AVCO-STICK GUM is a versatile adhesive for screen printing of textile fabrics.
The object of the material is to form a non-permanent bond between the printing blanket and the cloth, to prevent slipping during processing, in order to obtain accurate printing design.
SPECIFICATION:
| Appearance |
Viscous, clear, colourless liquid |
| Chemical nature |
Synthetic polymers in aqueous solution |
| Ionicity |
Nonionic |
| pH |
7.0 ± 1 |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water |
| Storage |
Freezes below 0°C. Fully usable after thawing and mixing. When stored in closed drums, storage time is at least 12 months |
PROPERTIES & USES:
- Product is water soluble.
- It can be easily diluted with water or ethanol to reduce viscosity.
- Can be easily cleaned and removed from the printing blanket with cold water.
- AVCO-STICK GUM does not discolor during processing.
- Can be used for knits and for woven fabrics, made from natural fibers,
and blends with synthetics.
APPLICATION:
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AVCO-STICK GUM is coated onto the print blanket at the desired quantity. Used material is removed from the blanket by stream of water.
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Product can be used as is or diluted with cold water at any ratio.
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If quick drying is desired, part of the diluting water can be replaced by non-toxic alcohol such as ethanol.
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