QT-THIX is a ready-to-use, SBQ-photopolymer direct emulsion formulated for the production of thick stencils for manufacturing and decorating applications requiring ultra-thick ink-film deposits through coarse mesh using plastisol, water-based, or non-aggressive solvent inks and pastes. These applications include high density, puff, and lenticular effects for imprinted sportswear; peelable solder masks in the electronics industry; false mosaic and leading effects for glass and ceramic decorating; and screen printed gaskets and seals. QT-THIX’s extremely high viscosity (60,000 CPS) provides superb coating control. Its high solids content (52%) results in excellent mesh bridging on coarse mesh, and fast drying. Its red color affords easy stencil inspection. QT-THIX stencils are extremely durable and will not become tacky under high humidity conditions. Even very thick QT-THIX stencils hold printing details well. QT-THIX is easy to reclaim.
BENEFITS
High viscosity
Easier to control during coating
Thick stencils without face coats
Very fast exposing
Dependable polymerization assures durability and ink resistance
Water resistant
Resists plastisols and most washup solvents
Will not become tacky under high humidity conditions
Excellent wet strength during lengthy washout
High (52%) solids content
Excellent build per coat
Better mesh bridging on coarse screens
Lower RZ value yields sharper printed edges
Red color
Easy stencil insepction, even on colored mesh
Shelf Life
Unopened: 1 year at 70º F (21º C)
FORMATSFormats
QT-THIX is available in 28 ounce, 1 (US)-gallon, 5-gallon, and 50-gallon units (0.03, 3.78, ≈ 18.9, and ≈189.2 liters, respectively). 28 ounce units are packaged 12 per case; 1-gallon units are packaged 4 per carton; 5 and 50 U.S. gallon units are packaged individually.
COLOR : Red
SOLIDS : 52%
VISCOSITY : 60,000 cps
SENSITIZER : SBQ
SOLVENT RESISTANCE : Mild
WATER RESISTANCE : Poor
SHELF LIFE : 1 year in cool, dry storage
