Washability:
Definition: Washability refers to the color stability and fading resistance of printing during the washing process.
Influencing factors: Factors such as the detergent used during the washing process, temperature and washing cycle will affect the wash durability of textile pigment inks.
Solution: Choose pigment ink with good wash resistance. You can add special fixatives to the ink or use pigments that are resistant to high-temperature washing.
Wear resistance:
Definition: Wear resistance refers to the stability of the print's pattern and color when subjected to friction and wear.
Influencing factors: Clothing may face friction during daily wear and washing, especially at contact points such as collars, cuffs, etc. This affects the wear resistance of the print.
Solution: Use pigment ink with strong wear resistance. You can add a transparent wear-resistant agent or coating on the surface of the printed matter to improve the wear resistance.
Color fixity:
Definition: Color fixation refers to whether the color can be firmly attached to the surface of the textile after printing and will not fall off during wearing and washing.
Influencing factors: Factors such as ink adhesion, textile material and processing technology will all affect color fixation.
Solution: Choose pigment ink with good color fixation. You can improve the fixation through appropriate color fixation process and heat curing.
Environmental protection:
Definition: Environmental protection refers to the impact of pigment ink on the environment during the production and use process.
Influencing factors: The ingredients, solvents and curing processes used in ink are all related to environmental protection.
Solution: Choose low-volatile organic solvents or water-based pigment inks, adopt environmentally friendly production processes, and comply with the principles of sustainable development.
