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emulsion
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4 - traditional diazo wr & sr 5 - dual-cure 7 - dir-ad direct addition 8 - solo pre-sensitized 1-pt 9 - dir-ex direct exposure 9 - projection
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films
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16 - Fotecap 18 - tecno high density film 19 - Fotecfoil inkjet film 20 - Fotecfilm indirect film 21 - Fotecmask knife-cut masking film
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chemicals
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24 - frame adhesives 25 - mesh preps & degreasers 26 - hardeners 27 - screen fillers 28 - remover/decoaters 29 - ghost removers 30 - cleanmix 31 - screen clean
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auxiliaries 34 - exposure calculator 34 - 21 step calculator 35 - speed tape 35 - coating trough 35 - brush
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dear reader This new FOTECO brochure, composed by SAATI, is the proof for the continuity of the FOTEC philosophy. High quality standards coupled with technical support for the stencil making industry and a long standing reliability are and will remain the pillars for the future. Personally I am very proud to realize that the brand FOTECO will flourish under the skilful guidance of SAATI. For over 50 years I enjoyed the developments of the screen industry. The printing process survives and this updated FOTECO brochure .will certainly assist you in choosing the right FOTECO product. Henri Kunz
FOTECOAT EMULSION
develop an appreciation
for the full range of
fotecoat emulsion
FOTECOAT emulsions employ the full spectrum of available technologies. They utilize diazo, dual-cure and photopolymer chemistry, as well as specially formulated solutions for difficult applications. FOTECOAT emulsions are available that meet the needs of all industry segments. They are used for printing all types of inks, as well as patterning functional materials for manufacturing components and appliances. There are emulsions and solutions available to satisfy the demands of the total screen printing community around the world. FOTECOAT emulsions are based on Swiss technology and crafted with precision using state of the art materials in ISO accredited facilities. Whatever your requirement there is a FOTECOAT emulsion that provides a solution and is supplied with the continued level of technical support that makes Foteco a leading and dependable brand.
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traditional DIAZO EMULSION
fotecoat 1569
SUITED FOR ALL but the most aggressive SOLVENT-based inks ÎÎPurple diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 33% solids content* ÎÎGood resolution and definition ÎÎReclaims easily even after use with the most aggressive solvents
fotecoat 1570
Fast exposing solvent resistant emulsion high moisture resistance ÎÎBlue diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 33% solids content ÎÎShort exposure time ÎÎWorks well with inkjet film positives (CtF)
fotecoat 1636
Fast exposing emulsion for textiles - Fine Mesh ÎÎLight purple diazo emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 36% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, good transparency, high mechanical resistance
fotecoat 1664 CLEAR
fotecoat 1771
fotecoat 1669
fotecoat 1772 SD
Clear emulsion for textiles - coarse mesh ÎÎClear diazo emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 33% solids ÎÎLonger exposure than 1636, but easier to decoat
for textile printing - coarse mesh ÎÎPurple diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 33% solids content ÎÎLonger exposure than 1636, but easier to decoat ÎÎWorks well with inkjet film positives (CtF)
very high resolution emulsion for industrial printing like PCB, bottle printing ÎÎBlue diazo emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 25% solids content ÎÎSlightly faster exposure than 1711, semi-matt surface ÎÎEven higher print resistance (harder) than 1711, and very high resolution/definition
Clear with separate dye ÎÎClear diazo emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 30% solids ÎÎIdeal for extra high definition with excellent wet hardness ÎÎHigh resolution/ definition
fotecoat 1711
very high resolution emulsion for PCB and industrial printing ÎÎPurple diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 25% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, easier to decoat than 1771, moisture resistant ÎÎEven higher solvent resistance than 1771 and very high resolution/definition
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*All solids content numbers reflect solids after mixing
dualcure EMULSION
fotecoat 1010
fast exposing emulsion (Cts) for graphics printing ÎÎLight purple dualcure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 36% solids content ÎÎWorks well with solvent-based inks and co-solvent systems including water-based and aqueous UV ÎÎHighest resolution and definition, very low Rz value
fotecoat 1015 wr
For textile printing: T-shirts and banners – fine mesh ÎÎBlue dual-cure emulsion, high water resistance and suitable for sublimation inks ÎÎLow viscosity and 41% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, high mechanical resistance, well suited for CtF
fotecoat 1019
fotecoat 1025
fotecoat 1020
fotecoat 1030
Ideal for half tone and fine line printing – very universal ÎÎPurple (or blue) dualcure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 36% solids content ÎÎWorks well with solvent-based inks and co-solvent systems including water-based and aqueous UV ÎÎSlower exposing than 1010, superb resolution and definition
