Multisolve™ IR2 UV LED Ink FAQs
For Direct Jet UV Printers
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What sort of substrate preparation is needed when using these inks?
Use the adhesion promoter when printing on non-porous surfaces like metal, glass, ceramic and rubber. Otherwise, no preparation is needed.
What substrates can I print to? Are there any made specifically for the UV printer?
DCS recommends that all substrates be tested and approved before beginning a job. However, with the use of our Adhesion Promoter, we have successfully printed to glass, brass, aluminum, silver, and stainless steel. Without Promoter, we have also printed to PVC, acrylic, plastic and sealed wood. Because the 1024UV and 1014UV print to nearly all standard materials, there are very few "custom" materials being made for it.
Which of my printed substrates can be kept outdoors?
All. The inks are UV stable.
Can I clean finished pieces with standard cleaning products (Windex®, Pledge®, etc.)?
Yes. The UV inks are resistant to cleaners and solvents.
Do the inks require special storage?
Yes. The inks should be stored at room temperature and inside a cabinet with no light.
Do the inks have a "use by" date?
Inks are viable for 12 months from DOM and 6 months after opening.
What is the drying/curing time for the ink?
The ink is dried virtually instantaneously after printing due to the curing of the UV LED light at the side of the print head.
How will I be able to check to see if the clear ink is flowing through the head?
Using a glossy PVC or similar material will allow you to view the clear ink with a nozzle check. Photo paper or regular paper will not work.