How to Find the Right Ink Base for Mixing Specialized Pigments for Digital Printing Projects?

Question:

I'm exploring options for an ink base that can accommodate specialized pigments we're producing. Can you recommend any specific ink base for testing our pigments, especially for applications beyond digital printing?

Answer:

For pigment-based inkjet applications, BCH Technologies recommends our universal pigment ink base solution, known for its compatibility with brands like Canon, HP, and Epson, covering a broad spectrum of uses from medical imaging to circuit board printing.

In addition to our ink base, focusing on the pigment grinding and filtration process is critical. Achieving a super fine pigment consistency and implementing sub-micron filtration will prevent printer clogging. While specific details of our filtration process are confidential due to a non-disclosure agreement, the essence lies in multi-stage filtration—filtering out progressively smaller particles until achieving sizes under 1 micron. At BCH, we accomplish filtration down to 0.22 micron. Though we can't supply the equipment due to the NDA, we offer a filtration service at $25 per gallon, with a 4-gallon minimum order. Other companies may provide the necessary submicron filtration equipment or services.

Moreover, I recommend contacting a representative from Cabot Corporation, which specializes in both digital inkjet pigment and dispersion technology. Cabot offers Small Molecule Dispersion Technology (SMT) and Encapsulated Polymer Dispersion (EPD), manufacturing high-quality water-based inkjet pigment dispersions. Their two dispersion technology platforms ensure high stability, flexibility, and customization. With Cabot's expertise, you can aim to reduce total cost of ownership by enhancing productivity, reliability, and sustainability. Their innovative technologies support a wide range of markets, including desktop, office, commercial, and packaging, offering dispersion solutions that cater to challenging requirements with a high level of formulation flexibility.

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