fastest dual cure emulsion, designed for CtS ÎÎPurple dualcure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 27% solids content ÎÎWorks well for solvent-based inks, co-solvent systems including water based and aqueous UV inks ÎÎEven faster exposing than 1010, high resolution and definition
For flatbed textile printing, works well for CtS ÎÎBlue triple cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 41% solids content ÎÎSuitable for plastisol, water-based and discharge printing ink ÎÎHigh resolution, same resistance as 1099, but lower in price and faster in exposure
For graphic and industrial application with long print runs – low friction ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion with high resolution ÎÎMedium viscosity and 35% solids content ÎÎControlled particle size results in excellent print definition on any mesh ÎÎAfter drying, lacks the tackiness typical for dual-cure emulsions
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dualcure EMULSION
fotecoat 1060
For Glass industry, where the slip/ non-stick feature results in improved durability under abrasive stress ÎÎBlue, dual-cure emulsion with very high water resistance ÎÎVery high viscosity and 42% solids content ÎÎExcellent definition ÎÎUpon drying, lacks the tackiness typical of dual-cure emulsion - meaning less image distortion from vacuum blanket, less wear on stencil and squeegee, easier registration
fotecoat 1065
for textile printing with coarse mesh ÎÎLight blue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 46% solids content ÎÎWell suited for coarse mesh (up to ÎÎ18 t/cm); printing for high ink deposit Short exposure, excellent see-through stencil
fotecoat 1068
Textile printing with inks containing water and solvents ÎÎPurple or blue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 41% solids content ÎÎFast exposure - ready to print screens can be post-exposed to increase printing resistance ÎÎIdeal for plastisol, glass and ceramic printing
fotecoat 1069
Glass printing – very high Water Resistance and Solvent resistance – good flexibility ÎÎBlue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 41% solids content ÎÎFast exposure - ready to print screens can be post-exposed to increase printing resistance ÎÎHigher flex than 1068 -suited for glass and abrasive inks
fotecoat 1070 matt
Ideal for half tone and fine line printing, matt surface suited for CtF ÎÎPurple dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 38% solids content ÎÎFast exposing and resists most inks containing both solvent and water ÎÎWell suited for use with inkjet film positives
*All solids content numbers reflect solids after mixing
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fotecoat 1072
for bottle printing with solvent based inks, makes very flexible stencils ÎÎPurple dual-cure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 34% solids content ÎÎFast exposing and humidity resistant ÎÎEconomic and excellent resolution/definition
fotecoat 1075
emulsion especially for abrasive ink ÎÎPurple dual-cure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity with 29% solids content ÎÎWorks best with glass and ceramic printing
fotecoat 1079
for industrial print segments that demand maximum stencil accuracy and print definition ÎÎLight blue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 24% solids content ÎÎExtra high solvent resistance and extra high resolution ÎÎViscosity is ideal for thin polyester or metal mesh
fotecoat 1099
Produces permanent, waterproof stencils for textile printing - Triple cure ÎÎBlue triple cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 43% solids content ÎÎHigh-resolution emulsion designed for textile printing applications ÎÎUnique triple-cure technology results in outstanding mechanical resistance and durability ÎÎNot reclaimable after catalysing with FOTECHEM 2119
Dir-AD EMULSION
Fotecoat dir-ad range
DIR-AD stands for Direct Addition. These products are mixed by pouring the recommended amount of diazo directly into the emulsion and stirring.
fotecoat 1915 WR
For textile printing: T-shirts and banners – fine mesh ÎÎLight purple dualcure emulsion, high water resistance and suitable for sublimation inks ÎÎLow viscosity and 41% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, high mechanical resistance, well suited for CtF
fotecoat 1920 K
For ceramic inks printing on tiles ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion with excellent see through stencils ÎÎLow viscosity and 42% solids content ÎÎShort exposure; high mechanical and water resistance
fotecoat 1930 m
For ceramic inks printing on tiles in single, double and third fire ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion which produces matt stencil surface with high contrast ÎÎLow viscosity and 46% solids content ÎÎVery short exposure, extra high resistance ÎÎHigh resolution with excellent mesh bridging
fotecoat 1970
Ideal for half tone and fine line printing –universal ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion with high contrast ÎÎLow viscosity and 33% solids content ÎÎEconomic and universal (ideal for most ink systems)
fotecoat 1975
For universal use in glass or graphic application ÎÎAquamarine dualcure emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 38% solids content ÎÎExposure time is relatively long to achieve best possible resolution coupled with an extended latitude
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SOLO 1pt pre-sensitized EMULSION
Fotecoat solo range
ÎÎReady to use - presensitized ÎÎNo mixing needed (diazo-free) ÎÎNo degassing needed (don’t pour back into same can)
ÎÎShelf life of 2 years ÎÎAvoid day or stray light, use only in yellow safelight conditions
fotecoat 1811
fotecoat 1838
fotecoat 1834
fotecoat 1840
fotecoat 1835
fotecoat 1845
fotecoat 1836 wr
fotecoat 1850
Solvent Resistant, ideal for printing UV lacquer ÎÎMagenta, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 29% solid content ÎÎFor all mesh counts and exposure methods ÎÎEconomical ÎÎFast wash out, excellent resistance to solvent based inks
