{"product_id":"matsui-phantom-clear","title":"Matsui Phantom Clear","description":"\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is Phantom Clear?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ePhantom Clear is an ink that goes on clear and undetectable which works with all colored fabrics that darken with moisture. The effect is for the image printed with Phantom Clear with these compatible fabrics, to be revealed when the fabric around the image area gets darker due to moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Easy to mix and print\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Excellent printability with no viscosity modifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Extremely soft hand feel that PVC inks cannot achieve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Is “PVC Free” and environmentally safe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Print with Phantom Clear Ink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the Garment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarment Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Select light-colored garments for the best results. Phantom Clear ink is invisible until wet, so light athletic colors like heather gray work exceptionally well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePreparing the Screen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMesh Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use standard mesh sizes ranging from 110 to 200.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmulsion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Choose a water\/solvent-resistant emulsion suitable for HSA or Discharge Inks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrinting Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlooding the Screen\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual Printing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flood the screen before and after each print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Printing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the screen is flooded similarly to manual printing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Stroke\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a double print stroke to maximize ink saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlashing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Around Another Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a flash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinting Directly to Fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e: No print-flash-print necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCuring the Print\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuring Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cure the ink at 320 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDryer Dwell Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Set the dryer dwell time to 120 seconds, adjusting based on your dryer's airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures of Phantom Clear Ink\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrintability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Excellent printability without the need for viscosity modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Hand Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides an extremely soft hand feel that PVC inks cannot achieve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e: PVC-free and environmentally safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy following these steps, you can achieve optimal results when printing with Phantom Clear ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecial Recommendations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhantom Clear should be mixed in clean vessels using clean mixing blades and utensils. Any contamination from other ink sources or non-approved additives could make Phantom Clear test positive for restricted PVC’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Phantom Clear can be dry cleaned or ironed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Use Retarder MG 1-5% to help with open time in the screen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Use Fixer WF-N 1-5% to help with wash fastness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Use Softener MG 1-4% to help penetrate in to the garment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Use Thickener B .25-1% to help thicken the ink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Use RV Additive 1-3% to reduce viscosity\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matsui","offers":[{"title":"Quart","offer_id":45206922494226,"sku":"MPC03","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon","offer_id":49652445872402,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/0062\/2098\/files\/matsui-phantom-clear-294005.png?v=1762487401","url":"https:\/\/mclogasale.com\/products\/matsui-phantom-clear","provider":"McLogan Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}