapshot
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Mesh
Fine polyester mesh; typically 180 threads/cm. The TDS describes opacity with 180-200 threads/cm.
UV energy
Approximately 100-150 mJ/cm² with mesh 180.31 on a white substrate.
Additives
Ready to print; Series 500-017 thinner or 500-GL may be used at 5% in exceptional cases.
Overprinting
Overprintability is guaranteed within 24 hours and is suited to inline printing.
Delivery
5 kg and 20 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
540 UV Ink for Indoor Glass & Metal Printing UV-Curable · Official TDS revision January 2, 2018
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
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A silky-gloss UV screen printing ink for indoor decoration of flat glass and metal. Typical uses include slot machines, mirrors, glass furniture, metal cover plates, and signs.
Common applications
- Slot-machine and gaming panels
- Mirrors and glass furniture
- Metal cover plates
- Indoor signs and decorative panels
Key technical characteristics
- Very well suited to flat glass and metal
- High-pigment mixing system
- Transparent, thermoresistant, and lightfast color options
- Additives available for adhesion and resistance
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Glass | ★★★★★ | |
| Metal | ★★★★★ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ||
| Flexibility | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Gloss | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★☆ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Screen openness | ||
| Temperature resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Curing | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Moldability | ||
| Water resistance | ||
| Weather resistance | ★★☆☆☆ |
Processing snapshot
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Mesh
Polyester mesh from 150 to 180 threads/cm.
UV energy
Approximately 800-1000 mJ/cm² with mesh 150.31 on a white substrate.
Additives
Series 500-017 thinner up to 5%; 500-GL hardener at 5%; 500-HV adhesion additive at 3-5%.
Layer build
For multilayer printing, cure the first layers with no more than 70% of the required energy.
Productivity
Approximately 75-95 m²/kg with mesh 150.31.
Delivery
5 kg and 20 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
552 Series 552 UVplast – High-Gloss UV Ink for Plastics, Coatings & Paper UV-Curable · Official TDS revision May 22, 2026
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
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Printcolor Series 552 UVplast is a high-gloss UV ink for functional and decorative printing on plastics, coatings, and papers. The cured film is flexible, chemically resistant, block resistant, and suitable for medium-term outdoor use.
Common applications
- Signs, panels, and displays
- Promotional items and labels
- Hollow containers and tubes
- Rotary screen and high-speed cylinder printing
Key technical characteristics
- No NVC / VCL, ACMO, or BPA
- REACH / SVHC and EuPIA positioning
- Standard and low-viscosity versions
- Process colors, metallics, and custom colors
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Rolled / concentrated paper and cardboard | ★★★★★ | |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | ★★★★★ | |
| PET-G / PET-GAG | ★★★★★ | |
| Primed polyester | ★★★★★ | |
| Tritan copolyester | ★★★★★ | |
| Rigid PVC | ★★★★☆ | |
| Uncoated paper and cardboard | ★★★★☆ | |
| Injection-molded PMMA / acrylic | ★★★★☆ | |
| Pigmented polyolefin films | ★★★★☆ | |
| Matte polystyrene (PS) | ★★★★☆ | |
| Glossy polystyrene (PS) | ★★★★☆ | |
| Composite materials | ★★★★☆ | |
| Soft-PVC self-adhesive films | ★★★★☆ | |
| Decorative glass | ★★★☆☆ | |
| PET-A | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Offset-printed paper / cardboard | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Pretreated polypropylene (PP) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Flexibility | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Gloss | ★★★★☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★★ | |
| Curing | ★★★★★ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Temperature resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Overprintability | ★★★★★ | |
| Moldability | ★☆☆☆☆ | |
| Water resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Weather resistance | ★★★★☆ |
Processing snapshot
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Mesh
Polyester mesh from 120 to 180 threads/cm; 150 or 165 threads/cm is typical.
UV energy
Approximately 250-350 mJ/cm² with mesh 150.31 on a white substrate.
High-speed additive
Series 500-036 up to 10% for high-speed hollow-part and tube printing.
