ElvaJet® Opal SC
Created specifically for Kyocera, Panasonic and Konica Minolta printheads, ElvaJet® Opal SC is a medium viscosity water-based sublimation ink which transforms the possibilities of digital inkjet printing.
By delivering consistent, vibrant color across a variety of substrates, ElvaJet® Opal SC ink can be used in applications from fashion and activewear to signage and display.
Easy to use and with a simple start-up process, ElvaJet® Opal SC offers a high-quality printing solution which saves both time and money. By complying with ECO PASSPORT OEKOTEX®, ElvaJet® Opal SC also follows strict sustainability and safety requirements for a more environmentally friendly option.
With ElvaJet® Opal SC’s vibrant color, you can have confidence that your quality targets will be met, while safe in the knowledge that your brand is protected with consistent ink quality.
Properties
Product specification
Available for the following printheads:
KYOCERA, PANASONIC, KONICA MINOLTA
Properties
Humidity Requirements
For optimal printing, the relative humidity rate must be kept at 55% or higher and the ambient temperature should be around 20°C (70°F).
Shelf life
Inks should be stored in a controlled environment at a temperature between 10-30°C. If stored under these recommended conditions, the inks have a shelf life of 12 months.
Fastness
Substrate: 170 g/m2, 100% polyester
Printing resolution: 600 dpi
Transfer conditions: 210°C (410°F) for 30 seconds.
The light fastness has been measured at 100% and 10% coverage. All other fastness properties have been measured at 100% coverage. In certain cases, where a chemical pre-treatment has been applied to the fabric or it has been saturated with color, the substrate may perform better in fastness testing after washing. Optimized ink limiting and color profiling will limit this requirement.
The following inks are available
Name Code
ELVAJET® OPAL SC YELLOW 618OP2SC
ELVAJET® OPAL SC MAGENTA 638OP2SC
ELVAJET® OPAL SC CYAN 648OP2SC
ELVAJET® OPAL SC BLACK 678OP2SC
ELVAJET® OPAL SC YELLOW FLUO 618OP0SCF.BB66
ELVAJET® OPAL SC RED FLUO 638OP0SCF.BB66
ELVAJET® OPAL SC BLUE FLUO 648OP0SCF.BB66
| Product | Light | Water (severe) | Washing (60°) | Persp. (acid) | Persp. (alkaline) | Rubbing (dry) | Rubbing (wet) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IISO 105 / B02 100% / 10% | ISO 105 / E01 ch./st. | ISO 105 / C03 ch./st. | ISO 105 / E04-ch./h. | ISO 105 / E04 ch./st. | ISO 105 / X12 ch./st. | ISO 105 / X12 ch./st. | |
| Opal SC Yellow | 6+ / 6 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 | 4-5 |
| Opal SC Magenta | 6 / 6 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 | 4-5 |
| Opal SC Cyan | 6 / 6 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4 | 4-5 |
| Opal SC Black | 6+ / 6 | 4-5 / 4 | 4-5 / 4 | 4-5 / 4 | 4-5 / 4 | 4 | 4-5 |
| Opal SC Yellow Fluo | 4 | 4-5 / 4 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 5 | 4-5 | 4-5 |
| Opal SC Red Fluo | 5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 / 4-5 | 4-5 | 4-5 |
| Opal SC Blue Fluo | 7 / 7 | 5 / 5 | 5 / 5 | 5 / 5 | 5 / 5 | 4 | 4-5 |
How to use
Printing
The ElvaJet® Opal series has been tested on the most frequently used printers and transfer papers, but users should check the inks’ suitability for individual machines and paper types.
If the inks dry in the nozzles, the normal cleaning procedure built into the printer should be applied. We recommend the use of our specific cleaning solution, Sensient Universal Flush WB.
Application
For optimal printing, the relative humidity rate must be kept at 55% or higher and the ambient temperature should be around 20°C (70°F).
Fixation
ElvaJet® Opal inks are designed for transfer to the substrate via any type of sublimation transfer paper or film. Once printed, the transfer paper should be handled with care and the ink transferred to the fabric as soon as possible.
To obtain a good color transfer and fixing, the printed substrate should be transferred at 210°C (410°F) for 30s.