For textile printing and thick stencils ÎÎLight green, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 40% solid content ÎÎWater resistant only, extra short exposure time, for dyed mesh ÎÎIdeal as backing emulsion to make thick, water resistant stencils with TECNO films
For production of extra thick stencils in textile industry ÎÎDark purple, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎExtra high viscosity and 58% solids content ÎÎFor very coarse mesh; coat wet in wet without dropping down thanks to extra high viscosity ÎÎStencil thicknesses of approx. 100 - 2000 microns can be achieved, depending on fabric type and number
Super WateR resistant emulsion for textile printing, for CtS or CtF ÎÎRed, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 36% solids content with extra short exposure time ÎÎLess resolution than 1838, but even higher print runs possible ÎÎWell suited for use with inkjet film positives (CtF) or CtS
fotecoat 1837
For production of thick stencils in textile industry ÎÎPink, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎExtra high viscosity and 52% solids content ÎÎSame as 1835 but easier to coat due to lower viscosity
For Food or textile printing (discharge inks) ÎÎRed, presensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 38% solids content ÎÎIdeal for discharge inks (additional diazo increases resistance) ÎÎIdeal for food, due to lack of Diazo, phthalates or acrylates
For printing with solvent based inks and thick stencils ÎÎLight green, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 41% solid content ÎÎSolvent resistant only, extra short exposure time, for dyed mesh ÎÎIdeal as backing emulsion to make thick, water resistant stencils with TECNO films
For production of extra thick stencils – for solvent and water based inks ÎÎBlue, presensitized emulsion ÎÎExtra high viscosity and 49% solids content ÎÎFor very coarse mesh; coat wet on wet without dropping thickness thanks to extra high viscosity ÎÎStencil thicknesses of approx. 100 - 1500 microns can be achieved, depending on fabric type and count
Extra fast, Solvent Resistant emulsion ÎÎGrey-blue, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 36% solids content results in high resolution with precise stencil edge sharpness ÎÎVery fast exposure time: approximately double the fastest Diazo emulsion 1020
fotecoat 1855 uv
High solid low viscosity – ideal for UV inks ÎÎBlue, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 61% solids content ÎÎCoating only once on print side of 150-34 mesh results in 5 um EOM and 8 um Rz value
fotecoat 1860
Solvent Resistant, very easy to reclaim, economic ÎÎGreen or purple, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 35% solids content ÎÎWell suited for use with inkjet film positives (CtF)
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dir-ex & projection EMULSION
dir-ex emulsion fotecoat 1410 sr
Only SR, for graphic printers with CtS equipment ÎÎLight blue, presensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 24% solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time
fotecoat 1430 wr
water resistant, For textile printers with CtS equipment ÎÎBlue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 35% solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time
fotecoat 1456
For graphic printers with CtS equipment: 20x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎRed, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 33% solids content ÎÎExposure speed makes 1456 ideal for the “very large format” in advertising and general graphics ÎÎEasy reclaiming/non-staining emulsions with maximum sensitivity
fotecoat 1468
For glass printers with CtS equipment: 20x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎBlue, dual cure, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 36% solids content ÎÎResistant to UV-cured, water-based UV-cured and solvent-based ink for the glass market
fotecoat 1833
For textile printers using discharge ink and CtS: 4x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎOrange, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 45% solids content results in excellent print definition ÎÎResistant to discharge inks without adding diazo or hardening with catalyst ÎÎOutstanding abrasion and humidity resistance
fotecoat 1833 BLUE
For textile printers using discharge ink and CtS: 4x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎBlue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎHigh0 viscosity and 45% solids content results in excellent print definition ÎÎResistant to discharge inks without adding diazo or hardening with catalyst ÎÎOutstanding abrasion and humidity resistance
projection emulsion fotecoat 1884 sr
Solvent Resistant, for graphic printers with CtS equipment ÎÎLight blue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 24% solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time
fotecoat 1884 wr
Water Resistant, For textile printers with CtS equipment ÎÎLight blue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 35% solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time
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fotecoat emulsion comparison
traditional diazo SCREEN EMULSIONS
1569
1570 matt
1636
Solids Content Exposure ratio
1664 1669 clear
1711
33%
33%
36%
33%
33%
25%
100%
54%
91%
100% 100%
Colour
P
B
Lp
C
Resolution 1
8
9
5
Definition 2
8
9
Solvent resistance
10
Water resistance Mechanical resistance
1771
DIAZO DIR-AD direct addition
1772 SD
1915 1920 1930 1970 1975
25%
30%
41%
42%
46%
33%
38%
94%
81%
130%
75%
45%
30%
73%
90%
P
P
B
C
lP
B
B
B
A
9
9
9
9
9
9
8
9
9
10
9
9
9
10
9
9
8
8
8
10
10
10
3
4
4
9
8
8
5
4
7
9
9
1
2
10
9
9
3
3
3
9
10
10
8
8
7
8
9
8
8
8
9
9
10
9
10
