AlcoFount NX

Premium, one step fountain solution concentrate for sheet-fed presses

AlcoFount NX is a unique one step alcohol eliminating fountain solution concentrate designed for sheet-fed presses with alcohol & integrated dampening systems.

    • Completely eliminates the use of alcohol; enables to "Go Green"
    • Compatible with Conventional, UV & Metallic Inks; Universal application
    • Digital & Analog plate safe; zero plate cancellation
    • Compatible with all alcohol dampening systems; reduces IPA inventory
    • Enables fast: clean-up & ink-water balance; reduced start-up wastage
    • Effective biocide system; prolongs bath life & reduced effluent generation
    • Designed to achieve optimum water settings; ensures sharper & denser prints
    • Depending on usage condition, add between 2% ~ 4% concentrate in water (20 ml ~ 40 ml concentrate in one litre of water).
    • Ideal dilution depends on press speed, type of dampening system, ink type and paper quality
    • Use a freshly calibrated conductivity meter, for accurate dosing Ensure that the mixed fount solution is within ± 100 μs of the pre-determined mix
    • To ensure optimum tray life, thoroughly clean the dosing, circulation and feeding systems with Fount System Cleaner and deglaze ink train and dampening rubber rollers, before charging freshly mixed

     

    Properties & Positioning

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    Chemical Composition
    Contains Drying Additivesx
    Contains Corrosion Inhibitors
    Contains Defoamers

    Technical Properties
    Typical Dosage(%)2~4 %
    pH @ 2% in DM water (25oC)4.50 - 4.70
    Conductivity @ 2% in
    DM water (25oC)
    1300 - 1900ms
    IPA Dosing RangeNA

    Ink Related

    Compatibility
    Conventional Inks
    UV
    Metallic Inks
     
    Press Related

    Application
    Business Forms Web
    Coldset Webx
    Heatset Webx
    Sheet-fed

    Dampening Systems
    Coldset Brushx
    Coldset Sprayx
    Coldset Turbox
    Heatset - Non Contactx
    Heatset - Contactx
    Sheet-fed Alcohol Damp
    Sheet-fed Conventional

    Physical Properties (Concentrated)

    AppearanceColourless - Pale yellow Liquid
    Specific Gravity1.08 - 1.11@ 28C

    Plate Compatibility

    Thermal PlatesViolet PlatesAnalog Plates
    All BrandsAll BrandsAll Brands

    Water Compatibility

    Soft Water
    Alkalinity < 25 ppm
    Medium Water
    Alkalinity < 150 ppm
    Hard Water
    Alkalinity upto
    300 ppm
    Very Hard Water
    Alkalinity > 300
    ppm
    x
     
    • Storage & Handling : Protect from direct Store at moderate temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep the containers tightly closed when not in use. The use of safety gloves is recommended. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
    • Shelf-life : 12 months from the date of manufacture
    • Pack Size : 05 & 20 litres

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