Hydra White 120 E is a flexible, water-based white ink designed to be used a stand-alone white, or as an underbase for Virus Inks, when printing on 100% Cotton fabrics.
Hydra White 120 E produces a very soft, velvety light-hand feel on garments. Specifically formulated to print on 100% Cotton fabrics and up to 305 t/in mesh counts, guaranteeing the softest hand and retention of high quality details with astonishing accuracy.
The Hydra Series inks are created using high technology content but remain very easy to use. Hydra inks ensure extraordinary dot-gain control that allows for the highest printing precision and low ink consumption - saving you more money at the press than other water based inks on the market.
Technical Data Sheet
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Recommended Fabrics
100% Cotton
Ink Application
Ink should be printed right from the container, without modification. If additives are needed, select from the suitable additives below (all additives listed are Formaldehyde and Phthalate Free):
- Reduce Viscosity: Add 3% of HYDRA REDUCER 120
- Improve Wash Resistance and Lower Cure Temperature: Add 3% UNIFIX LC
- Further Improve Screen Stability: Add 3-5% HYDRACRYL RETARDER
Mesh Count
Up to 305 t/in
Emulsion
Any direct or indirect water resistant emulsion
Recommended: CP Tex Emulsion, for use with water based and plastisol inks.
Squeegee
60/90/60 or 70/90/70 Durometer Squeegee, Sharp Edge, 20° Angle
Cure Temperature
320°F (160°C) entire ink film for 90 seconds
Clean-Up
ReadyWash™ Ink Degradent specifically designed for water based inks
Storage
Recommended storage at 65°F to 90°F (18°C to 32°C). Avoid storage in direct sunlight. Keep containers well sealed.
**Recommended Pallet Adhesive: ReadyTack™ Pallet Adhesive is designed to be used with water based, discharge and plastisol inks. ReadyTack™ is more cost-effective than aerosol adhesives and will not break down while printing with water based inks, unlike other adhesives available on the market.***