8
8
Post exposure
NO
NO
NO
NO
No
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Chemical hardening
NO
NO
Yes
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
yes
yes
yes
NO
NO
Ink recommended
A/G
A/G
A/F
A/F
A/F
A/e
A/e
A/e
B/C/D
U
Avoiding of touch-ups
10
9
8
9
8
8
7
7
8
8
8
7
6
Removal
10
9
6
4
6
9
7
7
4
4
3
9
8
Applications
P
CtF
T
T
T
P/o
b/P
b/P
T
C
C
A/b/G A/b/G A/b/G
B/G/P B/G/P
Dualcure SCREEN EMULSIONS
1010
1015 wr
1019
1020
1025
1030
1060
1065
1068
1069
1070 MATT
1072
1075
1079
1099
Solids Content
36%
41%
36%
27%
41%
35%
42%
46%
41%
41%
38%
34%
29%
24%
43%
Exposure ratio
61%
75%
67%
44%
22%
33%
37%
24%
63%
63%
67%
75%
89%
114%
37%
Colour
LP
B
B, P
P
B
B
B
LB
B, P
B
P
P
P
LB
B
Resolution 1
10
8
9
10
8
10
9
7
8
8
9
8
10
9
9
Definition 2
10
9
10
10
8
10
8
7
8
8
10
10
8
7
9
Solvent resistance
9
5
9
9
4
9
9
8
8
8
9
9
10
10
5
Water resistance
8
10
8
8
9
8
10
10
10
10
8
6
9
5
10
Mechanical resistance
8
10
8
8
8
10
10
9
10
10
8
9
5
10
10
YES
YES
YES
YES
yes
yes
yes
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
yes
yes
NO
yes
NO
NO
no
no
yes
yes
yes
yes
NO
yes
yes
no
yes
A/e B/C/D B/C/D a/c
b/u
C
U
g
e
Post exposure Chemical hardening Ink recommended
B/C/D
A/C/D A/C/D b/c/d A/B/G A/B/G
Avoiding of touch-ups
6
7
6
6
6
6
7
7
8
8
6
6
6
6
6
Removal
8
4
8
8
8
8
4
4
4
4
8
9
9
8
8
Applications
P
T/x
P
CtS
t/c
o
g
x
C/T/G
C/G
CtF
B/G/P
G
P
t/C
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fotecoat emulsion comparison
presensitized solo SCREEN EMULSIONS
1811 1833 1833 1834 1835 1836 1837 1838 1840 1845 1850 1855 1860 Blue wr uv
Solids Content
29%
45%
45%
40%
58%
36%
52%
38%
41%
49%
36%
61%
35%
Exposure ratio
80%
7%
8%
21%
---
20%
---
31%
21%
---
19%
83%
29%
Colour
M
O
B
LG
DP
R
P
R
LG
B
GB
B
P, g
Resolution 1
8
9
9
9
--
6
--
6
9
--
9
9
9
Definition 2
8
9
9
10
9
9
9
9
10
9
10
8
9
Solvent resistance
8
9
9
6
3
3
3
3
8
9
9
9
8
Water resistance
2
10
10
8
9
9
9
9
4
6
3
3
3
Mechanical resistance
7
9
9
9
--
8
--
8
9
--
7
9
9
Post exposure
NO
yes
yes
NO
NO
No
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
Chemical hardening
YES
yes
yes
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
NO
A/B/G
a/e
a/e
A/F
A/F
A/F
A/F
A/F
D
A/G
A/B/G
B
B/C/D
Avoiding of touch-ups
7
7
7
7
9
7
9
9
7
9
6
8
7
Removal
9
8
8
7
5
4
5
5
8
5
8
8
7
cts
cts
T/x
T/F
T/X
T/x
P/X
p/x
P/X
O
b/P
Ink recommended
Applications
C/P/X
Presensitized dir-ex SCREEN EMULSIONS
1410 SR
1430 WR
1456
1468 projection
Solids Content
24%
35%
33%
Exposure ratio
---
---
Colour
LB
B
Resolution 1
8
Definition 2
1410 wr
1430 sr
36%
35%
44%
---
---
---
---
R
B
LB
LB
8
8
8
8
8
5
5
9
8
5
5
Solvent resistance
8
2
10
8
2
8
Water resistance
6
10
8
10
10
6
Mechanical resistance
7
8
8
10
8
7
Post exposure
NO
NO
YES
YES
NO
NO
Chemical hardening
YES
YES
NO
yes
yes
yes
Ink recommended
B/g
F
B
e
F
b/g
Avoiding of touch-ups
8
8
8
8
8
8
Removal
8
8
8
6
8
8
CTS
CTS
CtS
CTS
T
o
Applications
Exposure ratio: Reflects light sensitivity % compared to FOTECOAT 1569 (100%) under equal conditions at EOM 16 µm 1: On yellow fabric under ideal conditions. 2: With adequate coating technique on corresponding mesh
INKS: A: Plastisol B: Standard UV C: Aqueous UV D: Solvent/Water E: Water/Solvent F: Water G: Solvent H: Most inks in short runs U: Universal
APPLICATIONS: B: Bottles C: Ceramic F: Food G: Glass P: Printed Circuit T: Textile X: Thick Stencil O: POS CTS: Computer-to-Screen App CTF: Ideal for Inkjet Film
colors A Aquamarine B blue C Clear DP dark purple g Green GB Gray blue LB light blue LG light green LP light purple M Magenta O orange P pink P purple R red
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fotecoat supplemental information COATING GUIDE FOR MANUAL STANDARD COATING METHODS COATING SEQUENCE
DRYING POSITION
PROFILE mesh 120 t/cm
or
1. 2.
1. 2.
Choose coating method in combination with mesh, coating trough and type of FOTECOAT (see Information Chart) to reach the wanted stencil characteristics. Dry thoroughly before exposure. Expose the longest possible (see Exposure Table)
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fotecoat supplemental information
Me sh Pri thick nti ne Ste ng fo ss nc rm i l th t Sn ap hickn ickn ess ess Su off bs tra te
How print quality is affected by physical properties of stencil and mesh
Stencil opening
Stencil opening wider than approx. 1,5 mm Influence of the printing form for the ink deposit
Influence of the printing form for the ink deposit up to 1,5 mm
approx. 0,4 mm
up to 0,4 mm 0,2 mm 0,2 mm
Ink deposit Unexpected ink flow
lder hou ng s Prin ti
Influence of the printing form for the ink deposit
0,2 mm 0,2 mm
Ink deposit
Film stencil thin or thick has a flat surface
Area of mesh influence alone
Ideal printing shoulders allow accurate printing
Printing shoulder offcontact
Screen emulsion causes uneven stencil surface
Stencil in contact with the substrate controls the print
Printing shoulder in contact The thicker the stencil the higher the ink deposit in the stencil edge area
FOTEC AG POB 1123, CH-8700 KĂźsnacht-ZĂźrich, Switzerland Tel: +41 (0)44 913 30 00 Fax: +41 (0)44 910 45 25 info@fotec.ch www.fotec.ch
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fotecfilm products
you’ve got it
covered when you use
fotecFilm products Foteco film products cover the full spectrum of applications. Fotecap direct stencil films include Topaz diazo sensitized products and Zircon photopolymer films with industry leading performance. These are complemented by Tecno films up to 700 micron thickness for specialty printing applications. Fotecfoil inkjet receceptor film allows for generation of inexpensive film positives and enables color separation and imagesetting in-house with fast turn around and high quality. Finally, the Foteco film range also includes Fotecfilm gelatin indirect stencil films and Fotecmask for generation of knifecut film positives.
