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Water transfer printing surface finishing
method
method
Water transfer printing The water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) film printed in gravure is soaked in a dip tank filled with warm water for a defined period of time. Subsequently, the activator is sprayed uniformly opaque with a spray gun, whereby the printed color of the PVA film peels off. The film loses its film properties and now floats like a color film on the water surface. The prepared component can now be dipped at a slow speed at the correct angle and, if necessary, with a corresponding rotation. Subsequently, the now foiled article is still freed from the superfluous PVA support layer and dried. After that, the decor must be covered with a clear coat to protect it (glossy - matt). It is always important to pay attention to the quality of the topcoat, as it is crucial for the light resistance and abrasion resistance. What can be coated? Since almost all materials for water transfer printing have to be painted before coating, it can be said that everything that can be painted and what fits in the correspondingly large plunge pool is possible, such as metal, wood, glass and plastics. By choosing the right colors and patterns, the most varied three-dimensional shapes can be embellished in vehicles such as cars and motorcycles, as well as many everyday objects. In addition, I have put together a few examples in the next section. In this process, it should be mentioned that there are almost no limits to creativity. Thus, all their objects and parts not only visually appealing, but also unique and unmistakable! - Car Interior Parts - Engine Room Parts - Body Parts - Rims, Spoilers - Motorcycle Parts - Motorcycle Helmets - Satellite Dishes - Kitchen Parts - Industrial Parts - Game Consoles, and Controllers (XBOX, Playstation) - Weapons - Photo Tripods - Sanitary Items - Instruments - Computer Accessories (Keyboards, Mice, Cases) - Handy shells and much more ... For whom is the water transfer printing interesting? Areas of application for water transfer printing are, for example, the automotive, boat and aircraft construction, the automotive parts supply, the household appliances and office supplies industry or the furniture production and much more. But we also coat individual items for each private individual. Which things would you like to paint? The imagination is almost limitless. Almost all paintable materials (for example, wood and plastic) can be processed with this printing process. Contact Schwaiger-Wasserransferdruck for personal advice!