DUAL CURE EMULSION (C223)
Dual Cure Emulsion C223 is a blue-coloured, direct emulsion specially formulated for ceramic screen printing. It provides excellent stencil sharpness and superior detail reproduction. It is suitable for use with water-based inks and ceramic printing inks. For enhanced stencil durability and resistance during extended print runs, the stencil can be further hardened with PATLY Hardener.
Diazo sensitised emulsionExcellent resolution and definition
Long print durability
For ceramic and textile printing
Properties
Type : Two Pack / Blue colour
Sensitiser Type : Powder
Solid content (unsensitized) : 46 %
Recommended inks : Water based ink and
Main Characteristics
Cut or tear the powder diazo sachet.
Add the powder sensitiser to the bottle and add water until the bottle is approximately 2/3 full.
Shake the bottle well until the contents have dissolved.
Add sensitiser solution emulsion and stir well before use.
Leave the emulsion to de-gas for 1 hr before use.
Instruction for use
Special safelight is not essential, but yellow or weak illumination is desirable.
Caution
New screen should be abraded with Screenprep (SPR034) before use for optimum stencil durability.
Degreasing the screen, use Degreaser Plus (P-6419)
Preparing the Screen
Manual
Set the screen on edge slightly inclined away from the operator and then follow this procedure:
Apply one or two coats of this emulsion, wet on wet, to the print side of screen.
Apply one or two coats of this emulsion, wet on wet, to the squeegee side of screen.
If a higher build of emulsion is required extra coats should be applied, wet on wet to the print side.
Coating
Automatic
When using an automatic coating machine, a simultaneous coating of the screen is recommended.
If higher builds are required, extra coats should be applied to the print side of the screen.
Put coated screen in hot air oven with squeegee side up. Do not exceed 40 ํC.
Drying
Exposure time : 50-60 Seconds (3000W Metal Halide)
Distance 100 cm. / Using 120-34Y Polyester Screen Mesh.
Exposure
Place the screen in washout booth and gently spray both sides, increase the spray pressure slightly. Continue developing until
or parts of the image appear clean and sharp.
Developing
Check for pinholes or blemishes. Spot out with a suitable filler with emulsion dried and re-exposed.
Spotting
Use Screenstrip Powder (SST002), Screenstrip Liquid (SST004) or Screenstrip Paste (SST007).
Apply the solution to both sides of the screen with a soft brush. Rub into the entire stencil area.
Leave the screen for 2-3 minutes, but do not allow the product to dry.
Wash with mains pressure water. Use a high-pressure water gun if required.
Reclaiming the Screen
1 Kg use with sensitizer code A5
5 Kg use with sensitizer code B25
Standard Packing
Emulsion and sensitiser should be stored in temperature not over 25 ํC.
Unsensitized emulsion should be stored under similar conditions and can be stored for 12 months.
Diazo sensitiser should be stored under similar conditions and can be stored for 12 months.
Close the bottle tightly after every use.
This product is not stable when exposed to freezing temperatures and will not be shipped during such conditions.
Storage & Shipping
Is free from any toxic, carcinogenic, mutagenic and reprotoxic chemicals.
Does not have a flashpoint and is, therefore, exempt from the Highly Flammable Liquid Regulations.
SST009 should be used with care. Wear suitable PPE, for example, appropriate gloves and glasses.
Should be stored away from children.
Comprehensive information on the Safety and Handling of Dual Cure Emulsion in Safety Data Sheet.
Safety and Handling
C223 is made by Chaiyaboon Brothers Group Co., Ltd. with ISO 9001/ISO 14001
Certified by TUV NORD (Thailand) Ltd.
Certified Standards
For further information or other relevant data, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Chaiyaboon Brothers Group Co., Ltd. has a team of well-trained personnel who are ready to give help and
advise regarding product information and application.