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fotecap topaz 4100 series
Diazo standard capillary film ÎÎSolvent resistant ÎÎAdheres easily to all stencil sizes and meshes except calendared ÎÎAvailable in dry film thicknesses 18, 22, 25, 29, 40 and 52 µm
saphir 4512
dual-cure capillary film ÎÎFor printing with UV or aqueous UV inks ÎÎShort exposure time with high resolution for halftone printing ÎÎAvailable in dry film thickness 15 µm
zircon 4600 series
Photopolymer capillary film ÎÎQuick exposing photopolymer film ÎÎHigh resolution and great solvent resistance ÎÎAvailable in dry thicknesses of 17, 22 and 27 µm
zircon IP 4800 series
identical profile Photopolymer capillary film ÎÎQuick exposing photopolymer film ÎÎHigh resolution and great solvent resistance ÎÎAvailable in dry thicknesses of 15, 25 and 50 µm
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Zircon IP 4815 resolution and definition
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fotecap
characteristics TOPAZ
zircon
saphir
zircon IP
4118
4122
4125
4128
4135
4150
4512
4615
4620
4625
4815
4825
4850
18
22
25
29
40
52
12
17
22
27
15
25
50
Min. thread # polyester mesh/cm
140
120
90
77
72
34
150
150
120
90
150
90
21
min. thread # Metal mesh /inch
300
280
250
230
200
110
400
325
250
200
400
200
80
40
40
50
60
70
100
30
35
35
60
30
50
100
Film Thickness (microns)
resolution (microns) yellow mesh
resulting stencil thickness on polyester mesh 12
30
7
16
50
43-80 77-55 90-48
4
7
17
28
3
4
6
6
10
8
3
8
12
3
5
10
14
4
120-31
3
6
8
12
22
35
140-31
4
7
8
13
24
-
165-31
5
8
9
14
26
-
2
75
10
5
180-31
exposure time TOPAZ
zircon
saphir
zircon IP
Metal Halide Lamp (seconds) 4118
4122
4125
4128
4135
4150
4512
4615
4620
4625
4815
4825
4850
2000w (100 cm)
140
180
200
250
340
500
75
50
70
90
50
90
220
3000w (100 cm)
95
120
135
170
225
335
50
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60
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135
4000w (100 cm)
70
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100
125
170
250
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25
34
45
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45
100
5000w (100 cm)
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100
135
200
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20
27
35
20
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7000w (100 cm)
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60
70
95
145
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25
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3500w akticop S (100 cm)
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80
100
135
200
30
20
27
35
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35
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125w hpr 60cm
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12
14
18
25
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400w hpr 60cm
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mercury vapor lamp with 4 min warm-up (minutes)
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fotecap tecno
tecno high density film film for high density stencils up to 700 micron ÎÎ Solvent and water resistant ÎÎ To be transferred by direct/indirect method, use FOTECOAT 1840 for solvent based inks or 1834 for water-based medium ÎÎ High fliexibility and transparency ÎÎ Short exposure ÎÎ Decoats easily with normal chemicals applied to squeegee side only
available thicknesses (in microns) 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 400, 700 Lamination
You can laminate 2 or more TECNO sheets face to face. No adhering liquid is necessary Remove protective plastic sheet from both films. Place one film on the table and use a hard rubber roller to combine the sheets. Peel carrier sheet and continue at step 3 or repeat for more sheets.
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1. Prepare Degrease thoroughly and let dry. Work under yellow safelight conditions 4. Peel Carrier, Expose, Washout IMPORTANT: Let the film cool down before peeling the carrier; dry again for a few minutes. Place right-reading positive in position. Expose. Washout at 25ºC (immerse in lukewarm water for a few minutes) Dry thoroughly.
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2. Coat 1x print side, 2x squeegee side. WET on WET. Do NOT dry. Use Fotecoat 1834 SOLO for waterbased or 1840 for solvent-based inks. The coating should cover most of the mesh area 5. decoating after printing Remove ink from stencil. Use decoating chemicals on the squeegee side. TECNO Film comes off in whole pieces. NOTE: Check drain outlet.
