Matsui Stretch Clear 301 Water Base Ink – Ideal Flexibility for Performance Wear

Technical Data:

Application: Print through fine screen mesh (150~180/inch recommended) when cured at 320°F (160°C), Matsui Stretch Clear produces soft and “Silicone-like” prints. For printing on dark-colored polyester, it is recommended to first print an Under Base Blocker, flash, and then apply Matsui Stretch Clear over it.

Special Recommendations: Matsui Stretch Clear should be mixed in clean vessels using clean mixing blades and utensils. Avoid any contamination from other ink sources or non-approved additives to ensure compliance with restricted PVC regulations. The print of Matsui Stretch Clear can be ironed.

Mixing and Additives: For Pantone color matching, Matsui Stretch Clear can be used as a base with up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments. The Matsui Color Matching Software, available on the Matsui website, aids in achieving precise Pantone color results.

For enhanced printing capabilities and longevity of your prints, consider the following special recommendations:

1. Dry Cleaning and Ironing: Prints made with Stretch Clear can be safely dry cleaned or ironed, preserving the quality and appearance of your designs.
2. Retarder MG: Incorporate 1-5% of Retarder MG to extend the open time in the screen, allowing for smoother and more controlled printing.
3. Fixer WF-N: Boost the wash fastness of your prints by adding 1-5% of Fixer WF-N to the ink, ensuring that your designs withstand repeated washings without compromising on vibrancy.
4. Softener MG: Achieve better penetration into the garment by adding 1-4% of Softener MG to the ink, resulting in long-lasting and vivid prints with an exceptional soft hand feel.
5. Thickener B: To adjust the ink’s consistency according to your printing needs, consider adding 0.25-1% of Thickener B to thicken the ink.
6. RV Additive: Fine-tune the viscosity of Stretch Clear with 1-3% of RV Additive, enhancing control and printability during the printing process.

Additionally, you have the option to add 6%-9% Quick Additive, which contains Fixer WF-N, Retarder MG, and Softener MG, to further enhance performance and achieve desired printing effects.

Technical Data Sheet:

• Wet Ink Tack: Low
• After Flash Tack: Low
• Printability: Excellent
• Surface Appearance: Matte
• Opacity/Viscosity: Low/Low
• Bleed Resistance: None
• Flash Temperature: 160°F (71°C)/decreases with deposit thickness
• Cure Temperature: 320°F (160°C)
• Squeegee Hardness: Medium
• Squeegee Blade: Sharp
• Squeegee Angle: 45 degrees to the screen
• Squeegee Speed: Medium
• Emulsion: Direct or indirect
• Mesh Count: 86-160/inch
• Thinner: RV Additive
• Thickener: Thickener B
• Storage: 65°F to 95°F (18°C to 35°C). Avoid direct sun exposure.
• Cleanup: Use water and mild soap or detergent for cleanup.
• Color Range: White
• Substrate Type: Suitable for Cotton
• Substrate Color(s): Light and Medium Fabrics.

Note: The printer must test the ink before a production run. River City Supply and affiliates are not responsible for dye migration or misuse of this product. It is imperative for the printer to test and ensure the ink is properly cured and opaque enough to prevent dye migration on particular fabrics.

Matsui Stretch Clear 301 Technical Data Sheet

Matsui Stretch Clear 301 Safety Data Sheet