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Inks > PLT272

PLT272 Acrylic-based one-component ink

Characteristics PLT272 is a one-component ink with high gloss and excellent opacity. Gloss varies somewhat with substrate and color.
Applications Particularly suited for printing on thermo plastics, polymethacrylates, i.e. Perspex, Plexiglass, restart glass, rigid and plasticized PVC, cellulose acetobutyrate, and various types of polystyrene and polycarbonate.
Resistance PLT272 has good resistance to the products mentioned above.
Flash Point Above 43 degrees C.
Preparation

Thin and mix well with PLTA thinner in a portion of 10-20% maximum.

 In warm climates and in the presence of fine details or screened images, the use of PLTD retarder in a small percentage is recommended.
Pot Life An excessive dilution causes a loss of coverage, smudges and incomplete ink detachment from the pad. A poor dilution may cause problems withdrawing ink from the cliché obtaining a repetitive print quality and avoiding the "dripping" of the same ink with lower print quality.
Drying and Hardening

Generally the following drying times are applicable:
Hand drying at 68° F: Approx. 10 - 15 minutes
Curing at 175° F: Approx. 60 seconds
The final hardening of the ink is obtained after 5 days.

Range of Colors PLT272 is available in 24 standard shades as well as 3 transparent, four-color process shades. PLT272 inks are adjusted for printing with PLTA Thinner, PLTCAN Fast Thinner, and PLTD Retarder for printing fine detail.
Process Color Printing PLT272 inks are available in transparent colors PLT272 #180 Yellow, PLT272  #181 Magenta and PLT272  #182 Cyan.
Clean-up PLTEBD recommended.
Storage PLT272 has a shelf life of about 2 years. Storage containers should be sealed and placed in a cool dry place.
Additives PLTA Thinner

PLTD Retarder