Matsui Quick Additive | All-in-One Softener, Retarder and Fixer for Water-Based Screen Printing Ink
Matsui
Matsui Quick Additive โ Quick Additive is a pre-balanced blend of three individual Matsui additives โ Softener MG, Retarder MG, and Fixer WF-N โ combined in optimized ratios and sold as a single product. Instead of measuring and adding three separate additives, you add one: Quick Additive at 6โ9% by weight handles open time, wash fastness, and soft hand simultaneously.
Price range: $32.99 through $449.99
Description
Matsui Quick Additive
Quick Additive is a pre-balanced blend of three individual Matsui additives โ Softener MG, Retarder MG, and Fixer WF-N โ combined in optimized ratios and sold as a single product. Instead of measuring and adding three separate additives, you add one: Quick Additive at 6โ9% by weight handles open time, wash fastness, and soft hand simultaneously.
What It Does
When to Use This Additive
For 80% of standard production jobs, Quick Additive is the right call. It handles the three most common water-based printing problems in one step. Use individual additives when you need to fine-tune a specific property (e.g., maximum retarder for a very long run without added softener).
The Complete Matsui Additive Lineup โ All 13
Every water-based printing problem has an additive that fixes it. Here is the full lineup with dosages and what each solves:
| Additive | Dosage | What It Solves |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Additive โ This Product | 6โ9% | All-in-one: open time + wash fastness + soft hand. Best starting point for most jobs. |
| Retarder MG | 1โ5% | Prevents ink drying in screen. Extends open time on press. |
| Fixer WF-N | 1โ5% | Improves wash fastness. Lowers cure temp to 300ยฐF (150ยฐC). Most common fixer. |
| Softener MG | 1โ4% | Improves fabric penetration. Softer hand feel and better adhesion. |
| RV Additive | 1โ3% | Reduces viscosity without weakening resin. Better flow and fabric penetration. |
| Thickener B | 0.25โ1% | Increases viscosity. Controls halftone dot spread. Fine-detail work. |
| Fixer L | 1โ3% | Lowers cure temp to 250ยฐF. For electric dryers or heat-sensitive fabrics. |
| Fixer V | 2โ3% | โ ๏ธ For PU binder inks ONLY (Soft-Tex 350 series). NOT interchangeable with Fixer WF-N. |
| Retarder SP-1 / Flow | Varies | Improves flow of thick inks without reducing viscosity. For high-viscosity bases. |
| Emacol R-600-E | Varies | Long-bodied thickener for halftone dot retention. Alternative to Thickener B. |
| Puff Foaming Base HT | Varies | Creates 3D puff effect when flash-heated. Mix with any water-based ink. |
| Phantom Clear | Standalone | Disappears when dry. Reappears when wet (sweat). For activewear specialty prints. |
| Discharge Activator | 3โ8% | โ ๏ธ REQUIRED for discharge mode. Enables chemistry on dark 100% cotton. 12-hr pot life. |
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Matsui Quick Additive (All-in-One) |
| Product Code | WB1028 |
| Type | Pre-blended 4-in-1 ink performance additive |
| Components | Retarder MG + Softener MG + Fixer WF-N + Thickener B |
| Recommended Usage | 4-10% by weight (7-9% standard) |
| Designed For | All Matsui water-based screen printing ink systems |
| Compatible Ink Systems | 301 Series, Neo Pigments, EasyPrint, Alpha Series, Infinity Colors, Discharge Bases, White Bases |
| Pot Life | No limitation – does not start a chemical reaction |
| Certifications | OEKO-TEX Standard 100, CPSIA, HR4040 |
| Formulation | PVC-free, environmentally safe, meets all major brand RSLs |
| Cure Temperature | Follow base ink specs – typically 320F (160C) for 2.5-3 minutes |
| Mesh Compatibility | Up to 305 threads/inch (120 threads/cm) |
| Storage | 65F to 95F (18C to 35C). Avoid direct sunlight. |
| Cleanup | Water and mild soap or detergent |
| Available Sizes | Quart, Gallon |
Benefits at a Glance
- Replace 4 separate additives with 1 pre-blended solution – less prep time, fewer mixing errors, simpler inventory
- Extend screen open time and prevent ink from drying and clogging in the mesh
- Produce ultra-soft prints with a premium hand feel for retail-quality garments
- Boost wash and crock fastness for prints that hold up after repeated laundering
- Lubricate the mesh during printing for smoother ink flow and cleaner image detail
- Improve ink body and dot retention for halftone and fine-detail work
- No pot life limitation – mixed ink stays usable on your production schedule
- Works across every Matsui water-based ink system including bases, pigments, ready-for-use colors, and discharge inks
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100, CPSIA, and HR4040 certified – meets major brand RSL requirements
- PVC-free formulation with easy water cleanup
Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Matsui Quick Additive made of?
Matsui Quick Additive is a pre-blended combination of four Matsui additives:
- Retarder MG โ Extends open time
- Softener MG โ Improves hand feel and mesh lubrication
- Fixer WF-N โ Enhances wash and crock fastness
- Thickener B โ Improves ink body and dot retention
It delivers the benefits of all four in one convenient product.
How much Matsui Quick Additive should I add?
Recommended usage is 4โ10% by weight.
- 4โ6% โ Light performance boost
- 7โ9% โ Most common production range
- 9% โ Full performance benefit of all components
Always measure by weight for consistency.
Can I use Matsui Quick Additive with discharge inks?
Yes.
Quick Additive works alongside discharge activator in Matsui discharge systems. It improves:
- Open time
- Softness
- Printability
Add Quick Additive at 6โ9%, in addition to your discharge activator.
Does Quick Additive have a pot life once mixed?
No.
Unlike discharge activator, Quick Additive does not trigger a chemical reaction. Mixed ink can be stored and used according to your normal production schedule.
What Matsui ink systems is Quick Additive compatible with?
Quick Additive works with all Matsui water-based systems, including:
- 301 Series bases
- Neo Pigments
- EasyPrint
- Alpha Series
- Infinity Colors
- Discharge Bases
- All Matsui white bases and opaques
Can Quick Additive replace Retarder MG, Softener MG, and Fixer WF-N?
Yes.
Quick Additive was designed to replace:
- Retarder MG
- Softener MG
- Fixer WF-N
- Thickener B
Performance is identical. The advantage is efficiency โ one product, one measurement, one mixing step instead of four.
Will Quick Additive change the color of my ink?
No.
Quick Additive does not affect:
- Color
- Opacity
- Vibrancy
It modifies performance characteristics such as open time, softness, wash fastness, and viscosity without altering color.
Is Matsui Quick Additive safe for children’s apparel?
Yes.
Quick Additive is:
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified
- CPSIA compliant
- HR4040 compliant
It meets safety standards required for children’s apparel and major brand restricted substance lists.
How should I store Matsui Quick Additive?
- Store between 65ยฐFโ95ยฐF (18ยฐCโ35ยฐC)
- Keep container sealed
- Avoid direct sunlight
- Clean up with water and mild soap
Is Quick Additive better than using individual additives?
Performance is identical โ Quick Additive contains the same components at the same ratios.
The advantage is speed and consistency:
- One product
- One measurement
- One mixing step
If you need to fine-tune a specific property (for example, adding extra retarder in very dry shop conditions), you can still add individual additives on top of Quick Additive.
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