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 Exhibit exceptional strength, clarity, and chemical resistance, making them invaluable across various sectors. Their robust barrier properties, coupled with eco-friendly recyclability, position them as the go-to choice for a plethora of both routine and niche applications.
Applications of PET Foils in Printing
Let's delve into a detailed exploration of the diverse applications where printing on PET foils is essential for high-quality outcomes:
1. Packaging
- Food Packaging: Ideal for crafting snack bags, wrappers, and metallized films, offering top-tier moisture, oxygen, and aroma barriers.
- Pharmaceuticals: Essential for producing blister packs and sterile packaging, ensuring protection from moisture and contamination.
2. Electronics
- Insulation Films: Serve as critical protective layers in cables, provide dielectric functionality in capacitors, and enhance flexible printed circuits.
3. Printing & Labels
- Durable Labels: Perfect for use in product labels, electronics, and machinery, thanks to their high tear resistance.
- Lamination Films: Widely applied to enhance documents, ID cards, and credit cards with superior durability.
- Graphic Arts: Used in banners, decals, and holograms, benefiting from PET's excellent printability and longevity.
4. Automotive
- Protective Films: Employed for paint protection and creating visually appealing decorative interior foils.
5. Medical
- Sterile Packaging: Guarantees the safety and prolonged usability of critical medical devices.
6. Industrial
- Release Liners: Function as indispensable carriers for adhesives and composite materials.
7. Textiles
- Laminated Fabrics: Construct waterproof and weather-resistant materials for premium outdoor gear.
8. Specialty Applications
- 3D Printing: Utilized as effective substrates or auxiliary support materials.
- Arts & Crafts: Perfect for making stencils and see-through overlays.
The Challenge of Printing on PET Foils
Given PET's inherently low surface energy, printing can pose challenges. To boost ink adhesion and print durability on PET foils, employ plasma surface treatment through this meticulous approach:
1. Plasma Type and Gas Selection
Oxygen Plasma
- Incorporates polar functional groups such as -OH and -COOH, significantly boosting surface energy.
- Enhances wettability, optimizing it for both water-based and solvent-based inks.
Nitrogen or Argon Plasma
- Facilitates cross-linking or provides gentle etching for better mechanical interlocking.
- Particularly advantageous for usage with UV-curable inks.
Mixed Gases (e.g., O + Ar)
- Merges chemical activation with physical etching, enhancing surface roughness.
- Customizes surface texture to improve ink adherence.
2. Key Parameters Optimization
- Power: Set low for atmospheric plasma systems and high for vacuum systems to achieve optimal results.
- Treatment Time: Keep shorter for atmospheric systems to ensure efficient processing speed.
- Pressure:
- Vacuum plasma: Achieve an impressively uniform treatment at 0.1-1 mbar, ensuring consistency and precision in every application.
- Atmospheric plasma: Seamlessly operates at ambient pressure, perfectly designed for efficient inline processing.
- Distance: Thoughtfully adjust according to the plasma source and PET material to guarantee uniformity and control heat effectively.
3. Equipment Considerations
Atmospheric Plasma
- Tailor-made for high-speed roll-to-roll printing applications, such as packaging and labels, delivering exceptional results.
Low-Pressure Plasma
- Meticulously suited for precision treatment in sectors like electronics or medical packaging, where accuracy is paramount.
Plasma Jet Arrays
- Designed to provide uniform treatment across expansive wide-format PET foils, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
4. Surface Activation
Chemical Modification
- Effectively enhances surface energy by adding polar groups, targeting a contact angle of less than 40° for superior performance.
- Significantly improves ink wetting and adhesion for reliable and durable finishes.
Physical Etching
- Induces nano-scale roughness between 10-50 nm Ra, optimizing mechanical bonding for ink adherence.
Cleaning
- Efficiently removes oils, additives, or dust that could compromise adhesion, ensuring a pristine surface.
5. Post-Treatment Handling
- Immediate Printing: Proceed with printing within 15-60 minutes to prevent hydrophobic recovery and maintain quality.
- Storage: For delayed printing, store in a dry, inert environment like a nitrogen atmosphere to preserve efficacy.
- Primers: Employ adhesion promoters, such as silanes, to ensure long-term durability and steadfast adhesion.
6. Characterization and Validation
- Contact Angle Measurement: Aim for a contact angle of less than 40° to ensure optimal hydrophilicity and surface interaction.
- Ink Adhesion Tests:
- Conduct the Tape Test (ASTM D3359) to evaluate peel resistance and ensure robust adhesion.
- Perform abrasion resistance tests using tools like the Sutherland Rub Tester to confirm durability.
- Surface Analysis:
- Utilize XPS/FTIR to verify the presence of oxygen-functional groups, ensuring surface integrity.
- Apply AFM to assess surface roughness, targeting Ra measurements between 10-50 nm for precision.
7. Industrial Implementation Tips
- Uniformity: Incorporate rotating electrodes or multi-jet arrays in roll-to-roll systems to achieve exemplary uniformity.
- Ink Compatibility:
- Water-based inks: Ideal for hydrophilic surfaces, enhancing compatibility and performance.
- Solvent/UV inks: Benefit from moderate roughness that enhances the ink anchoring process.
- Pre-Treatment Cleaning: Use ionized air or mild solvents, like isopropyl alcohol, to meticulously remove dust and static for optimal results.
8. Troubleshooting Common Issues
Poor Ink Adhesion
- Enhance plasma power/time to improve adhesion performance significantly.
- Consider transitioning to oxygen plasma for enhanced surface treatment.
- Ensure thorough checks for any surface contamination that might hinder performance.
Over-Treatment
- Reduce plasma power/time if you observe PET brittleness or discoloration, to maintain material integrity.
Ink Spreading Issues
- Optimize surface energy to align with ink viscosity and flow behavior, ensuring seamless application.
Unlock the full potential of your production line by precisely optimizing plasma surface treatment parameters. Integrate these enhancements into your workflow to drastically boost ink adhesion and enhance print durability on PET foils. This ensures that your prints are vibrant and enduring, capturing attention while maintaining unparalleled production efficiency.
Forge a strategic partnership with Keylink Technology and elevate your business outcomes.
At Keylink Technology, we are pioneers in atmospheric and low-temperature plasma systems, dedicated to excellence in innovation. We provide both standard solutions and bespoke customizations meticulously tailored to meet your specific PET printing requirements. Reach out to us and discover how you can test your materials and transform your print quality with our expert surface treatment solutions, setting a new standard in print excellence.
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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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