Matsui Kombat White | Brightest Standalone Water-Based White Ink for Performance Fabric Screen Printing
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Matsui Kombat White (WS0545) is the brightest, most opaque standalone white ink in the Matsui lineup — engineered for maximum visual impact on dark performance fabrics. Prints through mesh up to 160/inch (63/cm) with a silky soft finish and unmatched brightness. Anti-foil sticky — prevents foil from adhering where it should not during heat-press foil transfers. ⚠️ Designed as a top-layer standalone white only — not for overprinting. Mix with 15% Neo Pigments. Cures at 320°F. PVC-free. OEKO-TEX® certified.
✓Brightest White in Matsui Lineup
✓Maximum Opacity on Dark Fabrics
✓Anti-Foil Sticky
✓Silky Soft Hand Feel
✓Excellent Elasticity
✓160 Mesh Max
✓OEKO-TEX® Certified
✓PVC-Free Formula
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Price range: $29.99 through $3,999.99
Description
Kombat White — BRIGHTNESS CHAMPION — most opaque standalone white. Anti-foil. Top-layer only. Not for underbase.
Kombat White is the brightness champion of the Matsui white lineup. When maximum visual impact is non-negotiable — when the white needs to jump off the garment and command attention — Kombat White delivers more brightness and opacity per pass than any other Matsui white. It is the standalone direct-print white for bold, eye-catching designs on dark performance garments. Note the important constraint: Kombat White is a top-layer white only. It is not designed to be overprinted with additional ink layers.
Why Kombat White?
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Where It Fits in the Matsui Lineup
Kombat White is brightness champion — most opaque standalone white. anti-foil. top-layer only. not for underbase. — see the full comparison chart below.
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Mesh & Opacity
Max mesh: 160/inch (63/cm). Opacity: Very High — the brightest, most opaque standalone white in the Matsui lineup.
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Hand Feel & Finish
Hand feel: Silky soft. Finish: Bright white — bold, high-impact visual appearance.
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Elasticity
Excellent
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Custom Color Mixing
Mix with up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments for custom pastel and tinted colors — retains all performance characteristics.
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Eco-Compliance
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified. CPSIA and HR4040 compliant. PVC-free, phthalate-free, no co-solvents.
The Complete Matsui White Ink Comparison — All 9 Whites
Matsui makes 9 different white inks, each optimized for a specific combination of substrate, mesh range, opacity, and hand feel. Kombat White is highlighted below.
| White Ink | Code | Max Mesh | Opacity | Primary Substrates | Elasticity | Hand Feel | Finish | Binder | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 301W-B White | WS0537 | 305/in | High | 100% light cotton | Standard | Ultra-soft | Matte | Acrylic | Softest, highest-mesh cotton white |
| EasyPrint White | WS0529 | 225/in | Medium | Performance, Dri-Fit, cotton | Excellent | Buttery soft | Soft sheen | Acrylic | Fine detail at 200+ mesh on performance fabrics |
| Stretch White 301 | WS0502 | 150–180/in | High | Dri-Fit, athletic, compression | Excellent | Silicone-like soft | Silicone-like | Acrylic | Bold opaque white on dark performance fabrics |
| Soft Stretch White | WS0525 | 150–180/in | High | Performance, Dri-Fit, stretch | Excellent | Silicone-like, barely there | Silicone-like | Acrylic | Premium softness — barely-there feel on activewear |
| Kombat White | WS0545 | 160/in | Very High | Performance, Dri-Fit, poly blends | Excellent | Silky soft | Bright white | Acrylic | Brightest standalone white — anti-foil — top layer only |
| Acrylicon White | WS0531 | 160/in | High | Performance, Dri-Fit, stretch | Excellent | Silicone-like, zero tack | Matte silicone-like | Acrylic | Premium matte finish + zero tack — silicone ink alternative |
| White 301W-10-4 | WS0472-1 | 160/in | High | Performance, Dri-Fit, stretch | Excellent | Extremely soft | Matte | Acrylic | General-purpose performance white for all stretch work |
| Simple White 301 | WS0562 | 160/in | High | Cotton, poly, blends, Dri-Fit — BROADEST | Excellent | Soft | Standard | Acrylic | Economy multi-substrate generalist — lowest cost per print |
| Soft-Tex White 350 | WS0542 | 110–160/in | High | Extreme-stretch: Lycra, spandex, swimwear | Maximum | Silicone-like, no tack | Rubber/silicone | Polyurethane (PU) | Extreme-stretch specialist — rubber binder — uses Fixer V |
Printing Kombat White — Substrate Guide
Primary substrates: Performance fabrics, Dri-Fit, high-stretch polyester blends, cotton
🛡️ Dark Polyester Note: For dark-colored polyester, print Under Base Blocker first, flash, then apply Kombat White.
