Description
bfs Product Code: CHIPA
Grade 1 industrial Isopropanol for use as a dampening system additive and cleaning agent for a variety of pressrooms.
Properties
- Grade 1 IPA
- Most common form of alcohol used in the printing industry
- Dampening solution additive to aid wetting of the plate
- Manual cleaning agent for a variety of ink types
- VOC 790grams/litre (100%)
Method of Use
- Always test suitability when using as a cleaning agent
- Use neat on a lint free rag and manually wipe over designated area to be cleaned
- Dose at required percentage into dampening system (typically between 1-12%, depending on press circumstances)
- Suitable for most modern day machines including manufacturers such as Heidelberg, KBA, Man Roland, Ryobi, Komori and Mitsubishi presses
Storage and Shelf Life
Store solvents safely within the printing environment to allow them to acclimatize 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:
GHS02: Flame
GHS07: Exclamation Mark
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.
