3700 SERIES PIM INK
3700 SERIES PIM INK is two-component ink for insert molding and in-mold-molding.It dries at low temperature and forms flexible ink film with good heat resistance. PIM is environmentally friendly low-odor ink.
Properties
PIM INK dries at low temperature of 80～90℃.
Ink film is tough and flexible, which is suitable for molding.
Good heat resistance that is required for insert molding and in-mold molding.
Mirror effect is not spoiled when used as backing of FUNCOAT Meta-Mirror Ink
Applications Usage
Polycarbonate/PET film for insert molding and in-mold molding, Polycarbonate for name plates
HOW TO USE
Please make the below mixture:
Ink…100
Hardener JA-930…3～10 (standard ratio is 6 parts)
#150～#200 thinner…10～30
When even print cannot be obtained due to static electricity, please use PA thinner up to 5%.
Drying
Tack-free drying …80℃ x 5 minutes
Standard drying …80℃ x 60 minutes
Physical Properties
- Ink…PIM 3790 Black（Meta-Mirror ink HG Silver is printed on the half of the material with the backing of 3790 Black）
- Thinner…#170 standard drying
- Hardener…JA-930(6％)
- Substrate…Teijin Panlite sheet 0.5mm
- Mesh…250/inch
- Drying…80℃ x 60min.
| Test Item | Test Methods | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Adhesion | Cross-hatch, tape-peeling test | 100/100 no peel-off |
| Pencil hardness | JIS K 5400 pencil scratch | B |
| Heat resistance | 100℃ 72 hrs | No problem |
PROPERTIES of MOLDED MATTER
Molded resin … Toray ABS Toyolac 920 Natural
| Test Item | Test Methods | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Humidity resistance | 60℃ 95％RH 168 hours | No problem on the appearance No Peel-off |
| Warm water resistance | Immersion in 40℃ water for 48 hours | No problem on the appearance No Peel-off |
| Heat resistance | 70℃ x 100時間 | No problem on the appearance No Peel-off |
| Heat-cold cycle test | 70℃ → -30℃ 2 hours each x 10 cycles | No problem on the appearance No Peel-off |
Half of the first layer is Meta-Mirror ink HG Silver ＋JA-950(3%) with 3790 as backing. Other half is printed only with 3790 with no mirror ink underneath.
Precautions
- These value above are not guaranteed ones, but test results.
- The contents shown in this information might be revised without notice.
- JA-930 becomes solid by the reaction with humidity. Please keep the lid tightly closed and store it in a cool and dark place. Once the can is opened, the skim may appear during the storage. The product can be used by removing the skim if it’s before expiry date.
- The shelf life of JA-930 is one year after manufacturing date if unopened and three months after opening the container.
- Please refer to MSDS before use.