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3 table of contents 1 emulsion pg - traditional diazo wr & sr - dual-cure - dir-ad direct addition - solo pre-sensitized 1-pt - dir-ex direct exposure - projection 2 films pg Fotecap 1 - tecno high density film 1 - Fotecfoil inkjet film 20 - Fotecfilm indirect film 21 - Fotecmask knife-cut masking film chemicals pg frame adhesives 2 - mesh preps & degreasers 2 - hardeners 2 - screen fillers 2 - remover/decoaters 2 - Haze removers 0 - cleanmix 1 - screen clean auxiliaries pg - exposure calculator - 21 step calculator - speed tape - coating trough - brush

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5 dear reader This new FOTECO brochure, composed by SAATI, is the proof for the continuity of the FOTEC philosophy. High quality standards coupled with technical support for the stencil making industry and a long standing reliability are and will remain the pillars for the future. Personally I am very proud to realize that the brand FOTECO will flourish under the skilful guidance of SAATI. For over 0 years I enjoyed the developments of the screen industry. The printing process survives and this updated FOTECO brochure will certainly assist you in choosing the right FOTECO product. Henri Kunz

6 FOTECOAT EMULSION

7 develop an appreciation for the full range of fotecoat emulsion FOTECOAT emulsions employ the full spectrum of available technologies. They utilize diazo, dual-cure and photopolymer chemistry, as well as specially formulated solutions for difficult applications. FOTECOAT emulsions are available that meet the needs of all industry segments. They are used for printing all types of inks, as well as patterning functional materials for manufacturing components and appliances. There are emulsions and solutions available to satisfy the demands of the total screen printing community around the world. FOTECOAT emulsions are based on Swiss technology and crafted with precision using state of the art materials in ISO accredited facilities. Whatever your requirement there is a FOTECOAT emulsion that provides a solution and is supplied with the continued level of technical support that makes Foteco a leading and dependable brand.

8 1 traditional DIAZO fotecoat 1 SUITED FOR ALL but the most aggressive SOLVENT-based inks ÎÎPurple diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content* ÎÎGood resolution and definition ÎÎReclaims easily even after use with the most aggressive solvents fotecoat 10 Fast exposing solvent resistant emulsion - high moisture resistance ÎÎBlue diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content ÎÎShort exposure time ÎÎWorks well with inkjet film positives (CtF) fotecoat 1 Fast exposing emulsion for textiles - Fine Mesh ÎÎLight purple diazo emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎShort exposure, good transparency, high mechanical resistance fotecoat 1 CLEAR Clear emulsion for textiles - coarse mesh ÎÎClear diazo emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and % solids ÎÎLonger exposure than 1, but easier to decoat fotecoat 1 for textile printing - coarse mesh ÎÎPurple diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content ÎÎLonger exposure than 1, but easier to decoat ÎÎWorks well with inkjet film positives (CtF) fotecoat 11 very high resolution emulsion for industrial printing like PCB, bottle printing ÎÎBlue diazo emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎSlightly faster exposure than 111, semi-matt surface ÎÎEven higher print resistance (harder) than 111, and very high resolution/definition fotecoat 12 SD Clear with separate dye ÎÎClear diazo emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 0% solids ÎÎIdeal for extra high definition with excellent wet hardness ÎÎHigh resolution/ definition fotecoat 111 very high resolution emulsion for PCB and industrial printing ÎÎPurple diazo emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, easier to decoat than 11, moisture resistant ÎÎEven higher solvent resistance than 11 and very high resolution/definition *All solids content numbers reflect solids after mixing

9 dual-cure 1 fotecoat fast exposing emulsion (Cts) for graphics printing ÎÎLight purple dualcure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and % solids content ÎÎWorks well with solvent-based inks and co-solvent systems including water-based and aqueous UV ÎÎHighest resolution and definition, very low Rz value fotecoat 1 wr For textile printing: T-shirts and banners fine mesh ÎÎBlue dual-cure emulsion, high water resistance and suitable for sublimation inks ÎÎLow viscosity and 1% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, high mechanical resistance, well suited for CtF fotecoat 1 Ideal for half tone and fine line printing very universal ÎÎPurple (or blue) dualcure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content ÎÎWorks well with solvent-based inks and co-solvent systems including water-based and aqueous UV ÎÎSlower exposing than, superb resolution and definition fotecoat 2 For flatbed textile printing, works well for CtS - Triple cure ÎÎBlue triple cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 1% solids content ÎÎSuitable for plastisol, water-based and discharge printing ink without hardening ÎÎUnique triple-cure technology results in outstanding mechanical resistance and durability ÎÎNot reclaimable after catalysing with FOTECHEM 211 ÎÎHigh resolution, same resistance as, but lower in price and faster in exposure fotecoat 20 fastest dual cure emulsion, designed for CtS ÎÎPurple dualcure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎWorks well for solvent-based inks, co-solvent systems including water based and aqueous UV inks ÎÎEven faster exposing than, high resolution and definition fotecoat 0 For graphic and industrial application with long print runs low friction ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion with high resolution ÎÎMedium viscosity and % solids content ÎÎControlled particle size results in excellent print definition on any mesh ÎÎAfter drying, lacks the tackiness typical for dual-cure emulsions

