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Ink Data Sheets
PLTF Data Sheet
Acrylic-based One -component Ink
Characteristics PLTF is a one-component ink that has a glossy nish with excellent opacity and
exibility.
Applications Painted surfaces, leather, wood, polyethylene, soft and rigid PVC, polystyrene,
ABS, paper, and textiles.
Resistance Excellent resistance to previously mentioned materials. Good resistance of all colors
to electric molding except for black, gold and silver.
Flash Point Above 21 degrees C.
Preparation Thin and mix well with PLTA thinner in a portion of 10-20% maximum.
In warm climates and in the presence of ne details or screened images, the use of
PLTD retarder in a small percentage is recommended.
Pot Life An excessive dilution causes a loss of coverage, smudges and incomplete ink
detachment from the pad. A poor dilution may cause problems withdrawing ink
from the cliché obtaining a repetitive print quality and avoiding the "dripping"
of the same ink with lower print quality.
Drying & Hardening Generally the following drying times are applicable:
Hand drying at 68° F: Approx. 10 - 15 minutes
Drying can be accelerated by using ovens with circulating hot air or spot devices at
high temperatures.
The nal hardening of the ink is obtained after 24 hours.
Range of Colors PLTF is available in 22 standard colors. PLTF has a very good light resistance with a
fastness equivalent to 7-8 rating DIN. PLTF inks are adjusted for printing with PLTA
Thinner, PLTCAN Fast Thinner, and PLT4D Retarder for printing ne detail.
Process Color Printing PLTF inks are available in transparent colors PLTF #180 Yellow, PLTF #181
Magenta and PLTF #182 Cyan
Clean-up PLTEBD Cleaner is recommended.
Storage PLTF has a shelf life of about 2 years. Storage containers should be sealed and
placed in a cool dry place.
Additives PLTA Thinner
PLTD Retarder
Notes:
* All Thinners are pre-mixed and do not need to be diluted.
* The following colors have been discontinued: PLT15 color 17,
PLT15 color 42, PLTF/41, PLTF/24, and PLTF/11
- PLT20 colors 31 & 34
- PLT20 colors 12, 17, and 42
View our color chart online: www.padprintmachinery.com
(may be ordered in quantities
of 30 kilos or more)
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