Chromaline Textile Press Wash iSC – Apple-Scented On-Press Ink Remover for Plastisol and Water-Based Inks

Apple Scent — Best Smell in the Screen Room

Every other press wash smells like a solvent shop. Chroma/Press Wash iSC has a genuine apple scent. For press operators running color changes all day, the difference in press room comfort is significant. Ask anyone who’s switched.

No Water Rinse Needed

Apply to the screen with a low-pressure sprayer or saturated wiping cloth. Wipe in a circular motion until the ink clears. Let it evaporate, and continue printing. No trip to the washout booth for plastisol color changes.

Avoids Stencil Lock-In

One of the most destructive things an on-press cleaner can do is lock ink into the emulsion during color changes. Chroma/Press Wash iSC is specifically formulated to avoid this — particularly critical when used with Chromaline emulsions.

Dilutable for Water-Based Inks

For WB ink color changes, dilute 2 parts Press Wash to 8 parts water (20% solution). A weaker 1:9 solution may work in some setups. Adjust ratio based on your specific ink and printing conditions.

Stencil Storage Use

Clean screens before storing them with Chroma/Press Wash iSC to remove residual ink. This prevents ink from drying in the mesh during storage, reducing the risk of locked stencils when the screen comes back to press.

iSC System Compatibility

Formulated as part of Chromaline’s Integrated Screen Chemistry system. Works in concert with Chroma/Screen Wash iSC, Chroma/Strip iSC, and Chroma-Wet iSC Degreaser for complete chemical compatibility throughout your screen room workflow.

Flash Point 120°F

Flash point of 120°F means proper ventilation and ignition source precautions apply — but it ships non-hazardous and is suitable for on-press use in properly ventilated shops.

Quick Evaporation

Evaporates fast enough to resume printing without extended downtime. Color changes stay quick, production flow stays uninterrupted.

Scent🍏 Apple

Not petroleum

Flash Point120°F

On-press use

Water RinseNot Required

Evaporates — keep printing

WB Dilution2:8 or 1:9

Water-based ink use

⚠️ What is Stencil Lock-In?

Stencil lock-in happens when solvent in a press wash penetrates the emulsion and then evaporates, leaving ink residue chemically bonded to the stencil. The result is emulsion that won’t reclaim properly — requiring extra chemistry, more pressure washing, or in bad cases, re-meshing the frame.

Chroma/Press Wash iSC is specifically formulated to avoid this — particularly important for shops running Chromaline emulsions where the iSC system is designed to work together.

🧪 Why iSC Chemistry Works Together

Most shops use press wash from Brand A, screen wash from Brand B, and emulsion from Brand C. The chemicals weren’t designed with each other in mind. Chromaline’s iSC system changes that — every product in the line is formulated for chemical compatibility with the others, including the emulsions. Less lock-in risk, better reclaim results, more predictable outcomes.

🔑 Use It for Stencil Storage

Clean screens with Press Wash iSC before storing them. Removing ink before storage prevents it from drying and locking into the mesh. Screens come back from storage ready to print, not ready to fight.

💧 WB Dilution: Start at 2:8

For water-based inks, start with 2 parts Press Wash to 8 parts water. If that’s too strong, go to 1:9. Adjust based on your specific ink — some WB systems need a lighter touch.

🔥 Flash Point Reminder

120°F flash point — use in a well-ventilated area, away from open flames, dryers, and ignition sources. Wear gloves and eye protection during use.