UV LED

Introduction to UV and LED Printing Inks

UV Printing Inks:

UV (Ultraviolet) printing inks are specialized inks that cure or dry when exposed to ultraviolet light. This technology is widely used in various printing applications due to its fast curing time, which enhances production speed and efficiency. The UV light causes a photochemical reaction, solidifying the ink almost instantly. This process allows for high-quality, durable prints on a wide range of substrates, including paper, plastic, glass, and metal. UV inks are also known for their vibrant colors, high gloss finish, and resistance to smudging, scratching, and fading.

LED Printing Inks:

LED (Light Emitting Diode) printing inks are a type of UV ink cured using LED light rather than traditional UV lamps. This technology offers several advantages, including lower energy consumption, longer lamp life, and reduced heat emission, making it suitable for heat-sensitive materials. LED curing provides the same benefits as UV curing, such as instant drying and high-quality prints, but with added environmental and operational efficiency. The precise and consistent light output of LED lamps ensures uniform curing, leading to superior print quality and reduced waste.

Both UV and LED printing inks are revolutionizing the printing industry by providing faster, more efficient, and environmentally friendly printing solutions. They are ideal for high-volume printing operations, offering excellent adhesion, durability, and versatility across various materials and applications.

Code	Base	Colour	Curing Conditions	Tack	Remarks
UV Series	UV	Process Colors Pantone Colors Special Colors	Distance of the lamp 10-15cm, 240w/cm * 3 lamp	10-30	• UV offset ink can be used directly, Inks cannot be added additives used in ordinary inks.
					• Can add 1-5% UV ink reducer to reduce viscosity.
					• Can add UV tinting medium (clear ink) to reduce color concentration.
					• Please use UV special rubber roller or UV ordinary dual-use rubber roller.
					• Good adhesion (base coat required) and good flexibility, can be used in general line, food cans and crowns, etc.
UV – DD Series	UV	Process Colors Pantone Colors Special Colors	Distance of the lamp 10-15cm, 240w/cm * 3 lamp	10-30	• Excellent Deep Draw and Light Fast properties specially in Yellow and Magenta and special colours
					• All other properties same like UV Series
LED Series	LED	Process Colors Pantone Colors Special Colors	Distance of the lamp ≦ 5cm, Intensity of light ≥ 4 W/cm2	10-30	• LED offset ink can be used directly, Inks cannot be added additives used in ordinary inks.
					• Can add 1-5% LED ink reducer to reduce viscosity.
					• Can add LED tinting medium (clear ink) to reduce color concentration.
					• Good adhesion (base coat required) and good flexibility, can be used in general line, food cans and crowns, etc.
					• Please use LED special roller or LED ordinary dual-purpose roller.
LED – DD Series	LED	Process Colors Pantone Colors Special Colors	Distance of the lamp ≦ 5cm, Intensity of light ≥ 4 W/cm2	10-30	• Excellent Deep Draw and Light Fast properties specially in Yellow and Magenta and special colours
					• All other properties same like LED Series