Union Ink UPLC1073 Sport Victory LC LB Polar White Plastisol Ink

Highlights

• Excellent bleed resistance at a wide temperature range, with a low cure of 270°F (132°C) and maximum cure of 320°F (160°C).
• Shears down quickly to a creamy, smooth body.
• Soft hand and excellent stretch with superior opacity on dark fabrics.
• Produces excellent halftone prints.
• Non-migrating pigments provide color stability across a wide range of underbase options and direct-to-fabric applications.
• Works well on both manual and automatic presses.

Printing Tips

• Use 86–230 mesh screens for optimal opacity and print performance.
• For best results, use a print-flash-print technique to ensure sufficient ink deposit on dark fabrics.
• For challenging polyester fabrics, use Union Ink UPLC1550 Low Cure Barrier Grey or UPLC8550 Barrier Black as a base layer for maximum bleed resistance.
• Adjust flash cure temperature and dwell time so the ink is just dry to the touch. Avoid excessive flash temperatures that can promote dye migration. A 3–5 second flash is typically adequate.
• Pre-shear or agitate the ink before use to achieve optimal flow. Avoid high-speed mixing equipment that generates friction heat and may begin curing the ink.
• Adjust print parameters to allow the ink to clear fully on the second stroke using medium to low pressure for the best dye blocking and opacity.
• Curing is a time-and-temperature process. Lower temperatures combined with slower belt speeds often provide the best results while protecting the fabric.