Strengthen screens and increase durability with Baselayr Emulsion Hardener.
While Baselayr Emulsion Hardener can be used with plastisol-focused emulsions, its main purpose is for screens that are used with aggressive ink systems like discharge, high solids water-based, and traditional water-based. Printers needing longer lasting screens for high production printing on automatic presses or repeated screen usage could also use Emulsion Hardener.
Baselayr Emulsion Hardener will build a strong, durable stencil that is not easy to reclaim — it is considered a permanent stencil. If you need to reclaim the screen, use a dip tank and let the emulsion soak for several minutes. Use a high psi pressure washer and spray out from the squeegee side. It will take time to fully reclaim a screen with emulsion hardener.
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BENEFITS
- Boosts the stencil's longevity on press, which is great for long print runs.
- Makes a screen stronger against aggressive ink systems like discharge or water-based, so the stencil won't break down early during production.
- Printers that plan to reuse a screen can guarantee that the stencil won't lose details in-between runs.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
- Apply Baselayr Emulsion Hardener thinly and evenly to both sides of an exposed and dry screen. A sponge, sponge brush, brush, or cloth will work to apply the Emulsion Hardener.
- Wipe up any excess hardener. If it’s applied heavily and left in the image area, a slight film may appear. Remove the excess to minimize potential on-press issues.
- Leave the screen alone for a couple hours to allow the Hardener to penetrate the emulsion.
- Let the screen “cure” or crosslink overnight for best results. If you need to use the screen immediately, place it in a high heated box (above 120°F) for 1-2 hours. If you use the screen before the Baselayr Emulsion hardener has fully penetrated and chemically changed the emulsion, the screen will have better durability but its effectiveness will be reduced.
- After application, clean all tools thoroughly to extend their lifespan.
STORAGE:
When sealed in its original container and stored in cool conditions, Baselayr Emulsion Hardener will be good for one year from the date of production.
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