Solvent-Based Inks

SunColour solvent-based inks are formulated for flexographic and rotogravure printing on various polymer films, aluminum foil, metallized surfaces, and paper. Depending on the printing method and substrate, these products deliver high color strength, controlled drying, suitable adhesion, heat resistance, and consistent performance at high press speeds.

Features of SunColour Solvent-Based Inks

Suitable for flexographic and rotogravure printing systems

Good color strength and adhesion on a variety of polymer films

Suitable for surface printing and lamination applications

Compatible with high-speed printing presses

Ink properties can be adjusted using specialized additives, lacquers, and varnishes

SOLVENT-BASED FLEXO AND ROTOGRAVURE INKS

Types of Solvent-Based Inks

Solvent-Based Flexographic Inks

Flexographic Lamination Ink for PE and BOPP

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrates	PE, BOPP, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High color strength, controlled drying, and suitability for high-speed printing presses and anilox systems

Flexographic Surface Printing Ink for PE and BOPP

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrates	PE, BOPP, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High color strength, controlled drying, and suitability for surface printing with anilox rollers on high-speed presses

Flexographic Lamination Ink for PE/PE Structures

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrate	PE
Features	High color strength, controlled drying, and consistent performance with minimal issues during printing and lamination

Flexographic Printing Ink for PE

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrate	PE
Features	High color strength, controlled drying, compatibility with high-volume anilox rollers, and assistance in controlling the coefficient of friction of the printed surface

Flexographic Ink for PE Shrink Film

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrate	PE shrink film
Application	Designed for flexographic printing on polyethylene shrink packaging

Flexographic Ink for PE and Woven PP Bags

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrates	PE and woven bags made from polypropylene (PP) fibers
Features	Designed for printing on polyethylene surfaces and woven bags while controlling friction on the printed surface

Flexographic Lamination Ink for PET

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrate	PET polyester
Features	High color strength, controlled drying, high heat resistance, and excellent adhesion in laminated structures

Multipurpose Flexographic Lamination Ink

Printing System	Flexography
Main Printing Substrates	BOPP, PE, PET, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High color strength, controlled drying, and suitability for high-speed anilox systems and printing presses

Solvent-Based Rotogravure Inks

Full PU Rotogravure Lamination Ink

Printing System	Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrates	BOPP, PE, PET, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High heat resistance and suitable adhesion in lamination
Composition	Free from NC and PVC

Rotogravure Lamination Ink for PE and BOPP

Printing System	Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrates	BOPP, PE, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High heat resistance and suitable adhesion in laminated structures

Rotogravure Printing Ink for PE and BOPP

Printing System	Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrates	BOPP, PE, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High heat resistance and excellent adhesion to printing substrates

Rotogravure Lamination Ink for PET

Printing System	Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrate	PET polyester
Features	High color strength, suitable heat resistance, and good adhesion in lamination applications

Multipurpose Rotogravure Lamination Ink

Printing System	Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrates	BOPP, PE, PET, primed aluminum foil, and paper
Features	High color strength and adhesion with suitable heat resistance

Solvent-Based Printing Ink for Shaped PET Surfaces

Printing System	Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrate	Formed, rounded, and curved PET polyester
Application	Designed for printing on shaped and curved PET surfaces

Solvent-Based Ink for Paper Printing

Printing System	Flexography and Rotogravure
Main Printing Substrate	Paper
Application	Suitable for surface printing and extrusion polymer coating applications

Solvent-Based Color Concentrates

NC Concentrate for Flexography and Rotogravure

Product Type	NC-based solvent-borne concentrate
Printing System	Flexography and Rotogravure
Application	Color bases for dispensing systems, in accordance with European Union safety guidelines

Flexographic NC Concentrate with Slow-Drying Solvent

Product Type	NC-based solvent-borne concentrate
Printing System	Flexography
Features	Color base for dispensing systems using slow-drying solvents, in accordance with European Union safety guidelines

Solvent-Based Ink Additives

Solvent-based ink additives are used to adjust print performance, improve surface durability and adhesion, control slip, and increase resistance to heat, moisture, and freezing conditions.

