Total Ink Solutions® Soft Hand Plastisol Base – Achieve Ultra-Soft Prints with Superior Coverage
The Total Ink Solutions® Soft Hand Plastisol Base is a premium, phthalate-free ink designed to produce ultra-soft, comfortable prints on a wide range of textiles. This base ink is ideal for screen printers looking to achieve a soft-hand feel while maintaining excellent coverage and vibrant colors. Perfect for fashion-forward apparel and retail-quality prints, the Soft Hand Plastisol Base is easy to work with and delivers consistent, high-quality results.
Key Features:
- Ultra-Soft Prints: Designed to produce a soft, comfortable feel on finished garments, perfect for fashion and retail applications.
- Phthalate-Free: Safe for use and compliant with environmental regulations, ensuring your prints are both high-quality and safe for consumers.
- Smooth Application: Provides smooth, consistent application, allowing for uniform prints across various textiles.
- Vibrant Colors: Enhances color vibrancy when mixed with pigments, ensuring your designs stand out with rich, bold colors.
- Versatile Use: Compatible with various textiles including cotton, cotton/poly blends, and synthetics.
Ideal Stock Use:
- Cotton
- 50/50 Cotton/Polyester Blends
- Synthetics
Product Details:
The Soft Hand Plastisol Base is specifically formulated to deliver a soft, smooth finish without sacrificing opacity or color vibrancy. It can be used alone or mixed with pigments to achieve the desired color. This base ink is ideal for creating high-end, retail-quality garments with a luxurious feel.
Important Note:
It is recommended to pre-test the ink on your actual substrate before any full production run to ensure proper adhesion, wash fastness, and the desired soft-hand effect.
Finish:
- Soft-Hand Finish: Achieves a smooth, soft finish that enhances the comfort and wearability of printed garments.
Color Mixing:
- Custom Colors: This base can be mixed with pigments to create custom colors. All colors are formulated using non-leaded pigments.
Screen Fabric Compatibility:
- Mesh Counts: Suitable for mesh counts up to 355 mono-filament polyester (142T European Mesh).
Stencil Recommendations:
- Recommended Stencils: Use dual-sensitized direct method photo emulsion or SBQ pre-sensitized photo emulsion, or an equivalent, for optimal results.
Curing Instructions:
- Heat-Cure: Cure at approximately 320°F (160°C) for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure durability and a soft-hand finish. This ink will not air-dry.
Modifications:
- Viscosity Adjustment: To reduce ink viscosity, add RE-703 or RE-704 at 5% or less by weight of ink. Use RE-705 up to 10-20% by weight if color shade or opacity is not crucial.
Squeegee Recommendations:
- Recommended Squeegee: For textile printing, use a medium-hard squeegee (65-75 durometer) to achieve the best results with this ink.
Storage Information:
- Temperature Sensitivity: Store at cool room temperatures below 90°F (32°C) to maintain product quality. Avoid exposure to elevated temperatures before use.
Packaging Options:
The Total Ink Solutions Soft Hand Plastisol Base is available in various sizes to meet your production needs:
- 1-Quart (0.945 Liters)
- 1-Gallon (3.78 Liters)
- 5-Gallon Containers (18.9 Liters)
- 30-Gallon Drums (113.4 Liters)
- 55-Gallon Drums (207.9 Liters)
Safety & Handling:
- Safety Precautions: Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for complete 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 when using these products to avoid inhaling fumes.
Wash-Up Instructions:
- Recommended Solvents: Use T-125 Wash Up or SC-510 Biodegradable Wash Up for effective cleaning. These non-petrochemical options ensure a safe and eco-friendly wash-up process.
Why Choose Total Ink Solutions® Soft Hand Plastisol Base?
Choose the Total Ink Solutions® Soft Hand Plastisol Base for a high-performance solution that delivers ultra-soft, vibrant prints on a variety of textiles. This base ink is easy to use, versatile, and meets all safety and environmental standards, making it the perfect choice for professional screen printers aiming to create high-quality, retail-ready garments.
