Inktek Liquid Gold Plastisol Ink – Premium Metallic Ink for Bold, Shimmering Prints

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Inktek SELQGLD Liquid Gold SE Plastisol Ink
Inktek SELQGLD Liquid Gold SE Plastisol Ink

Inktek Liquid Gold is a high-concentration metallic plastisol ink formulated with increased metallic pigment loading for a bolder, more intense gold effect than standard metallic gold inks. The “liquid” character refers to the lower viscosity formulation that flows smoothly through screens, deposits cleanly, and produces a richer, more saturated gold surface in the cured print.

High-Concentration Gold Metallic

Richer & More Intense Than Standard Gold

Lower Viscosity — Flows Cleanly

Ready to Use

Cure at 320°F

Stir Well Before Each Use

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Inktek Liquid Gold Plastisol Ink – High-Concentration Metallic for Bold, Intense Gold Prints

Inktek Liquid Gold is a high-concentration metallic plastisol ink formulated with increased metallic pigment loading for a bolder, more intense gold effect than standard metallic gold inks. The “liquid” character refers to the lower viscosity formulation that flows smoothly through screens, deposits cleanly, and produces a richer, more saturated gold surface in the cured print.

Available in Quart, Gallon, and 5-Gallon. Stir thoroughly before each use. Print as a ready-to-use ink — no thinning or modification required.

Is This the Right Ink for Your Job?

Use This When You Want…
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Need a more intense, saturated gold than standard metallic gold delivers

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Printing large fill areas where standard gold looks thin or flat

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Premium branded merchandise where gold needs maximum impact

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Customer needs maximum gold brightness with minimum ink deposit

Consider Something Else If You Need…
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Standard metallic gold intensity is sufficient for your application

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Printing very fine lines or halftone detail (lower viscosity may need mesh adjustment)

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Need warm athletic gold specifically (consider Metallic Bobcat Gold for standard team colors)

Key Features

Higher Metallic Pigment Loading
More metallic gold pigment per unit volume than standard metallic gold. The result is a denser, more reflective gold surface with greater color saturation and sheen intensity in the cured print.
Lower Viscosity Formula
The “liquid” formulation is thinner than standard metallic gold, which can improve flow through screens and reduce the force required per squeegee stroke — useful for printing large fill areas on manual presses.
Maximum Gold Brightness
Formulated for situations where standard metallic gold produces a satisfactory but not spectacular result. Liquid Gold provides the extra intensity step needed for premium applications.
Versatile Mesh Range
The lower viscosity opens up a slightly wider mesh count range than standard metallic inks. Can be used through 110–160 mesh for finer detail while still maintaining strong metallic character.
Mix for Custom Shades
Blend Liquid Gold with Metallic Silver Platinum for custom antique gold and champagne tones with elevated metallic intensity. Small additions of Rose Gold create warm blush-gold shades.
Ready to Print
Use directly from the container after thorough stirring. Metallic pigment particles settle during storage — always stir from the bottom before printing.
Pairs Best With
Mix Liquid Gold + Silver for high-intensity custom metallic tones
Add a small amount of Rose Gold to Liquid Gold for a warm blush-gold custom shade

Getting the Most From Inktek Liquid Gold in High-Impact Printing

Large-Fill Metallic Gold Areas
When a design calls for large areas of gold fill — chest logos, back graphics, oversized numbers — Liquid Gold provides the coverage and intensity needed without the thin, flat look that can result from standard metallic gold on large areas.
Premium Branded Merchandise
For brand programs where gold is a primary brand element — luxury hospitality, fashion brands, premium corporate apparel — Liquid Gold delivers the elevated metallic standard that high-end clients expect.
Mixed Metallic Color Work
Liquid Gold is an excellent base for building custom metallic color palettes due to its high pigment loading. A small amount shifts other metallics significantly, allowing tight control over custom metallic tones with less product.

See It in Action

Complete Inktek Specialty & Effects Inks

River City Supply stocks the full Inktek SE specialty ink line. Use this guide to choose the right ink for your application.

