Silicone printing on equestrian has become a popular trend in recent years. As a result, equestrians are constantly seeking ways to improve the durability and longevity of their silicone prints on horse garments.After curing,the silicone must have high stick force on riding horse clothes.It's well-known that the horse suit will be subjected to severe friction during use. If the silicone is not wear-resistant, the surface of the horse suit will fall off after three months of use.Screen printing silicone ink on eqestrian need several kinds of silicone products to work together.
Screen printing steps:
-Screen printing primer XG-110AB:It's made of nylon,PU resin and thinner.Ratio:Add 100g XG-110A with 10g XG-110B.It's able to be cured at room temperature.You can bake it for fast dry at 80-120℃.It's used for improving the stick force of undercoating.You can print 2-3 times.When the primer can stick strongly on fabric,it's easy for sceen printing silicone ink to keep best wash ability.Hence,it can pass hot water 40℃,60℃,10cycles.
-Screen printing crosslinker XG-180AB-1:It's made of purest silicone resin.It's used for silicone ink printing on equestrian,nylon,polyester,water-proof fabric.It's able to build the bridge between the primer and silicone ink.It's also called silicone adhesive.Ratio: Add 100g XG-180A-1 with 10g XG-180B-1.You need print three times.Please bake every screen printing ink for surface dry at 120℃.
-Screen printing elastic silicone ink XG-8660:Horse riding clothes are made of high elastic fabric.When you print silicone ink on equestrian,the silicone product must be high elastic and abrasion resistance.The silicone XG-8660 from YR silicone and XG silicone has higher elongation,abrasion resistance.Ratio: Add 100g XG-8660 with 2-6g XG-866B-2.It the viscosity is higher during screen printing,you can use the silicone thinner XG-128AH to adjust its viscosity.We recommend you add 10% XG-128AH by the weight of silicone ink base.Screen printing times depends on your design thickness.We recommend you print 6 times.Please bake every layer of ink for surface dry before next screen printing.
-Screen printing glossy silicone XG-399-60:It's excellent abrasion resistance.It's highly glossy.Ratio:Add 100g XG-399-60 with 2-6g XG-866B-2,10g XG-128AH. You can print two times.Don't bake the glossy silicone at once after screen printing.You need wait for several minutes.Let bubbles go out.Then you bake it at 100-120℃.
When it comes to choosing the best silicone ink for horse apparel, it is crucial to consider the level of wear and tear the garment may endure. In general, silicone inks that contain a higher percentage of silicone resin are typically more durable and able to withstand frequent washing and exposure to harsh elements.
To enhance the adhesion of silicone ink on horse apparel, it is important to prepare the surface of the fabric prior to printing. The fabric should be pre-treated with a bonding agent that creates a strong chemical bond between the ink and the fabric. Additionally, selecting the right curing temperature is important to ensure that the ink cures properly and fully adheres to the fabric.
In terms of equipment needed for silicone printing on horse apparel, a silk screen printing press is typically required. This machine applies pressure to the screen and ink, allowing the ink to be transferred to the fabric. Inks may be applied manually or through an automated process.
In addition to ensuring that the silicone ink is durable and properly adhered to the fabric, it is also important to consider the design and placement of the print. Careful consideration of the design and placement of the silicone print can help ensure that the print remains in good condition over time.
In summary, the key to achieving long-lasting silicone prints on horse apparel is to carefully choose silicone ink with a high percentage of silicone resin, prepare the fabric surface with a bonding agent, choose the appropriate curing temperature, use a silk screen printing press, and carefully design and place the silicone print. With the right strategies, it is possible to create beautiful and durable silicone prints on horse apparel that will withstand the test of time.
