Description
bfs Product Code: CHCW
A suitably formulated blanket and roller wash free from aromatic hydrocarbons for highly effective cleaning of UV inks and varnishes as well as conventional and hybrid inks. Compatible with mixed application combi rubber rollers such as Nitrile PVC blends and will not cause swelling like other lower quality UV washes can do. Not recommended for use on EPDM UV only printing blankets and rollers.
Properties
- Excellent ink solvency on UV conventional and hybrid inks
- Water miscible to enable cleaning gums, paper lint, as well water and solvent soluble glaze
- Flashpoint >61C
- Medium evaporating for deeper cleaning into the blanket and roller surface and added rejuvenation properties
- Suitable for mixed rubber compound rollers only (not for EPDM)
- Recommended for automatic washing equipment
- VOC ~530grams/litre (65%)
- Low odour
Method of Use
Can be used both automatically and manually.
For automatic settings consult manufacturer’s guidelines and set the washing device to optimize the cleaning cycle.
For manual use it can be diluted with water upto 25% to allow for economy of use. Apply to a lint free cloth or sponge and wipe over the affected area. Finish by wiping with clean water using a separate cloth and allow to dry before restarting.
Storage and Shelf Life
Store solvents safely within the printing environment to allow them to acclimatise to pressroom conditions – working temperatures will affect evaporation speed of solvents and hence can influence their effectiveness. Consult own company risk assessment and fire risk assessment for guidance on suitable storage containers depending on properties of the chemical.
If left unopened and kept in the correct conditions this product has a recommended shelf life of 12 months.
Health and Safety
This product is categorized with the following hazardous associations:
GHS07: Exclamation Mark
GHS08: Health Hazard
Always wear suitable safety equipment when handling pressroom chemicals. Will not give rise to significant hazard provided good standards of industrial practice are maintained. Consult MSDS for further information.
