This two-component, addition-cure silicone ink is specially formulated for screen printing onto textiles, sportswear, swimwear, socks, and non-woven bags. It delivers vibrant, durable prints that stretch with the fabric without cracking, peeling, or delamination, providing an ideal alternative to PVC and plastisol inks for brands seeking eco-friendly, high-performance decoration solutions.
The ink consists of a base component and a platinum catalyst, mixed before use at a user-friendly ratio. Its medium-viscosity rheology is optimized for manual and automatic screen printing presses, flowing smoothly through mesh counts ranging from 60 to 120 threads per centimeter. It covers fibers with a single pass and can be printed wet-on-wet for multi-color designs, significantly boosting production throughput. Pot life at 25°C is approximately 4–6 hours, giving printers a full shift of work without remixing. Heat curing at 120–150°C for 3–5 minutes fully crosslinks the ink into a matte, rubbery film that is instantly ready for packing.
Once cured, the printed silicone ink achieves an elongation at break exceeding 400%, meaning it stretches with elastane, cotton, and polyester blends without losing adhesion or surface integrity. It withstands more than 40 cycles of domestic and industrial laundering at 60°C, maintaining color brightness and edge definition. The ink film is highly resistant to dry cleaning solvents, pool chlorine, and sunscreen oils, making it suitable for performance apparel and resort wear. Its soft, suede-like hand feel is comfortable against the skin and adds a premium tactile dimension to logos and decorative elements.
This silicone ink is OEKO-TEX Class I certified, ensuring it is free from harmful substances and safe for baby and children's clothing. It can be tinted with our silicone pigment system to match any Pantone shade, and specialty variants are available for high-density 3D effects, foil transfer, or matte/gloss finishes. For garment decorators and promotional product printers seeking a green, high-performance screen printing medium, this silicone ink offers unlimited design potential combined with the durability and safety demanded by international apparel brands.