Glass / aluminum
Series 500-GL up to 5% can improve resistance on pretreated glass and untreated aluminum.
Low-viscosity version
Series 552-LV is intended for rotary screen and high-speed cylinder printing.
Productivity
Approximately 70-90 m²/kg; opaque white approximately 65-70 m²/kg.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 20 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
560 Universal UV Ink for Plastics, Paper & Board UV-Curable · Official TDS revision February 9, 2018
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
Download Series 560 TDS
A silky-gloss UV ink for broad use on plastics, paper, cardboard, coated films, and graphic substrates. The cured ink film offers good flexibility and is intended for stickers, displays, posters, signs, and print finishing.
Common applications
- Stickers, displays, and posters
- Paper and cardboard print finishing
- Signs and promotional materials
- Coated-film and graphic applications
Key technical characteristics
- Broad graphic and industrial substrate range
- Good flexibility
- High-pigment mixing system
- Process, metallic, neon, and luminescent options
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Primed / coated films | ★★★★☆ | |
| Offset-printed paper / cardboard | ★★★★☆ | |
| Paper and cardboard | ★★★★☆ | |
| PET-G / PET-GAG | ★★★★☆ | |
| Pretreated polypropylene (PP) | ★★★★☆ | |
| Matte polystyrene (PS) | ★★★★☆ | |
| Soft-PVC self-adhesive films | ★★★★☆ | |
| ABS / SAN | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Rigid PVC | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Foamed rigid PVC | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Uncoated wood | ★★★☆☆ | |
| OPP laminate | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Primed polyester | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Injection-molded PS / acrylic parts | ★★★☆☆ | |
| PET-A | ★☆☆☆☆ | |
| Untreated polypropylene (PP) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Block resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Flexibility | ★★★★☆ | |
| Gloss | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★☆ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Screen openness | ||
| Temperature resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Curing | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Moldability | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Water resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Weather resistance | ★★★☆☆ |
Processing snapshot
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Mesh
Polyester mesh from 150 to 165 threads/cm.
UV energy
Approximately 350-450 mJ/cm² with mesh 150.31 on a white substrate.
Post-cure
The TDS describes Series 560 as a post-curing UV system with approximately 24 hours of development.
Additive
Series 500-017 thinner, maximum 5% by weight.
Productivity
Approximately 75-95 m²/kg with mesh 150.31.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 20 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
567 High-Gloss UV Ink for Rigid Plastics & Coatings UV-Curable · Official TDS revision January 26, 2026
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
Download Series 567 TDS
A highly glossy UV ink for functional and decorative printing on plastics and coated surfaces. The cured film is block resistant and intended for labels, signs, promotional materials, hollow parts, and tubes.
Common applications
- Signs and cover plates
- Displays and promotional materials
- Labels
- Hollow parts and tubes
Key technical characteristics
- Excellent adhesive and block resistance
- High gloss and high pigmentation
- Very strong abrasion and water resistance
- UV relief varnish and photoprotective varnish options
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Rigid PVC | ★★★★☆ | |
| Injection-molded PS / acrylic parts | ★★★★☆ | |
| Matte polystyrene (PS) | ★★★★☆ | |
| Tritan copolyester | ★★★★☆ | |
| ABS / SAN | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Primed / coated films | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Uncoated wood | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Coated surfaces / powder coatings | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Paper and cardboard | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Offset-printed paper / cardboard | ★★★☆☆ | |
| PET-G / PET-GAG | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Primed polyester | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Glossy polystyrene (PS) | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Soft-PVC self-adhesive films | ★★★☆☆ | |
| PET-A | ★☆☆☆☆ | |
| Composite materials | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ★★★★★ | |
| Block resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Flexibility | ★★☆☆☆ | |
| Gloss | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★★ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Screen openness | ||
| Temperature resistance | ||
| Curing | ★★★★☆ | |
| Moldability | ||
| Water resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Weather resistance | ★★★★☆ |
Processing snapshot
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testing
Mesh
Polyester mesh from 150 to 165 threads/cm.