⚠️ Not For: ⚠️ NOT for overprinting — top-layer white only. Do NOT print other inks on top of Kombat White.
💡 Key Note: BRIGHTEST standalone white. Anti-foil sticky. Top-layer direct-print white only — not designed for overprinting with color layers.
Recommended Additives
| Additive | Dosage | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Retarder MG | 1–5% | Extends open time — prevents ink drying in screen during pauses and long runs |
| Fixer WF-N | 1–5% | Improves wash fastness — crosslinks acrylic binder for laundry durability. Lowers cure to 300°F (150°C). |
| Softener MG | 1–4% | Enhances fabric penetration — helps ink bond deeper into fibers for improved softness |
| Thickener B | 0.25–1% | Increases viscosity — thickens ink for halftone dot control |
| RV Additive | 1–3% | Reduces viscosity — thins ink for better flow and fabric penetration |
| Quick Additive | 6–9% | All-in-one: Retarder MG + Fixer WF-N + Softener MG — one additive instead of three |
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Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Matsui Kombat White |
| Product Code | WS0545 |
| SKU | MAT Kombat White |
| Type | Brightest Standalone Water-Based White Ink for Performance Fabric Screen Printing |
| Binder Chemistry | Acrylic |
| Opacity | Very High — the brightest, most opaque standalone white in the Matsui lineup |
| Recommended Mesh Count | 160/inch (63/cm) |
| Cure Temperature | 320°F (160°C) |
| Flash Temperature | 160°F (71°C) — decreases with deposit thickness |
| Finish | Bright white — bold, high-impact visual appearance |
| Hand Feel | Silky soft |
| Elasticity | Excellent |
| Substrates | Performance fabrics, Dri-Fit, high-stretch polyester blends, cotton |
| Dark Polyester | For dark-colored polyester, print Under Base Blocker first, flash, then apply Kombat White. |
| Fixer / Wash Fastness | Fixer WF-N at 1–5% |
| Mixing with Neo Pigments | Compatible with up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments for custom colors |
| Squeegee | Medium hardness, sharp blade, 45° angle, medium speed |
| Emulsion | Direct or indirect, water-resistant |
| Viscosity Modification | None required — prints straight from the bucket |
| Storage | 65°F to 95°F (18°C to 35°C). Avoid direct sunlight. |
| Cleanup | Water and mild soap or detergent |
| Available Sizes | Quart, Gallon, 4 Gallon, 55 Gallon |
| Certifications | OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified. CPSIA and HR4040 compliant. |
| Formulation | PVC-free, phthalate-free, no co-solvents |
| Technical Documents | Technical Data Sheet |
Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I overprint Kombat White with other colors?
⚠️ No. Kombat White is specifically designed as a top-layer standalone white only. It is not formulated for overprinting. If you need a high-opacity white underbase that you can overprint with color layers, use Stretch White 301 instead.
What does ‘anti-foil sticky’ mean?
Anti-foil sticky means Kombat White’s cured surface resists adhesion from foil sheets during heat-press foil transfer processes. Foil will not stick to Kombat White prints, which is critical in multi-process production that involves both screen printing and foil application on the same garment.
Should I use Kombat White or Stretch White?
Choose Kombat White when maximum brightness and visual impact are non-negotiable and you are printing standalone white (not overprinting). Choose Stretch White when you need a high-opacity white that also works as an underbase for overprinting colors, or when you need a wider mesh range (up to 180 vs. Kombat’s 160).
Is Kombat White good for mixing custom colors?
Yes — add up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments to Kombat White for custom bright pastel colors. The high-opacity white base produces vivid, saturated custom tones on dark fabrics.
What mesh count should I use?
Use mesh up to 160/inch (63/cm). See the product description for specific guidance on mesh selection for dark garments vs. standard production.
Do I need to add anything to this ink before printing?
No. Kombat White prints straight from the bucket with no viscosity modifications required. Optional additives (Retarder MG, Fixer WF-N, Quick Additive) are available for fine-tuning specific applications.
Is it safe for children’s garments and major brand RSL compliance?
Yes. OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, CPSIA and HR4040 compliant. Meets all RSLs for major brands. PVC-free, phthalate-free, formaldehyde-free.
Can I mix custom colors?
Yes — add up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments to Kombat White to create custom pastel and tinted colors.
Questions? We’re here to help.
Call us at (512) 454-0505 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm CT
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