Additive Name	Addition Rate	Applications and Usage Notes
Surface Resistance Enhancer	Maximum 10%	Improves scratch and abrasion resistance of the printed surface. Use above 10% may cause a matte finish.
Freeze and Water Resistance Enhancer	Maximum 20%	Improves the printed surface's resistance to cold and moisture.
Adhesion and Scratch Resistance Enhancer	Maximum 10%	Improves adhesion and scratch resistance of the printed surface.
Heat Resistance Enhancer	Maximum 10%	Maintains the heat resistance of the printed surface. Use above 10% may reduce product effectiveness.
Slip Additive	4–6%	Used to adjust the coefficient of friction and slip properties of printed polyethylene surfaces.
Surface Printability Enhancer	5–10%	Improves printability and ink performance on the substrate while helping retain the print's resistance properties.
Printed Surface Additive	Maximum 5%	Improves abrasion resistance and ink uniformity on the printed surface.
TAA-Free Adhesion Promoter	Maximum 5%	Improves adhesion of the printed surface. To prevent blocking, use on surfaces that have undergone corona treatment on both sides is not recommended.

Note: The stated percentages are maximum or recommended usage ranges. The precise amount of each additive should be determined according to the ink type, printing substrate, press speed, and desired properties.

Solvent-Based Lacquers and Varnishes

SunColour solvent-based lacquers and varnishes are designed to promote adhesion, protect printed surfaces, adjust gloss or matte finishes, and improve resistance to heat, scratches, and chemicals.

Product Name	Printing System	Main Substrates	Features and Applications
Primer Lacquer for Metallized Surfaces	Rotogravure	Aluminum foil and metallized films	Promotes adhesion on aged metallized substrates and is suitable for printing pharmaceutical tablet blister packaging
Primer Lacquer for Metallized BOPP	Flexography and Rotogravure	Aluminum foil and metallized BOPP	Creates and improves adhesion on metallized BOPP and aluminum foil
Protective Lacquer Against Cold-Seal Adhesive	Rotogravure	BOPP, metallized BOPP, metallized film, and aluminum foil	Prevents roll blocking and ink pickup by cold-seal adhesive when the package is opened
Heat-Seal Lacquer	Flexography and Rotogravure	Aluminum foil, PET, PS, and PVC	Suitable for PET/PS and aluminum foil/PVC composite structures
Gloss Overprint Varnish (OPV)	Flexography and Rotogravure	Aluminum foil, coated paper, metallized OPP, PE, and BOPP	Protects printed surfaces, provides high gloss and suitable abrasion resistance; can be used for pearlized and transparent OPP bottle labels
Matte Overprint Varnish	Flexography and Rotogravure	Aluminum foil, coated paper, metallized OPP, PE, and BOPP	Provides a matte finish with excellent scratch resistance
Ultra-Matte Overprint Varnish	Flexography and Rotogravure	Aluminum foil, coated paper, metallized OPP, PE, and BOPP	Provides an ultra-matte finish with excellent scratch resistance
Heat-Resistant Protective Varnish for PET	Flexography and Rotogravure	PET polyester	Protective overprint coating with high heat resistance
Gloss Protective Varnish for PET	Flexography and Rotogravure	PET polyester	Provides gloss and suitable scratch resistance
Matte Protective Varnish for PET	Flexography and Rotogravure	PET polyester	Provides a matte finish and suitable scratch resistance
Ultra-Matte Varnish for PET	Flexography and Rotogravure	PET polyester	Provides an ultra-matte finish and suitable scratch resistance
Chemical-Resistant Matte Varnish	Flexography and Rotogravure	OPP, BOPP, COEX OPP, HDPE, LDPE, CPP, PET, and paper	Provides a matte finish with suitable scratch and chemical resistance
Chemical-Resistant Gloss Varnish	Flexography and Rotogravure	OPP, BOPP, COEX OPP, HDPE, LDPE, CPP, PET, and paper	Provides a glossy finish with suitable scratch and chemical resistance
Clear UV Lacquer	Rotogravure	Various standard and retort packaging formats	Provides suitable UV cutting performance and is compatible with lamination; suitable for a broad range of standard to retort packaging without a hardener

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Selecting the Right Solvent-Based Ink

Choosing the right solvent-based ink depends on the printing system, substrate material, surface-printing or lamination application, press speed, anilox or cylinder specifications, and required resistance properties.

SunColour's specialists are available to provide technical guidance on choosing inks, additives, lacquers, and varnishes to suit your printing conditions and packaging structure.

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