Solvent Ink Systems
Solvent Inks by Pyro
Solvent Inks by Pyro have much in common with the water-based products described in the pigmented ink section but have one essential difference, their colorants are immersed in a solvent-based carrier which is much more aggressive then a water-based carrier. Here the process of adhering the pigment
to the media is not done with a special top coat but with the aggressiveness of
its carrier. The ink "bites", "melts", "bonds", or "stains" the pigment to
the media making the ink and media one. This provides for unmatched durability
that does not require a top coat unlike dye and pigment water-based inks and is
therefore, primarily utilized in outdoor applications. This lack of need for
inkjet receptors or media that has the ability to "soak up" ink gives it an
advantage over both water-based inks. The only draw back of solvent inks is
its decreased color gamut and dot definition when compared to water-based
pigmented inks caused by the "melting" of the pigment to the media.
A mild product – also known as soft or eco-solvent –
generally uses very slow-drying liquids as the carrier fluid. Therefore,
printers that use these inks have several heaters fitted to aid with ink drying.
The faster the machine prints, the more heat is needed. One of the main benefits
of slow-drying carrier fluids is that they make it easier to design and
manufacture a reliable printer.
On the other hand, aggressive inks – hard or true
solvent – generally dry faster and need fewer heaters in the system. Because of
this lower heat requirement, media that is prone to pucker under heat can be
used more successfully than in a mild-solvent ink system. Aggressive solvents
also have the benefit of softening up the media surface, which helps pigments to
bond.
Ink to suit your digital printer, bulk ink system Roland Soljet
Screen printing companies, sign shops, and print shops in over
42 countries come to PYRO to seek our help in us suggesting what solvent
ink that they should consider for POP, banners, and other display graphics.
PYRO solvent Ink Printer Reports contains over 15 different
titles divided in different thematic groups, so you can decide what is best for
your needs. Click on something listed below or in the menu at the left to
view the product content.
No one can beat PYRO on price or quality. Our products are 100% tested and we are certain you will be pleased
with the results. Our stuff produces bright and vibrant colours and you wont be disappointed
Pyro Inks