Process Clear

Transparent base & soft-hand extender
Best for: 4-color process, tonal effects, soft-hand

Metallic Gold

Rich warm gold metallic plastisol
Best for: Athletic logos, fashion accents, branded merchandise

Metallic Silver Platinum

Cool-tone silver & platinum metallic plastisol
Best for: Chrome-look elements, athletic graphics, fashion

Liquid Gold

High-concentration liquid metallic gold
Best for: Bold metallic statements, premium branding

Nite Brite Glow

Phosphorescent glow-in-the-dark plastisol
Best for: Nightlife, safety, event & novelty printing

Metallic Rose Gold

Pink-gold metallic plastisol
Best for: Women’s fashion, cosmetic brands, lifestyle apparel

Metallic Bobcat Gold

Warm athletic gold — non-phthalate
Best for: Athletic team wear, school spirit, sport uniforms

Crystalina Fine Flake

Ultra-fine metallic flake — subtle sparkle
Best for: Fashion garments, subtle shimmer, boutique apparel

Crystalina Coarse Flake

Large-particle glitter flake — maximum sparkle
Best for: Statement fashion, festive printing, bold effects

QuickSilver SE

High-shine chrome-finish metallic plastisol
Best for: Chrome logos, premium athletic graphics, luxury apparel

Puff Additive

3D raised texture additive
Best for: Logos, varsity lettering, dimensional effects

Printable Adhesive

Screen-printable foil & flock adhesive
Best for: Foil transfer, flock application

How to Wash Test Plastisol Prints

Whenever you change ink, mesh count, dryer settings, or substrate — run a wash test before releasing production. This is the only definitive check for cure and wash durability.

Step 1 — Cure a Test Print
Print and cure a test garment at your production dryer settings. Let cool completely before washing.
Step 2 — Wash Hot
Machine wash on the hottest setting with standard detergent. Hot water is the stress test — if it holds here, it holds everywhere.
Step 3 — Repeat 3–5 Cycles
Run 3–5 full wash/dry cycles. Under-cured prints fail in the first 1–3 washes. Properly cured prints show no change.
Step 4 — Inspect
Look for cracking, peeling, delamination, or color change. A properly cured metallic print retains its shine and adhesion. Do a stretch test — pull the print firmly and check for cracking.
If metallic prints dull or lose sheen after washing: This is almost always under-cure. Check actual garment surface temperature with a donut probe or temp tape — not dryer air temp. Increase dwell time before re-testing.
Stir Thoroughly — Higher Pigment Settles Faster
Due to the higher metallic pigment concentration, Liquid Gold particles may settle more quickly than standard metallic inks. Stir thoroughly before printing and re-stir after short pauses.
Test Cure on First Use
The higher pigment concentration can affect heat absorption during cure. Run a full wash test on your first production run to confirm cure integrity at your standard dryer settings.
Questions about this product?
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Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Product Information
Product NameInktek Liquid Gold Plastisol Ink
BrandInktek
TypeHigh-concentration gold metallic plastisol — ready to use
ColorRich warm gold — high metallic intensity
Available SizesQuart, Gallon, 5 Gallon
Printing Parameters
Recommended Mesh86–160 mesh depending on detail requirement
Squeegee Durometer65–70 durometer
UnderbaseRecommended on dark garments for maximum gold brightness
Curing
Cure Temperature320°F (160°C)
Cure Time60 seconds — run wash test on first production run
Documents
Safety Data SheetInktek SDS (PDF)

Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents

Inktek SE Safety Data Sheet

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Liquid Gold and Metallic Gold?
Metallic Gold is the standard metallic gold plastisol — suitable for most gold printing applications. Liquid Gold has a higher metallic pigment concentration and lower viscosity for situations where maximum gold intensity is needed or large fill areas require better flow. Think of Liquid Gold as the premium step up when standard gold is good but not quite right.
Do I need to thin Liquid Gold before printing?
No — use it directly from the container after stirring. The lower viscosity is already formulated in. Adding reducer or extender would dilute the metallic pigment concentration and reduce the sheen intensity that makes Liquid Gold worth using.
Can Liquid Gold print on dark garments without underbase?
Yes, though the result varies by garment color. On truly black garments, a white underbase significantly increases the apparent gold brightness. On dark navy, forest green, and burgundy, Liquid Gold can often print direct with acceptable results due to its higher pigment concentration. Test before committing to a production workflow.
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