3. Adhere the films Remove protective sheet from film. Place film, emulsion side upwards, on a table. Dry the screen for at least 1 hour, longer depending upon overall thickness
fotecfoil inkjet films
fotecfoil 7700
clear inkjet film ÎÎFor high resolution artwork ÎÎUsable with thermal inkjet printers ÎÎHigh dimensional stability ÎÎCarrier: Clear PE foil 0.125 mm thickness ÎÎThickness: 0.020 mm ÎÎAntistatic gliding backside layer
ideal FOTECOAT Emulsions for CtF Diazo 1570, 1669 Dual-Cure 1070, 1915 Solo Presensitized 1836, 1860
fotecfoil 7800
clear inkjet film ÎÎFor high resolution artwork ÎÎUsable with thermal inkjet printers ÎÎHigh dimensional stability ÎÎCarrier: Clear PE foil 0.100 mm thickness ÎÎThickness: 0.026 mm
fotecfoil 7900
clear inkjet film ÎÎFor high resolution artwork ÎÎUsable with thermal inkjet printers ÎÎHigh dimensional stability ÎÎCarrier: Clear PE foil 0.138 mm thickness ÎÎThickness: 0.029 mm ÎÎAntistatic gliding backside layer
Art department Stencil making
inkjet film production
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fotecfilm indirect gelatin film Fotecfilm
ÎÎFor thin and flat stencils ÎÎCompatible with solvent based and UV inks ÎÎVery high resolution
5020 rubin
premium indirect gelatin film ÎÎRed film ÎÎWidest latitude ÎÎExposure time of 20 seconds with 5kW lamp at 100 cm distance ÎÎNo bleeding during drying process ÎÎHolds resolution of 120 µm
5030 redstar
economical indirect gelatin film ÎÎDark red film ÎÎFastest exposing, 10 seconds with 5kW lamp at 100 cm distance ÎÎNo bleeding during drying process ÎÎHolds resolution of 100 µm
5040 redtop
indirect gelatin film ÎÎRed film ÎÎBest adhesion on fabric ÎÎExposure time of 30-40 seconds with 5kW lamp at 100 cm distance ÎÎLow bleeding during drying process ÎÎHolds resolution of 50 µm
fotechem 2200 A&B Powder Powder developer for indirect gelatin film ÎÎUsed instead of hydrogen peroxide solution ÎÎDiluted in water makes 4 liters of developer ÎÎHas a much longer pot life than hydrogen peroxide
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fotecmask knife-cut masking film fotecmask 7381 clear inkjet film ÎÎSuper-cut stick-back quality ÎÎSemi mat ÎÎTougher peeling ÎÎEasier cutting ÎÎ80 µm carrier
fotecmask 7581 clear inkjet film ÎÎSuper-cut stick-back quality ÎÎSemi mat ÎÎTougher peeling ÎÎEasier cutting ÎÎ125 µm carrier
1. Fotec Swivel Knife, standard blade 2. Fotec Swivel Knife, asymmetric blade 3. Peeling Knife with shovel (needle point in holder)
4. Compass with... 5. Adaptor to hold Fotec Swivel Knife 6. Double cutter 0.01-0.08” 7. Tripod for Double Cutter
1. Cutting Cut always on a flat, hard support; watch for good working and light conditions. Protect film emulsion against perspiration. A sharp knife must be used for cutting (try the ideal FOTEC Swivel knife). Cut completely through the film and not into the support. Overcuts close themselves.
2. Examples Overlay film-negative with FOTECMASK red, using a punch register system. Cut the desired outline with the FOTEC Swivel Knife and peel the emulsion. Contacting the mask results in a perfectly fitting positive mask.
3. Negative mounting Overlay the layout with FOTECMASK red or orange, emulsion side down. Mount film parts on it. Turn, cut and peel the emulsion where desired. At the same time you can cut logos, frames, tint windows, etc.
4. forms Using the Double Cutter (0.2-2.0mm) together with the tripod, perfect borders and forms can be cut directly into FOTECMASK. Either negative or positive work is possible.
5. Artwork preparation, air-brush masks Using the cutting technique you can work over a rough sketch. Perfect edge sharpness and solids are the result. Precise air-brush masks are cut with the FOTEC precision cutting tool set.
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fotechem chemicals
reclaim control with fotechem products The Fotechem product range comprises a full suite of products to enable screen preparation and recycling. Fotechem mesh preparation products are easy to use and provide consistent results with any mesh and economy of use. Fotechem adhesives attach mesh to frame with durable bonds that resist aggressive cleaning solvents and keep high mesh tension. Screen reclaiming is addressed at all steps by high performance products that remove ink, stencil and haze. These products work as a system to ensure optimum results at each stage and extend the life of the screen.
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adhesives
fotechem 2320/2325 red
fotechem 2327
fotechem 2320 HV/2325 red
fotechem 20012 a/h
fotechem 2330/2335 clear
fotechem 2340
2-part frame adhesive ÎÎTwo component red adhesive ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 15-20 minutes
Higher viscosity than fotechem 2320/2325 red ÎÎTwo component red adhesive ÎÎHigher viscosity for coarse mesh counts ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 15-20 minutes
2-part frame adhesive ÎÎTwo component clear adhesive ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 15-20 minutes
fotechem 2350/2355 green
2-part frame adhesive ÎÎBlue component mixes with with yellow component to make green active product ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 15-20 minutes
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Thinning liquid for fotechem adhesives ÎÎClear liquid additive ÎÎAdapts adhesives to perform better on super fine mesh counts ÎÎCan be added to any FOTECHEM adhesive except 2340
fast drying 2-part frame adhesive ÎÎTwo part liquid ÎÎDries in 10 minutes ÎÎFruity aroma ÎÎKetone content < 40%
Rapid drying 1-part frame adhesive ÎÎReady to use clear liquid ÎÎResists all stencil removing chemicals ÎÎSuitable for high tension stretching ÎÎDries within 5-10 minutes dependent upon mesh count ÎÎShelf life of 8 months
mesh prep & degreaser
fotechem 2002
fotechem 2033
fotechem 2022
fotechem 2033 S
mesh prep/degreaser ÎÎClear gel ÎÎReady to use ÎÎSupports flow and contains a degreaser
concentrated mesh prep ÎÎDark blue liquid ÎÎMix 1:10 with water ÎÎSupports flow
fotechem 2003
Gel mesh prep/degreaser ÎÎLight blue gel ÎÎReady to use ÎÎStrong foam forming coupled with high efficiency
Concentrated degreaser ÎÎLight blue thick liquid ÎÎEconomic degreaser ÎÎWhen diluted 1:10 with water, performs like FOTECHEM 2003
Super concentrated degreaser for automatic equipment ÎÎReddish liquid ÎÎLow foaming ÎÎDilute 1:100 with water and use with automatic equipment
fotechem 2023
Combination abrader/degreaser ÎÎGray paste ÎÎReady to use ÎÎAbrades and degreases fabric with one application
fotechem 2025
Gel mesh prep/degreaser ÎÎYellowish gel ÎÎReady to use ÎÎEnables a uniform water film
untreated wet mesh
FOTECHEM 2002 Treatment for 2 minutes
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hardeners
fotechem 2100
chemical hardener ÎÎStandard type hardener ÎÎNeeds 1 hour at 60ºC or 24 hours room temperature curing time ÎÎMost suitable for textile emulsions
fotechem 2110
very effective Chemical hardener ÎÎReady to use yellow liquid ÎÎCan be mixed 1:1 with water for stencils that need eventual decoating
fotechem 2113
Instant Liquid chemical hardener ÎÎReady-to-use instant liquid ÎÎCan be applied by brush to both sides ÎÎClear, odorless, free of VOC and ships non-hazardous
fotechem 2119
Hardener for triple cure emulsions ÎÎCreates a permanent waterproof and solventresistant stencil when applied to FOTECOAT 1099 ÎÎBolsters water-resistance when added to waterresistant emulsions such as 1636, 1838, 1915, etc.
