Texsource
Texsource Tex-Blue Photopolymer Emulsion
- SKU:
- TEX-BLUE-GAL
- MPN:
- TEX-BLUE-GAL
- Weight:
- 11 LBS
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
Description
Screen Printing Emulsion | Ready-to-Use 1-Part Pure Photopolymer | 8x Faster Exposure | High 45% Solids Content
EMULSION TYPE
SOLIDS CONTENT
EXPOSURE SPEED
INK COMPATIBILITY
Overview & Shop Floor Performance
Texsource Tex-Blue is a professional-grade, ready-to-use SBQ-photopolymer direct emulsion engineered specifically for screen printers needing ultra-fast exposure times and thick stencil bridging. With an impressive 45% solids content and high viscosity, Tex-Blue creates a dense, sharp stencil with fewer coating passes—dramatically reducing drying and prep time across all mesh counts.
- Ready to Use (No Diazo Required): Eliminates mixing hassle and extends shelf life up to 24 months (2 years) at room temperature.
- Optimal for Weak or LED Light Sources: Exposes up to 8x faster than standard 2-part dual-cure emulsions, preventing bottleneck delays in your screen room.
- High Humidity & Wear Resistant: Formulated so coated stencils won't become tacky or soft under humid shop conditions.
- Effortless Washout & Reclaiming: Breaks down rapidly with standard stencil removers in automated reclaim tanks or manual wash booths.
- Optional Diazo Boost: Can be sensitized with Diazo 11 when extreme edge resolution or aggressive water resistance is needed.
Standard Screen Room Application Procedure
Technical Specifications & Exposure Reference
| Parameter | Specification / Target Value | Shop Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Color / Dye | Deep Blue | High contrast for easy on-screen inspection |
| Solids Content | 45% (± 2%) | High viscosity, optimal EOM stencil build |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months (2 Years) | Store between 37°F–80°F (Do not freeze) |
| LED UV Exposure | 20 – 45 Seconds (Baseline) | Varies by mesh count & emulsion thickness |
| Metal Halide (5kW) | 30 – 60 Seconds (Baseline) | Much faster than traditional dual-cure inks |
| Fluorescent Tubes | 90 – 180 Seconds | Ideal for shops with lower-output light sources |
Frequently Asked Questions & Troubleshooting
Q: Do I need to mix diazo powder into Tex-Blue before using it?
A: No. Texsource Tex-Blue is a pre-sensitized, 1-part SBQ pure photopolymer emulsion ready to coat straight from the container. It offers a 2-year shelf life under proper storage conditions.
Q: Why is my stencil washing out or breaking down during sprayout?
A: Photopolymer emulsions require full exposure to achieve cross-linking. Washout failure is almost always caused by underexposure or screens not being completely dry prior to exposure. Use a 21-step exposure calculator to calibrate your lamp output.
Q: Can I use Tex-Blue with water-based or discharge inks?
A: Tex-Blue handles solvent and UV inks with ease. For high-volume water-based or aggressive discharge ink runs, we recommend sensitizing with Diazo 11 or applying an emulsion hardener to extend stencil durability.
Complete Your Screen Room Workflow
Ensure pinhole-free stencils and smooth reclaim cycles by pairing Tex-Blue with matched prep and reclaim chemistry:
- Application: Pair with an Aluminum Dual-Edge Scoop Coater for uniform emulsion thickness.
- Mesh Prep: Clean screens with our Screen Printing Degreaser & Mesh Prep prior to coating to eliminate fish-eyes.
- Stencil Reclaim: Rapidly dissolve stencils with Concentrated Stencil Remover without etching the polyester mesh.
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Additional Information
Product Sizes: |
Quart - Gallon |
Printing Process: |
Screen Printing |
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