Ink technology

What does alcohol-based ink mean?
The technological basis of HI-CLASS INK is high-purity ethanol, which acts as a primary carrier medium with an exceptional evaporation rate. This property of the carrier is key to achieving lightning-fast ink fixation: as soon as it hits the surface, the alcohol base evaporates almost immediately, thereby “locking” the dye to the material in an instant.
This physicochemical stabilization process does not require any external drying elements, thus saving energy and space on your line. By using alcohol as a carrier, the ink is able to achieve excellent adhesion on semi-porous and many smooth surfaces without excessive loading or degradation. The result is a precise, dry and high-contrast print immediately after leaving the print head.
  • Ink type: Alcohol-based
  • Available options (Color): ⚪ white (HI-CLASS WHITE) / 🟡 yellow (HI-CLASS YELLOW) / 🔴 red (HI-CLASS RED) / 🔵 blue (HI-CLASS BLUE) / 🟢 green (HI-CLASS GREEN)
  • Drying time: 2–5 seconds
  • Printing distance: up to 5 mm
  • Decap time (Opening time): Extremely long (24h)
  • Shelf life: One year from date of filling
  • Operating conditions: 15 °C to 35 °C

Main Benefits

Why is HI-CLASS INK the best in its class?

 

Applications and uses

Put HI-CLASS INK into practice: which materials is the ink suitable for
Choosing the right ink is the basis for the durability of your marking. We have prepared a clear application matrix for you to help you verify whether HI-CLASS INK is the ideal candidate for your specific surface. The rating takes into account not only the adhesion of the ink, but also its durability in demanding operating conditions. If you are not sure about the compatibility with your specific material, do not hesitate to contact us for a professional consultation or a free print test.

 

Paper
Paper (absorbent)
✔️

Cardboard
Cardboard (absorbent)
✔️

Wood
Wood (absorbent/semi-absorbent)
✔️

Textile
Textile (absorbent/flexible)
⚠️

Plastic
Plastic (non-absorbent)
✔️

Foil
Foil (non-absorbent/flexible)
⚠️

Metal
Metal (non-absorbent)
✔️

Glass
Glass (non-absorbent/smooth)
⚠️

Lak
Lak (non-absorbent surface)
✔️

Conductor
Conductor (non-absorbent/cables)

Guma
Guma (flexible)

Ceramika
Ceramika (hard)
✔️

(Note: ✔️ means excellent or normal compatibility, ❌ means unsuitable, ⚠️ means possible, but depends on the specific surface treatment)

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