fotechem 2130
premium chemical hardener ÎÎProvides the most effective hardening ÎÎReady to use yellow liquid ÎÎCan be mixed 1:1 with water for stencils that need eventual decoating
fotechem 2154
“liquid light” hardener ÎÎColorless ready-to-use liquid ÎÎCompatible with all FOTECOAT emulsions ÎÎApplied after washing out both sides to eliminate underexposure ÎÎReduces instances of pinholes or premature breakdown on press ÎÎDoes not make stencils more difficult to decoat
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screen fillers
fotechem 2060
Standard screen filler ÎÎBlue screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎMedium viscosity
fotechem 2061
high contrast screen filler ÎÎHigher contrast dark blue screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎMedium viscosity
fotechem 2066
lower viscosity screen filler ÎÎLight green screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎSlightly lower viscosity than 2060
fotechem 2070
higher viscosity screen filler ÎÎRed screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎHigher viscosity than 2060
fotechem 2076
screen filler for water-based iks ÎÎRed screen filler for use with water-based inks ÎÎVery high solids content ÎÎCan be removed with solvent reclaimers with high pressure wash
fotechem 2010
screen filler for coarse mesh ÎÎGreen screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎHigh viscosity for coarse synthetic mesh and all wire mesh
fotechem 2010 blue
screen filler for coarse mesh ÎÎBlue screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎHigh viscosity for coarse synthetic mesh and all wire mesh
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remover/decoaters
fotechem 2004 ready to use liquid ÎÎDeep penetration ÎÎOdor-free
fotechem 2005
Ready to use paste ÎÎEasier handling for large screens ÎÎBetter economy because it stays where applied ÎÎRecommended for application on the squeegee side of high density stencils
fotechem 2040 economic concentrated liquid ÎÎDilutable 1:20 with water ÎÎFor automatic reclaiming
fotechem 2044
concentrated powder ÎÎTo be dissolved in water ÎÎBest mixed 100 g in 10-20 lt solution
fotechem 2048
Economic concentrated Liquid ÎÎDilutable 1:30 with water ÎÎBest mixed 1/2 lt FOTECHEM 2048 to 15 lt water ÎÎFor manual or automatic reclaiming
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FOTECHEM 2005 Paste with FOTECO Round Brush
haze removers
fotechem 2085
Liquid Regenerator to be applied before fotechem 2080 ÎÎSlightly alkaline solvent-based emulsifying liquid ÎÎLow evaporation ÎÎNon-harmful ingredients with a pleasant scent
fotechem 2080
High Alkaline paste ÎÎTo be used in conjunction with FOTECHEM 2085 ÎÎEfficient high alkaline dense paste ÎÎSolvent-free
fotechem 2089
1-part ghost remover gel for immediate reaction (<10 Min) ÎÎAlkaline gel containing clean solvents ÎÎDirect application with a brush ÎÎCan be applied with a manual coating trough
FOTECHEM 2085 Gel, 2080 Paste with Round Brush
FOTECHEM 2091
1-part ghost remover gel to let stand overnight ÎÎAlkaline gel containing chloride ÎÎDirect application with a brush or coating trough ÎÎLess aggressive as 2089 – can be let stand overnight
fotechem 80020
Super effective 1-part ghost remover gel ÎÎMore powerful alkaline gel containing clean solvents ÎÎDirect application with a brush coating trough ÎÎMore aggressive than 2089
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fotechem cleanmix the one step recycler removes ink and stencil, and preps mesh
Simple - Efficient - Economic - Time Saving ÎÎ Clear semi-paste once mixed ÎÎ Combination of 2051, water and 2048 products 10:10:1
ÎÎ Effectively reclaims all inks and emulsion
ÎÎ Degreases the mesh for the next coating ÎÎ Turns 3 steps into 1 ÎÎ Safe, Odor-free
Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Use plastic containers only to mix and store the solution. Remove ink after printing with a spatula. Apply the CLEANMiX solution on both sides of the still wet or dry screen. Let stand for a few minutes. Use high pressure water gun to remove the remaining ink, to decoat and degrease the mesh in ONE STEP. Always spray from bottom to top ! Follow the local regulations. Ink particles, stencil residues and organic solvents can mix with the sewage water and should only be disposed of, if cleaned afterwards internally or locally.
