Proper UV/LED Ink Storage
The ink jet industry has become heavily reliant on UV curable inks. The versatility and performance of UV curable inks have increased the number of applications that are possible with Ink Jet printing. UV curable inks, by nature are highly reactive mixtures of chemical compounds. Each of these compounds contribute toward the performance of the ink. Being a highly reactive mixture of chemical compounds, the ink must be stored and managed properly. If proper storage and handling is not used, one can expect a shortened shelf life at the best case, and very costly printer damage in the worst case. There are critical physical properties of the ink that must remain within the capability of the printer and the print heads. Let’s review the best practices.
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