Printing

ACRYLIC THICKENER-R

Synthetic Thickener Developed for Reactive and Disperse Printing.

ACRYLIC THICKENER-R is a new generation of polymeric thickener

recommended for reactive and disperse printing on cotton and viscose,
polyester respectively.

ACRYLIC THICKENER-R can be used as a substitute to sodium alginate

or gum.

ACRYLIC THICKENER-R is a safe product as no cooking required, only

high-speed stirring / using shear mixer for 10-15 min. It is eco-friendly
product as there is no need of sodium silicate padding after printing.

Features Benefits

Acrylic copolymer chemistry Softer feel and easy washing of the

printed portion, compared to the
conventional system.

Creamy paste Excellent leveling and uniformity

Low back side penetration Better colour value

Fine particle size Suitable for fine mesh and sharp print

Soluble in 5 min No need of cooking. Preparation at

Room temperature.

Specification:
pH range: 8 to 9
Appearance: Creamy paste

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Application:
1. Preparation of reactive printing paste (for Cotton & Viscose)
A typical stock paste is prepared using following chemicals

X% : Water (typically 82-88%)

(TDS to be < 500 ppm approx. or RO)
10% : Urea
2% : Na 2 Co 3
Y% : Reactive Dye
10 – 12% : Acrylic Thickener-R
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100%
2. Preparation of disperse printing paste
3. With 100% Acrylic Thickener R:
A typical stock paste is prepared using following chemicals
X% : Water (typically 82-88%)
(TDS to be < 500 ppm approx. or RO)
1%--2% : Tartaric acid/ Citric acid ( to adjust pH 4—5)
1% : Loop Accelator
Y% : Disperse Dye
8 – 10% : Acrylic Thickener-R
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100%
4. Blended with Gum ( TKP/ Guar Gum):
A typical stock paste is prepared using following chemicals
X% : Water (typically 82-88%)
(TDS to be < 500 ppm approx. or RO)
1%--2% : Tartaric acid/ Citric acid ( to adjust pH 3—4)
1% : Loop Accelerator
Y% : Disperse Dye
8 – 10% : Gum + Acrylic Thickener-R
------------ (Blending Ratio 90: 10, add thickener while
cooking)
100%

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ACRYLIC THICKENER-R consumption will vary depending upon
following factors:

 Water Quality
 Print Viscosity
 Thickener consumption may vary because of dyes and other additives
containing electrolytes.

There may be variation in the procedure for stock preparation therefore

individual mill department should optimize the sequencing and time of
stirring.

Storage:

 Do not store in direct sun or at a temperature higher than 50°C.

 Always keep the cap closed after each withdrawal of the material from
the carboy.
 Shelf life is about 6 months

Disclaimer:
The information & data contained herein are given in good faith but without
warranty. We recommend that before using our products, the customer should
make his/her own tests to determine the suitability of the products for his/her own
purpose under his/her operating conditions. As the circumstances under which our
products are stored. Handled and used are beyond our control, we cannot assume
any responsibility for their use by the customers.

Zydex Industries
Zydex House, 61 Gotri-Sevasi Road,
Gotri,Vadodara-391101, India
Tel. : +91-265-3312000- 3312599
Fax : +91-265-3312111
Email : info@zydexindustries.com
Web : www.zydexindustries.com

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