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Month: November 2024

  • Is UV ink or water-based ink used for label printing?

    Labels are a very common item, and almost all commodities are sold with labels attached, so the demand for labels is extremely high. So, what kind of ink is used for printing labels? When printing labels, high-demand items such as food packaging labels and cosmetic labels often choose water-based ink or UV ink for printing.…

  • Viscosity Control of Flexographic Water-based Inks

    In flexographic printing, the viscosity of water-based inks is one of the critical factors affecting print quality and the smoothness of the printing process. Excessively high or low viscosity can impact ink fluidity, coating uniformity, image and text clarity, and the operational stability of the printing press. The viscosity range of flexographic water-based inks typically…

  • Additives in Water-Based Flexo Inks

    Additives in Water-Based Flexo Inks Water-based flexo inks are widely used in printing, especially in the packaging industry. To optimize printing performance, improve durability, and enhance operability, various additives are commonly incorporated. The main types of additives in water-based flexo inks include: The above are the commonly used additives for flexographic water-based ink in use,…

  • How to Use Water-Based Ink

    Water-based ink, using water as its solvent, has gained widespread application in the fields of printing and painting due to its environmental friendliness. Proper use of water-based ink not only enhances printing quality but also minimizes environmental pollution. Below is a detailed guide on how to use water-based ink. I. Preparation II. Adjusting Ink Viscosity…

  • Comparison of Water-based Inks for Screen Printing and Flexographic Printing

    In the printing industry, water-based inks, as an environmentally friendly printing material, have been widely used in various printing processes, especially in screen printing and flexographic printing. Although both use water-based inks, there are certain differences in specific applications, characteristics, and requirements. I. Material Composition and Basic Characteristics Water-based inks are mainly composed of water-based…

  • How is the adhesion of UV ink?

    UV inks, or ultraviolet-curing inks, generally exhibit high adhesion, though the specific performance of this adhesion is influenced by various factors. Below is a detailed analysis of UV ink adhesion: Advantages of UV Ink Adhesion Factors Affecting UV Ink Adhesion Methods to Improve UV Ink Adhesion Overall, the adhesion of UV ink is usually higher,…

  • The development trend of UV ink

    1. Technological Advances LED UV Curing Technology: According to research by MarketsandMarkets, the LED UV curing market is projected to grow from approximately 1billionin2021to2.3 billion in 2026, with an average annual growth rate of around 17.6%. The proliferation of this technology will drive the use of UV inks, as LED curing offers advantages such as low…

  • Does UV ink contain VOCs?

    Does UV ink contain VOCs? Many people have doubts about this. From the formula, UV ink does not have VOCs, but a small amount of VOC emissions can be detected in actual printing testing. What is the reason for this?The answer is additives, which are added to some extent during printing, leading to the generation…

  • Cost Components of UV Flexo Inks

    In the printing industry, UV flexo inks have gained widespread attention and application as an efficient and environmentally friendly printing material. However, the question of whether their costs are high has been a topic of heated discussion within the industry. In the current market environment, the price of UV flexo inks produced by Zhongzhixing is…

  • A Detailed Comparison of Mercury Lamps and LED Light Sources in UV Ink Curing

    I. Spectral Characteristics Mercury Lamps: LED Light Sources: II. Curing Efficiency and Speed Mercury Lamps: LED Light Sources: III. Lifespan and Maintenance Mercury Lamps: LED Light Sources: IV. Environmental Impact and Safety Mercury Lamps: LED Light Sources: V. Cost and Applications Mercury Lamps: LED Light Sources: In summary, LED light sources have significant advantages in…

  • Water-Based Inks vs. Oil-Based Inks

    I. Basic Composition and Solvent Water-Based Inks: Oil-Based Inks: II. Pigments and Resins Water-Based Inks: Oil-Based Inks: III. Drying Methods and Speed Water-Based Inks: Oil-Based Inks: IV. Environmental Impact and Health Effects Water-Based Inks: Oil-Based Inks: V. Printing Effects and Application Scenarios Water-Based Inks: Oil-Based Inks: In summary, water-based inks and oil-based inks differ significantly…

  • Classification and Applications of Water-based Inks

    Classification and Applications of Water-based Inks Water-based inks, as environmentally friendly and efficient printing materials, have been widely applied in the printing industry. Based on different classification criteria, water-based inks can be divided into multiple types to meet various printing needs. This article introduces the classification of water-based inks from four aspects: printing methods, binder…