Product Parameters
| PL-5050H (old big case) |
| Technical specification |
Nozzle models available |
Nozzle treatment area |
Model |
| Interface display |
Three and a half LED digital tube |
R17 Rotate nozzle 16 |
16mm |
PL-JX-022-1 |
| rated supply voltage |
AC220V ±10% |
R03 Rotate nozzle 20 |
20mm |
PL-JX-004-1 |
| Plasma output power |
1000VA |
R04 Rotate nozzle 30 |
30mm |
PL-JX-006-1 |
| Input current |
4.0-6.0A |
R21 Rotate nozzle 40 |
40mm |
PL-JX-008-1 |
| Supply frequency |
20kHz |
R05 Rotating nozzle 50 |
50mm |
PL-JX-010-1 |
| Air source requirement |
External air source (gas consumption 60L/min |
R23 Rotate nozzle 70 |
75mm |
PL-JX-014-1 |
| Air source input pressure |
≥0.6Mpa |
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| Air pressure operating range |
0.1-0.25Mpa |
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| Mode |
Signal Mode/ Encoder Mode |
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| Relative humidity |
<93% |
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| Storage temperature |
-25ºC-+55ºC |
| Cleaning height |
5-15mm |
| Treatment width |
≤75mm |
| Bracket |
Dovetail support |
| Chassis dimensions (including components) |
690(L)*280(W)*485(H)mm |
| Net weight |
26kg |
| Dimensions of the outer packing box |
795*345*540mm |
| Gross weight |
33kg |
| Detection function |
Air pressure detection, overtemperature detection, undercurrent detection |
| Fault alarm |
Undercurrent, input overcurrent, output overcurrent, abnormal air pressure |
PET (polyethylene terephthalate) foils Renowned across diverse industries, PET foils stand out for their unparalleled strength, crystalline transparency, exceptional chemical resistance, and formidable barrier properties. Their unmatched versatility and eco-friendly recyclability make them a perfect choice for an array of everyday and specialized applications.
Applications of PET Foils in Printing
Explore the structured overview of applications where printing is integral:
1. Packaging
- Food Packaging: Essential for snack bags, wrappers, and metallized films, providing robust barriers against moisture, oxygen, and aromas, preserving freshness and quality.
- Pharmaceuticals: Critical for blister packs and sterile packaging, ensuring protection against moisture invasion and contamination, guaranteeing safety and efficacy.
2. Electronics
- Insulation Films: Serve as indispensable protective layers in cables, capacitors (as dielectric films), and flexible printed circuits, enhancing durability and function.
3. Printing & Labels
- Durable Labels: Ideal for product labels, electronics, and machinery, admired for their high tear resistance, ensuring longevity and clarity.
- Lamination Films: Perfect for documents, ID cards, and credit cards, providing a protective sheen and increased resilience.
- Graphic Arts: Banners, decals, and holograms thrive on PET's superior printability and durability, offering vivid colors and long-lasting quality.
4. Automotive
- Protective Films: Utilized for paint protection and decorative interior foils, adding a layer of style and safeguarding.
5. Medical
- Sterile Packaging: Vital for ensuring the safety and longevity of medical devices, maintaining sterility and integrity.
6. Industrial
- Release Liners: Function as carriers for adhesives and composites, facilitating efficient application and use.
7. Textiles
- Laminated Fabrics: Enable the creation of waterproof and weather-resistant materials, ideal for outdoor gear and apparel.
8. Specialty Applications
- 3D Printing: Act as substrates or support materials, expanding the creative horizons of designers and engineers.
- Arts & Crafts: Perfect for stencils and transparent overlays, enabling precision and creativity in artistic endeavors.
The Challenge of Printing on PET Foils
Printing on PET presents challenges due to its naturally low surface energy. To elevate the quality of printing on PET foils with plasma surface treatment, adhere to this meticulously crafted approach to optimize ink adhesion and ensure print durability:
1. Plasma Type and Gas Selection
Oxygen Plasma
- Infuses polar functional groups (-OH, -COOH) to elevate surface energy.
- Enhances wettability, particularly for water-based and solvent-based inks, ensuring a pristine finish.
Nitrogen or Argon Plasma
- Enhances cross-linking or provides gentle etching for mechanical interlocking.
- Exceptionally beneficial for UV-curable inks, ensuring strong adhesion and exquisite results.
Mixed Gases (e.g., O + Ar)
- Harmonizes chemical activation with physical etching.
- Refines surface roughness to optimize ink anchoring, resulting in a flawless print.
2. Key Parameters Optimization
- Power: Adjust to low for atmospheric plasma; ramp up for vacuum systems, tailoring to specific requirements.
- Treatment Time: Accelerate your production processes with our atmospheric systems designed for maintaining optimum speeds.
