UV-LED Curing Inks

UV-LED Curing Inks are cutting-edge inks designed specifically for UV-LED curing technology. They offer fast curing, exceptional performance, and eco-friendly benefits, making them ideal for packaging.

Curing Method: UV-LED light curing

Viscosity Range: Suitable for flexographic, and gravure printing systems

Color Range: Available in full color series with custom colors on request

Curing Speed: Optimized for speeds exceeding 200m/min depending on setup

‌Standard Packaging: 20 kg/barrel

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Product Introduction

Starcolor® UV-LED Curing Inks are a high-performance series specifically developed for UV-LED light source systems, featuring rapid curing, exceptional performance, and environmental advantages. Suitable for various substrates including paper, plastic films, metal foils, synthetic paper, and label materials, these inks achieve instantaneous curing under low-temperature conditions while delivering outstanding adhesion, scratch resistance, and eco-friendliness. They serve as an ideal solution for label printing, packaging decoration, digital printing industries, and other applications requiring efficient and sustainable printing technologies.

Product Features

‌Instant Curing‌: Compatible with 365nm / 385nm / 395nm / 405nm UV-LED light sources for high-speed curing.
‌Solvent-Free & Eco-Friendly‌: 100% solid content, free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs), meeting green printing standards.
‌Exceptional Adhesion‌: Suitable for diverse substrates such as PET, PVC, coated paper, PP labels, plastic films, metals, and more.
‌High Gloss & Density‌: Delivers rich color concentration and accurate color reproduction for high-quality image output.
‌Excellent Scratch Resistance‌: Hardened surface post-curing with strong abrasion resistance.
‌High Customizability‌: Offers a wide range of compatible products, including CMYK, white ink, spot colors, gloss varnish, matte varnish, and more.
‌Low Migration‌: Designed to comply with stringent safety standards, especially for food packaging applications, ensuring minimal migration and maximum safety.

Applicable Scope

Compatible with a variety of printing processes equipped with UV-LED curing systems, including:‌

Gravure Printing
Flexo Printing
Flatbed or Rotary UV Label Presses

‌Wide Applications:‌

Labels and Self-adhesive Printing
Cosmetics Outer Packaging
Food Packaging and Beverage Labels
Customized Packaging and Digital Printing

UV-LED Curing Inks Printing Examples

UV-LED Curing Inks application

Technical Parameters

‌Item‌	‌Specification‌
‌Color‌	CMYK / White / Spot Colors / Gloss Varnish
‌Solid Content‌	100% (Solvent-Free)
‌Viscosity (25°C)‌	Adaptable to Various Equipment (Customizable)
‌Compatible Wavelength‌	365–405nm (395nm Recommended)
‌Surface Drying Time‌	<1 Second (Depends on Light Intensity)
‌Adhesion‌	4–5B (Pencil Hardness Test, Substrate-Dependent)
‌Storage Conditions‌	Airtight, Stored Away from Light at 5–30°C

UV-LED Curing Inks Test Report

1. UV Ink MSDS.pdf
2. RoHS Test Report.pdf
3. FDA Test Report.pdf

User Manual‌

‌Equipment Requirements‌:

Must be used with a ‌UV-LED light source device‌; ensure the ‌wavelength range‌ matches the ink specifications.

‌Pre-printing Testing‌:

Conduct ‌adhesion tests‌ and verify ‌curing performance‌ on different substrates prior to production.

‌Curing Settings‌:

Adjust ‌curing duration‌ based on light source power and conveyor speed to ensure complete curing.

‌Cleaning Guidelines‌:

Clean the printing system with a ‌dedicated UV-compatible cleaning agent‌ to avoid dry residue buildup.

‌Safety Precautions‌:

Avoid prolonged skin contact; wear ‌protective gloves‌.
Store away from children.

Why Choose UV-LED Curing Inks?

Advanced Technology
UV-LED curing eliminates the need for high heat, ensuring safer operations and longer equipment lifespan.
Eco-Friendly Solution
Mercury-free curing with reduced energy consumption and lower emissions for sustainable printing practices.
Cost-Effective
Faster production cycles, reduced material waste, and improved output quality deliver excellent ROI.
Tailored Support
Comprehensive technical guidance and customizable solutions to meet specific industry needs.