UV energy
Approximately 250-350 mJ/cm² with mesh 150.31 on a white substrate.
Additive
Series 500-017 thinner, maximum 5% by weight.
Soft materials
Limit the print build to a maximum of two layers.
Productivity
Approximately 75-95 m²/kg with mesh 150.31.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 20 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
640 Highly Resistant 2C Ink for Metals & Plastics 2-Component Solvent · Official TDS revision April 4, 2023
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
Download Series 640 TDS
A highly pigmented, outdoor-resistant, two-component solvent ink for demanding metal and plastic applications. It combines gloss, opacity, chemical resistance, weather resistance, fast surface drying, and high temperature resistance.
Common applications
- Signs and wayfinding systems
- Beer and bottle crates
- Metal and plastic cover plates
- Technical components and protective coatings
- Highly resistant film stickers
Key technical characteristics
- Very high opacity and gloss
- Excellent chemical and abrasion resistance
- Outdoor-resistant and thermostable color options
- Separate silicone-free Series 640 version is available
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| ABS / SAN | ★★★★★ | |
| Coated surfaces / powder coatings | ★★★★★ | |
| Pretreated polyamide (PA) | ★★★★★ | |
| Primed polyester | ★★★★★ | |
| Pretreated polyethylene (PE) | ★★★★★ | |
| Pretreated polypropylene (PP) | ★★★★★ | |
| Tritan copolyester | ★★★★★ | |
| Composite materials | ★★★★★ | |
| Metal | ★★★★☆ | |
| Non-pretreated polyester | ★★★★☆ | |
| Uncoated wood | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | ★★★☆☆ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ||
| Flexibility | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Gloss | ★★★★☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★★ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Screen openness | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Temperature resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Drying | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Moldability | ★☆☆☆☆ | |
| Water resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Weather resistance | ★★★★☆ |
Processing snapshot
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testing
Thinner / retarder
Series 600-017 at 10-20%; Series 600-018 at 5-15%.
Hardener
Series 600-HDA, HDS, or HDI at a 4:1 ink-to-hardener ratio.
Cure
Approximately 7 days with HDA, 10 days with HDS, or 5-7 days with HDI at the stated minimum temperature.
Forced drying
Approximately 30 minutes at 120 °C.
Pot life
Approximately 6-8 hours; metallic colors may be shorter.
Productivity
Approximately 45-65 m²/kg with mesh 120.34.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
660 Highly Flexible Ink for Fabrics, PU, Rubber & Leather Flexible 1C / 2C Solvent · Official TDS revision August 26, 2019
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Download Series 660 TDS
A silky-gloss, highly flexible solvent ink that can be processed as a one- or two-component system. It is intended for synthetic fabrics, polyurethane, TPE, rubber, leather goods, soft-touch surfaces, and flexible products.
Common applications
- Umbrellas and parasols
- Canopies, sun blinds, and sails
- Leather goods and promotional products
- Soft-touch surfaces
- Flame-treated silicone hoses after testing
Key technical characteristics
- Extremely flexible ink film
- Can be processed as 1C or 2C
- Excellent water resistance and screen openness
- Special additive available for rough or absorbent materials
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Synthetic fabrics | ★★★★★ | |
| Polyurethane (PU) | ★★★★☆ | |
| TPE / rubber | ★★★★☆ | |
| Soft-touch surfaces | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Silicone | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ||
| Flexibility | ★★★★★ | |
| Gloss | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★☆ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★☆ | |
| Abrasion resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Screen openness | ★★★★★ | |
| Temperature resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Drying | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Moldability | ||
| Water resistance | ★★★★★ | |
| Weather resistance | ★★★★☆ |
Processing snapshot
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Thinner / retarder
Series 600-017 at 10-20%; Series 600-018 at 5-15%.
Hardener
Series 600-HDA or 600-HDI at a 10:1 ink-to-hardener ratio.
Cure
Approximately 7 days with HDA or 5 days with HDI at the stated minimum temperature.