- Pressure:
- Vacuum plasma: Operate efficiently at 0.1-1 mbar to achieve uniform surface treatment.
- Atmospheric plasma: Functions seamlessly at ambient pressure for streamlined inline processing.
- Distance: Fine-tune based on plasma source and PET material to ensure exceptional uniformity and precise heat control.
3. Equipment Considerations
Atmospheric Plasma
- Perfectly suited for high-speed roll-to-roll printing applications, such as packaging and labels.
Low-Pressure Plasma
- Ideal for meticulous precision treatment in the fields of electronics or medical packaging.
Plasma Jet Arrays
- Guarantee consistent treatment across expansive wide-format PET foils.
4. Surface Activation
Chemical Modification
- Integrates polar groups to amplify surface energy, targeting a contact angle of less than 40°.
- Boosts ink wetting and enhances adhesion remarkably.
Physical Etching
- Crafts nano-scale roughness (10-50 nm Ra) for superior mechanical ink bonding.
Cleaning
- Effectively eliminates oils, additives, or dust that could compromise adhesion.
5. Post-Treatment Handling
- Immediate Printing: Ensure printing within 15-60 minutes to prevent hydrophobic recovery.
- Storage: If printing is postponed, store in dry, inert environments, such as a nitrogen atmosphere.
- Primers: Utilize adhesion promoters, like silanes, for enhanced long-term durability.
6. Characterization and Validation
- Contact Angle Measurement: Aim for less than 40° for water to confirm the surface's hydrophilicity.
- Ink Adhesion Tests:
- Perform Tape Test (ASTM D3359) for robust peel resistance.
- Conduct abrasion resistance tests, such as with a Sutherland Rub Tester.
- Surface Analysis:
- Utilize XPS/FTIR for precise verification of oxygen-functional groups.
- Employ AFM to measure roughness, with a target roughness (Ra) of 10-50 nm.
7. Industrial Implementation Tips
- Uniformity: Employ rotating electrodes or multi-jet arrays within roll-to-roll systems for optimal uniformity.
- Ink Compatibility:
- Hydrophilic surfaces are compatible with water-based inks.
- Moderate surface roughness enhances anchoring for solvent/UV inks.
- Pre-Treatment Cleaning: Utilize ionized air or mild solvents, like isopropyl alcohol, to efficiently remove dust and static.
8. Troubleshooting Common Issues
Poor Ink Adhesion
- Augment plasma power or extend treatment time.
- Consider switching to oxygen plasma for improved results.
- Verify the surface for any contamination.
Over-Treatment
- Reduce plasma power or treatment time if the PET material becomes brittle or discolored.
Challenges in Ink Spreading
- Enhance surface energy levels to seamlessly align with the ink's viscosity and flow dynamics, ensuring optimal performance.
By meticulously fine-tuning plasma surface treatment parameters and seamlessly integrating them into your production workflow, you can dramatically boost ink adhesion and print robustness on PET foils. This process unlocks the potential for vibrant, enduring prints while sustaining high production throughput.
Collaborate with Keylink Technology
Keylink Technology excels in providing cutting-edge atmospheric and low-temperature plasma systems. We deliver both standard and bespoke solutions meticulously crafted for your PET printing requirements. Reach out to us to evaluate your materials and enhance your print quality with our expert surface treatment solutions.
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FAQ
1. What is the shipping warehouse location?
Answer:Our main shipping warehouse is located in Zhejiang, China, and we ship globally via trusted logistics partners. We also accommodate customer-preferred shipping methods or carriers.
2.What is the production lead time?
Answer:Lead time varies based on order size and product type:
- For small to medium orders (e.g., 10-20 machines), the lead time is approximately 3-4 workdays.
- We expedite production to meet tight deadlines whenever possible, especially before holidays like the Spring Festival.
3.Can I customize my order (e.g., specific configurations or spare parts)?
Answer:Yes, customization is available! We can tailor machine configurations, spare parts, and accessories (e.g., nozzles or cable lengths) based on your specific requirements. Please share your customization needs during the order confirmation process.
4.What are the payment terms?
Answer:We offer flexible payment terms, including:
- Full payment before shipping
- 50% deposit upon order confirmation.
- Remaining balance before shipment.
Payments are typically made via SWIFT transfer. For long-term partners, we can explore customized payment plans based on mutual agreement.
5.What kind of after-sales support do you provide?
Answer:We offer comprehensive after-sales support, including:
- Technical Assistance: Troubleshooting via email, phone, or video calls.
- Spare Parts: Quick access to replacement parts for machines under warranty or through spare part orders.
- Documentation: User manuals, maintenance guides, and troubleshooting SOPs for all products.
- On-Site Support: For critical issues, we can dispatch technicians to your location (subject to availability and agreement).
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