Total Ink Solutions® GP Series Extender Base, a phthalate-free plastisol ink that offers exceptionally vibrant colors and the creamiest consistency in the industry. Designed as a cost-effective solution for shops that primarily print on 100% cotton, this ink series combines top-notch quality with ease of use, making it an essential addition to your screen printing toolkit.
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Key Features:
- Vibrant Colors: Delivers striking, eye-catching prints with exceptional color reproduction.
- Creamy Texture: The creamiest ink in the industry, ensuring smooth and consistent application.
- Soft Hand Prints: Leaves a soft, comfortable feel on garments, making it ideal for fashion and retail applications.
- Wet-on-Wet Printing: Optimized for wet-on-wet printing, enhancing efficiency in multi-color jobs.
- Short Flash Times: Reduces production time with quick flash times, allowing for faster throughput.
Ideal Stock Use:
- 100% Cotton: Perfectly suited for printing on 100% cotton fabrics, delivering vibrant and durable prints.
Details:
For single-color prints, the best results are achieved on white or light substrates. When printing on dark cotton, we recommend using a single white base plate or a print-flash-print technique with lower mesh screens for enhanced coverage. For bleed resistance, particularly on dark fabrics, use an under base white such as our 5 Star Bright White.
Curing Instructions:
- Flash: Flash at 250°F (121°C) for 3 – 5 seconds.
- Cure: Final cure at 320°F (160°C) – 330°F (165°C) for long-lasting, durable prints.
Clean-Up:
- Recommended Cleaner: Use OPTIWASH 125 – Ink Remover for efficient clean-up after printing.
Storage Information:
- Temperature Control: Store at 65-90°F (18-32°C) to maintain the quality and performance of the ink. Avoid direct sunlight. Best used within one year of the manufacturing date.
Compliance:
- CPSIA Compliance: The GP Series Extender Base meets the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) 2008 standards for:
- Section 101: Lead Content in substrates (<300 ppm lead)
- Section 108: Phthalates (<0.1% DBP, DEHP)
Safety & Handling:
- Safety Precautions: Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed safety information. It is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves when handling plastisol inks to prevent skin and eye contact.
- Ventilation: Ensure proper ventilation in your workspace to avoid inhalation of fumes during use.
Pre-Test Recommendation:
Note: It is strongly recommended to pre-test the ink on your actual substrate before any full production run to ensure proper adhesion, wash fastness, and other desired effects.
Why Choose Total Ink Solutions® GP Series Extender Base?
Choose the Total Ink Solutions® GP Series Extender Base for a reliable, high-quality screen printing solution that delivers vibrant colors, a soft-hand feel, and superior performance on 100% cotton fabrics. This phthalate-free plastisol ink is designed for ease of use and efficiency, ensuring you achieve professional results with every print.