Forced drying
Approximately 20 minutes at 140 °C.
Pot life
Approximately 4-8 hours; metallic colors may be shorter.
Special note
The flexible binder cures more slowly; HDI can shorten cure for indoor use.
Productivity
Approximately 45-65 m²/kg with mesh 120.34.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
800 Flexible Coating for PVC Tarpaulins & Inflatables Specialty Solvent Coating · Official TDS revision September 15, 2021
Reviewed against the official Printcolor technical data sheet
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A highly opaque, silky-gloss solvent coating for rolling, painting, and spraying on PVC tarpaulins. The finished film remains flexible, resists plasticizers, and is intended for truck tarps, banners, and inflatables.
Common applications
- Truck tarpaulins
- Promotional banners
- Inflatables and bouncy castles
- Flexible outdoor PVC structures
Key technical characteristics
- For rolling, painting, and spraying rather than conventional screen printing
- Permanent flexibility and plasticizer resistance
- Outdoor-resistant color system
- Additional binder can increase flexibility
Recommended substrates
Printcolor suitability rating from the official TDS| Substrate | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| PVC tarpaulins | ★★★★★ |
Properties and characteristics
Relative rating stated in the official TDS| Property | Rating | Technical note |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol and gasoline resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Resistance to adhesives | ||
| Block resistance | ★★★★☆ | |
| Flexibility | ★★★★★ | |
| Gloss | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Resistance to hand sweat | ★★★★☆ | |
| Lightfastness | ★★★★★ | |
| Resistance to marking | ★★★★☆ | |
| Pigmentation | ★★★★★ | |
| Temperature resistance | ★★★☆☆ | |
| Drying | ★★★★☆ | |
| Weather resistance | ★★★★★ |
Processing snapshot
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Application
Roll, brush / paint, or spray application.
Thinning
Series 800-743 for rolling / painting or Series 800-377 for spraying, typically 20-40%.
Drying
Physically fast drying at approximately 20 °C and 50% relative humidity.
Additional flexibility
Series 800-07 binder at approximately 5-10% if needed.
Productivity
Approximately 10-15 m²/kg.
Delivery
1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg containers.
Material grades, pigments, additives, coatings, pretreatment, mesh, film thickness, curing or drying conditions, and service exposure can change the result. Test the complete production process on the actual part before approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Screen Printing Ink Selection FAQ
What is the difference between UV-curable, solvent-based, and water-based screen printing inks?
UV inks cure when exposed to the correct UV energy and are often
selected for fast production. Solvent inks dry as solvents evaporate
and can offer strong flexibility or chemical resistance. Water-based
systems use an aqueous carrier and may be preferred for paper,
packaging, lower-odor processing, or specific sustainability goals.
Which Printcolor series should I consider for plastic bottles or tubes?
Series 537, 552, 560, and 567 cover different plastic-container and
packaging requirements. The correct choice depends on the resin,
pretreatment, print method, curing equipment, finish, resistance
requirements, and production speed.
Which ink is intended for glass or metal panels?
Series 540 is the primary UV system on this page for glass and metal
panels. Series 640 is a solvent-based alternative for metal and rigid
plastics where a two-component system and long-term resistance are required.
Can Deco Tech match a Pantone or customer-supplied color?
Yes. Deco Tech provides custom color matching for Printcolor inks
using Pantone references, physical color standards, or customer
samples. The substrate and base color should be supplied whenever
they affect the final appearance.
Are these inks suitable for high-speed automated screen printing?
Several UV systems are intended for high-throughput production,
including container and rotary screen applications. Machine speed
alone does not determine suitability; mesh, deposit, UV dose, part
handling, ink temperature, and required resistance must also be reviewed.
How should an ink be approved before production?
Test the ink on the actual production substrate using the intended
pretreatment, mesh, print deposit, curing or drying conditions, and
post-print exposure. Adhesion, abrasion, chemical resistance, and
appearance should be evaluated after the ink reaches its required cure.
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