Description
Plastivac Ink Series – Solvent-Based Screen Ink for Vacuum Forming & Rigid Plastics
Plastivac is a modified acrylic lacquer screen ink system engineered for vacuum forming and general-purpose screen printing on rigid plastic substrates. Known for its glossy finish and fast drying characteristics, Plastivac is ideal for jobs where deep draw forming and static minimisation are essential.
This ink system delivers excellent adhesion on materials like acrylics, cellulose acetate butyrate, styrene, A.B.S., and rigid vinyl. Plastivac is not suitable for treated polyethylene or polypropylene substrates.
Key Benefits:
- Glossy finish with jet-dry speed and touch dry in approximately 15 minutes
- Anti-static formulation – reduces static build-up during printing
- Excellent vacuum forming performance with enhanced gloss and adhesion post-forming
- Suitable for a wide range of rigid plastic substrates
Substrates:
- Acrylic
- Cellulose acetate butyrate
- Styrene
- A.B.S.
- Rigid vinyl
Not recommended for treated polyethylene or polypropylene.
Recommended Emulsions:
For best results and solvent durability with Plastivac inks, we recommend:
- Murakami SR
- Chromaline UDC ACE
- Saati SAATIGRAF HS3
- Saati Grafic HU
Browse our full range in the Solvent & UV Emulsions collection.
Screen Setup:
- Mesh: 62T–140T monofilament
Coverage:
Approximately 45 m² per kg, depending on mesh, squeegee, and substrate conditions.
Opacity & Lightfastness:
Standard and Pantone colours available with varying opacity and durability. Most opaque shades offer excellent outdoor lightfastness, with semi-opaque and transparent shades ranging from good to excellent.
Drying & Post-Print:
Jet-dry in seconds, touch-dry in approximately 15 minutes. Vacuum forming improves adhesion and gloss. Always pre-test on final substrate and form depth.
Cleaning:
Clean with FSU5112 or other compatible screen washes.
Storage & Use:
Stir well before use. Store in sealed containers away from direct sunlight. Always perform test prints before production.
For more information on this product, find the technical data sheet here.
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