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fotechem 2090 screen clean A safe and economic new screen wash for ghost image preventing stencil cleaning with a recyclable, odor minimizing and ready-to-use liquid ÎÎ Screen wash to be applied after
ÎÎ Compatible with most inks
press to screens for re-cataloging ÎÎ Extends the life of your long-run stencil ÎÎ Safe and economic ÎÎ Recycling is possible by filtration or sedimentation
and stencil systems ÎÎ pH neutral, flash point over 100ºC ÎÎ low VOC and safe for transportation
Because this ready-to-use liquid that almost doesn’t evaporate , the manual screen cleaning has to be done in a slightly different way from the usual working method. The ink removal with fotechem 2090 screen clean can be done
ÎÎ For a follow-up storing of the stencil ÎÎ Before the standard stencil decoating ÎÎ During interruptions of the printing process.
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Remove excessive ink with spatula after printing.
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Apply FOTECHEM 2090 with soaked cleaning paper by swabbing both sides of the stencil
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WAIT 10-15 seconds. Do not rub extensively ! Use fresh cleaning paper, moistened with FOTECHEM 2090 and blot from both sides.
Repeat until the cleaning paper remains clean from ink residues. “Dry” stencil with fresh, absorbent cleaning paper, rub slightly.
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foteco auxiliaries
accessorize
your shop with foteco auxiliaries Work smart and improve quality by customizing your screen making process with Foteco Auxiliary products. Each product in the range has been tested and selected by experienced industry professionals.
Streamline your screen making process.
Ensure quality, save time, and minimize remakes (or maybe mistakes) by using the right tools.
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auxiliaries Exposure calculator determine optimal exposure with one test ÎÎ All in one test strip ÎÎ See results for five exposure levels in one test ÎÎ Three levels of halftone dots
21 step calculator
Compact test strip confirms exposure level ÎÎ Fits on any test or production screen ÎÎ Quantifies 21 levels of exposure, allows user to pick perfect level ÎÎ Guarantees repeatable results by locking in exposure time
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auxiliaries speed tape
polyester tape for on press ÎÎ Extra thin: 25 µm, semi-transparent ÎÎ Usable as blockout in open areas of stencil ÎÎ Can be used to safeguard frame adhesive against solvents
coating trough
Double edged aluminium ÎÎ Cut to length ÎÎ Profiles of 0.5 and 1.0 mm ÎÎ Doesn’t rust
round brush
100% chemical resistant brush for easy screen cleaning ÎÎ Metal-free so it never rusts ÎÎ Stiff nylon bristles ÎÎ Used in applying degreasers, decoaters and ghost removers Artikelnummer: 41944
Handbürste mit kurzem Stiel, weich/gesplisst , rot
vikan brush product description ÎÎ Details ÎÎ Details ÎÎ Details
Die gespaltenen Borsten dieser Bürste sind bestens geeignet für das Reinigen sehr empfindlicher Oberflächen. Die abgewinkelten Borsten sind so konzipiert, um Wasser und Chemikalien zu halten. Flexibles Arbeiten durch ergonomisches Design. Entweder am Griff oder am Körper anfassen . Borstenlänge 53 mm .
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INDEX
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1000 series Dualcure Emulsion ...5 , 6 1400 series Dir-Ex Emulsion ...9 1500 series Tradional Diazo Emulsion ...4 1600 series Traditional Diazo Emulsion ...4 1700 series Traditional Diazo Emulsion ...9 1800 series Dir-Ex Emulsion ...8 1800 series Projection Emulsion ...8 1800 series Solo pre-sensitised 1-pt Emulsion ...8 1900 series Dir-Ad Emulsion ...7 2090 Screen Clean...31 21 Step Calculator...34 Round Brush ...35 2300 series Adhesives...24
A
Adhesives ...25 Auxiliaries ...32 - 35
B
Round Brush ...35
C
Capillary Film ...18 CLEANMiX ...30 Coating trough ...35 Vikan Brush ...35
D
Removers/Decoaters ...28 Mesh Prep/Degreasers...25 Diazo Emulsion ...4 Direct Addition Emulsion ...7 Direct Exposure Emulsion ...9 Dualcure Emulsion ...5
E
Emulsions ...4 - 9 Emulsion Comparison Charts ...10 - 11 Exposure Calculator ...34
F
Fotecap Film ...18 Fotechem Products...22 - 31 Fotecoat Supplemental Info ...12 - 13 Fotecfilm Products...14 - 21
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Ghost Removers ...29
H
Hardeners ...26
I
Indirect Gelatin Film ...20 Inkjet Film ...19
J
Emulsions ...4 - 9
K
Knife-cut Masking Film...21
M
Masking Film ...21 Mesh Prep/Degreasers...25
P
Pre-sensitized Emulsion ...8 Projection Emulsion ...9
R
Removers/Decoaters ...28
S
Saphir Series Capillary Film ...16 Screen Fillers ...27
T
Tecno High Density Film ...18 Topaz Series Capillary Film ...16
V
Vikan Brush ...35
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Zircon Series Capillary Film ...16 Zircon IP Series Capillary Film ...16
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