10 1 dual-cure fotecoat 0 For Glass industry, where the slip/ non-stick feature results in improved durability under abrasive stress ÎÎBlue, dual-cure emulsion with very high water resistance ÎÎVery high viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎExcellent definition ÎÎUpon drying, lacks the tackiness typical of dual-cure emulsion - meaning less image distortion from vacuum blanket, less wear on stencil and squeegee, easier registration fotecoat for textile printing with coarse mesh ÎÎLight blue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content ÎÎWell suited for coarse mesh (up to ÎÎ1 t/cm); printing for high ink deposit Short exposure, excellent see-through stencil fotecoat Textile printing with inks containing water and solvents ÎÎPurple or blue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 1% solids content ÎÎFast exposure - ready to print screens can be post-exposed to increase printing resistance ÎÎIdeal for plastisol, glass and ceramic printing fotecoat Glass printing very high Water Resistance and Solvent resistance good flexibility ÎÎBlue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 1% solids content ÎÎFast exposure - ready to print screens can be post-exposed to increase printing resistance ÎÎHigher flex than -suited for glass and abrasive inks fotecoat 2 for bottle printing with solvent based inks, makes very flexible stencils ÎÎPurple dual-cure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and % solids content ÎÎFast exposing and humidity resistant ÎÎEconomic and excellent resolution/definition fotecoat emulsion especially for abrasive ink ÎÎPurple dual-cure emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity with 2% solids content ÎÎWorks best with glass and ceramic printing fotecoat for industrial print segments that demand maximum stencil accuracy and print definition ÎÎLight blue dual-cure emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎExtra high solvent resistance and extra high resolution ÎÎViscosity is ideal for thin polter or metal mesh fotecoat Produces permanent, waterproof stencils for textile printing - Triple cure ÎÎBlue triple cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content ÎÎHigh-resolution emulsion designed for textile printing applications ÎÎUnique triple-cure technology results in outstanding mechanical resistance and durability ÎÎNot reclaimable after catalysing with FOTECHEM 211 fotecoat 0 matt Ideal for half tone and fine line printing, matt surface suited for CtF ÎÎPurple dual-cure emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content ÎÎFast exposing and resists most inks containing both solvent and water ÎÎWell suited for use with inkjet film positives *All solids content numbers reflect solids after mixing

11 Dir-AD 1 Fotecoat dir-ad range DIR-AD stands for Direct Addition. These products are mixed by pouring the recommended amount of diazo directly into the emulsion and stirring. fotecoat 11 WR For textile printing: T-shirts and banners fine mesh ÎÎLight purple dualcure emulsion, high water resistance and suitable for sublimation inks ÎÎLow viscosity and 1% solids content ÎÎShort exposure, high mechanical resistance, well suited for CtF fotecoat 120 K For ceramic inks printing on tiles ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion with excellent see through stencils ÎÎLow viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎShort exposure; high mechanical and water resistance fotecoat 10 m For ceramic inks printing on tiles in single, double and third fire ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion which produces matt stencil surface with high contrast ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎVery short exposure, extra high resistance ÎÎHigh resolution with excellent mesh bridging fotecoat 10 Ideal for half tone and fine line printing universal ÎÎBlue dualcure emulsion with high contrast ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎEconomic and universal (ideal for most ink systems) fotecoat 1 For universal use in glass or graphic application ÎÎAquamarine dualcure emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎExposure time is relatively long to achieve best possible resolution coupled with an extended latitude

