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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
420 Water-Based Ink for Plastics, Paper & Flexible Materials Water-Based · Official TDS revision January 8, 2025
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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 testingMaterial 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
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 testingMaterial 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
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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
Confirm final settings with the current TDS and production testingMaterial 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
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