Utiligel LT is called the "Web Offset Workhorse" for one major reason: it is the one vehicle you'll need to produce just about any low- to mid-tack web offset heatset ink you can think of. Utiligel LT excels at producing low tack heatset ink formulas.
Utiligel's uniqueness stems from its simple formula. Consisting of hard, high-melt gelled resin and clean solvent, Utiligel has no plasticizers, modifiers, or vegetable oils. Thus, Utiligel LT maximizes drying performance without hurting any other important properties such as water pickup or scuff resistance. Consider using Utiligel LT when press speeds run from 1500-2500 FPM (500-800 Meters/Min).
Most importantly, Utiligel LT features high viscosity with a low tack (under 10 points @ 1200 RPM, Thwing-Albert Model 101). You can make inks with a tack as low as 5 points that still "hold up" under high speed shear.
Did you know that you can also use Utiligel LT to make no-heat web inks that dry rub-free within minutes after impression? Yes, you can!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Tack: 9-10 points @ 1200 RPM @ 90 F
Viscosity (Laray): 195 Poises/7,900 Dynes/sqCM Yield @ 25 C
Resin Type: Rosin/Hydrocarbon-based 150C MP
Solvent Percentage: 48 Solvent Boiling Range: 495 - 625 F
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