AquaShield 501 DG

Offline Primer coating for non-absorbent substrate

AquaShield 501 DG is a water-based coating suitable for offline priming application before use on HP Indigo 5000 series machines. The product offers excellent adhesion of Digital printing Inks on non-absorbent substrates and exhibits improvement in ink receptivity, rub resistance and image quality.

  • Performance

    • Gloss : +++

    • Matte : -

    • Block resistance : +++

    • Glueability/Foilability : o

    • Drying speed : +++

    • Double-sided applications : -

    • Rub resistance : +++

    + = low/slow     ++++ = very high/very fast      o = limited, test required ● = suitable                - = not suitable

  • Applications

    • Recommended application weight 4-6 g/m²
    • Ideally suited for:
      • Non-absorbent substrates
      • Single side application
      • Applied by flexography or gravure coating systems
  • Physical Properties

    • Appearance : Opaque liquid

    • Solids : 22% ± 4%

    • Viscosity : 20 ± 4 Sec

    • pH : 0-9.0

  • Storage, Handling & Packaging

    • Storage & Handling : Protect from direct Maintain storage temperature from 5oC to 30oC. Keep containers tightly closed, when not in use

    • Shelf-life : 12 months from the month of manufacture if stored in unopened original packing, between 5oC to 30oC and not exposed to direct sunlight

    • Packing : 20 kg containers

    • Caution : Avoid contact with skin and Use of hand gloves and safetyglasses are recommended

  • Recommendation

    • Circulate or stir well prior to use

    Cleaning

    • Use AniKleen Sol diluted with plain water for initial wash-up of blanket, roller & other parts of the machine

    • Use AniKleen Sol to remove dried coating from the blanket, roller & other parts of the machine

    • Use AniKleen Paste for thorough cleaning of Anilox Roller