Kromastar
Applications
Coated papers, posters, display boards, corrugated boards, wood, hardboard etc. Recommendations made by Kromex are to help you match the ink to a particular job - Never start a print run without first doing a test print and being sure that the chosen ink matches your expectations.
Recommendations made by Kromex are to help you match the ink to a particular job, our suggestions are to assist you and do not amount to a guarantee - Never start a print run without first doing a test print and being sure that the chosen ink matches your expectations.

Thinning
KromaStar inks should be thinned using Thinner 403. For detailed work and hand bench use, Detail Thinner 460 or Retarder 424 as part or all of the thinner. KromaStar inks can be thinned up to 30%. To reduce the gloss level of KromaStar use Matting Thinner 461 between 5% and 20% until the desired finish is achieved. If consistency needs to be retained, we recommend using up to 5% (but no more than 10% as this may affect adhesion) of Gel Retarder 411.

Coverage
The coverage and opacity achieved with KromaStar inks is greatly influenced by the amount of added Thinner/Retarder and absorbency of the substrate. Using a 120 T Mesh and Thinning 25% an approximate coverage of 70 m2/ltr may be expected.

Drying
Drying is by solvent evaporation and is influenced by the thinner used and the temperature and velocity of the air over the print. Allow the ink to dry thoroughly before stacking.

Cleaning
We recommend that you use Screenwash 101 or Screenwash Extra 103 for cleaning up. Where Health & Safety is foremost we advise the use of KromaFresh 106. A non hazardous, biodegradable screenwash that has a citrus aroma, making the workplace a better place to be. To remove any stains that may occur use KromaStain 540, a very efficient stain remover that will leave your screens looking new again, used regularly, 540 will prolong the life of your mesh.

Health & Safety
The standard range of KromaStar inks comply with EN71 although we do make lead based alternatives where EN71 is not required. For further information refer to the Health & Safety sheet.