Ink Additives for High-Performance Tagless Garment Printing
Engineered additives for superior tagless print quality.
Farbatex Additives Enhancing Performance of Solvent-Based Printing Inks
Farbatex offers a wide range of tagless printing inks
with excellent adhesion. Farbatex ink additives are specially formulated to optimize the
performance of solvent-based tagless printing inks. They help adjust viscosity, improve
adhesion, control drying time, enhance ink flow, and increase print durability for consistent,
high-quality printing results.
Technical challenges such as difficult substrates, environmental conditions, or unfavorable
printing parameters can be resolved using specific auxiliary agents or additives. These
additives should be used carefully to enhance the ink’s performance. Detailed information about
recommended additives for each ink series is provided in the corresponding technical data
sheets.
Ink Rheology
Optimizing Ink Rheology
for Better Printing Performance
High Viscosity
Thicker ink with reduced flow and slower ink transfer.
Low Viscosity
Thinner ink with increased flow and faster ink transfer.
Before and during production, ink viscosity should be adjusted using the appropriate Farbatex thinner or retarder to achieve consistent print quality and stable production performance.
Impact of Viscosity
- • Print quality and image sharpness
- • Ink transfer from the silicone pad to the substrate
- • Drying time and production speed
- • Production consistency during long print runs
For sensitive substrates such as polystyrene (PS), ABS, acrylic (PMMA), and molded plastic components, mild thinners and retarders are recommended to ensure optimum adhesion, smooth ink transfer, and superior print quality.
| Types of Thinners | Recommended Application |
|---|---|
| Standard Thinner | General production with medium drying speed. |
| Standard Thinner X | Faster evaporation for high-speed production. |
| Slow Thinner | Longer drying time for warm environments and extended print runs. |
| Retarder | Reduces evaporation, extends open time, and improves print consistency at slower printing speeds |
Optimization of Ink properties
Ink Flow (Levelling) Improvement
Poor ink levelling or inadequate flow may result in surface defects such as pinholes, uneven coverage, or an "orange peel" effect. These issues can be minimized by using the appropriate Farbatex thinner or levelling agent
Hardener
Adding the recommended Farbatex hardener improves adhesion, mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and wash durability, making it ideal for demanding textile applications and repeated laundering.
Looking for the Right Additive for Consistent, High-Quality Tagless Printing?
Whether you need to improve ink adhesion, adjust viscosity, control drying time, or enhance wash durability, our experts can recommend the ideal Farbatex additive for your ink series, fabric type, and production requirements.
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