Sapphire® SI Series Ink
SI Series ink is a 2 component ink specifically designed to print on silicone rubber parts. It can be applied by either screen or pad printing. The SI Series is opaque, glossy, flexible, and exceptionally resistant to abrasion. SI Series Inks are available in 8 standard colors. It is ideal for wristbands, buttons for controllers, touch pads and various promotional items which can pose a challenge when printing with other solvent based inks.
Product families
- Other Inks
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Sapphire
- Color
Black, Brown, Green, Magenta, Opaque, Orange, Pink, White, Yellow; Black; Brown; Green; Magenta; Opaque; Orange; Pink; White; Yellow
- Features
Excellent Opacity, Fast Drying, Flexible, Good Abrasion Resistance, High Gloss
- Application Area
- Electrical Components
- Application Method
- Pad Printing, Screen Coating
- Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
- Silicone
- Compliance
The SI Series Ink is classified as NT (non-toxic) and are formulated with pigments which are free from heavy metals. Safety Data Sheets are available according to UE regulation. Main indications are carried on the product label. Not suitable for contact with food (not conform to FDA).
- Product Type
- 2K (2 Component) Ink
- Technology
- Ready-to-Use Products
- Drying Process
Silicone Ink must be dried at 93-121°C (200-250°F) for 8-10 minutes.
- Product Features
- Very Flexible
- Fast Drying
- Withstand High Heat
- Pad Or Screen Printable
- High Abrasion Resistance
- Glossy Finish
- Shades Available
- Standard Shades - 15
- Metallic Shades - 2
- Pot Life
- Hardner: 10% Solvent: 10%-15%
- Application Methods
- Pad Printing
- Screen Coating
- Storage Condition
Separate components may be stored in closed containers up to one year at room temperature (72°F).
- Substrate Material
- Silicone
- Typical Applications
- Promotional products
- Wrist bands
- Buttons for controllers
- Touch pads
- Ready to Use Product Features
- Excellent Opacity
- Fast Drying
- Flexible
- Good Abrasion Resistance
- High Gloss
- Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
- Silicone