12 1 SOLO 1pt pre-sensitized Fotecoat solo range ÎÎReady to use - presensitized ÎÎNo mixing needed (diazo-free) ÎÎNo degassing needed (don t pour back into same can) ÎÎShelf life of 2 years ÎÎAvoid day or stray light, use only in yellow safelight conditions fotecoat 111 Solvent Resistant, ideal for printing UV lacquer ÎÎMagenta, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 2% solid content ÎÎFor all mesh counts and exposure methods ÎÎEconomical ÎÎFast wash out, excellent resistance to solvent based inks fotecoat 1 For textile printing and thick stencils ÎÎLight green, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 0% solid content ÎÎWater resistant only, extra short exposure time, for dyed mesh ÎÎIdeal as backing emulsion to make thick, water resistant stencils with TEC films fotecoat 1 For production of extra thick stencils in textile industry ÎÎDark purple, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎExtra high viscosity and % solids content ÎÎFor very coarse mesh; coat wet in wet without dropping down thanks to extra high viscosity ÎÎStencil thicknesses of approx microns can be achieved, depending on fabric type and number fotecoat 1 wr Super WateR resistant emulsion for textile printing, for CtS or CtF ÎÎRed, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content with extra short exposure time ÎÎLess resolution than 1, but even higher print runs possible ÎÎWell suited for use with inkjet film positives (CtF) or CtS fotecoat 1 For production of thick stencils in textile industry ÎÎPink, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎExtra high viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎSame as 1 but easier to coat due to lower viscosity fotecoat 1 For Food or textile printing (discharge inks) ÎÎRed, presensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎIdeal for discharge inks (additional diazo increases resistance) ÎÎIdeal for food, due to lack of Diazo, phthalates or acrylates fotecoat 10 For printing with solvent based inks and thick stencils ÎÎLight green, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 1% solid content ÎÎSolvent resistant only, extra short exposure time, for dyed mesh ÎÎIdeal as backing emulsion to make thick, water resistant stencils with TEC films fotecoat 1 For production of extra thick stencils for solvent and water based inks ÎÎBlue, presensitized emulsion ÎÎExtra high viscosity and % solids content ÎÎFor very coarse mesh; coat wet on wet without dropping thickness thanks to extra high viscosity ÎÎStencil thicknesses of approx microns can be achieved, depending on fabric type and count fotecoat 10 Extra fast, Solvent Resistant emulsion ÎÎGrey-blue, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content results in high resolution with precise stencil edge sharpness ÎÎVery fast exposure time: approximately double the fastest Diazo emulsion 20 fotecoat 1 uv High solid low viscosity ideal for UV inks ÎÎBlue, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and 1% solids content ÎÎCoating only once on print side of 10- mesh results in um EOM and um Rz value fotecoat 10 Solvent Resistant, very easy to reclaim, economic ÎÎGreen or purple, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎMedium viscosity and % solids content ÎÎWell suited for use with inkjet film positives (CtF)

13 dir-ex & projection 1 dir-ex emulsion fotecoat 1 sr Only SR, for graphic printers with CtS equipment ÎÎLight blue, presensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time fotecoat 10 wr water resistant, For textile printers with CtS equipment ÎÎBlue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time fotecoat 1 For graphic printers with CtS equipment: 20x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎRed, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎExposure speed makes 1 ideal for the very large format in advertising and general graphics ÎÎEasy reclaiming/non-staining emulsions with maximum sensitivity fotecoat 1 For glass printers with CtS equipment: 20x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎBlue, dual cure, pre-sensitized emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎResistant to UV-cured, water-based UV-cured and solvent-based ink for the glass market fotecoat 1 For textile printers using discharge ink and CtS: x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎOrange, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content results in excellent print definition ÎÎResistant to discharge inks without adding diazo or hardening with catalyst ÎÎOutstanding abrasion and humidity resistance fotecoat 1 BLUE For textile printers using discharge ink and CtS: x exposure speed vs Diazo or dual-cure ÎÎBlue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎHigh viscosity and % solids content results in excellent print definition ÎÎResistant to discharge inks without adding diazo or hardening with catalyst ÎÎOutstanding abrasion and humidity resistance projection emulsion fotecoat 1 sr Solvent Resistant, for graphic printers with CtS equipment ÎÎLight blue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and 2% solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time fotecoat 1 wr Water Resistant, For textile printers with CtS equipment ÎÎLight blue, pre-sensitized screen emulsion ÎÎLow viscosity and % solids content ÎÎVery fast exposure time

14 1 fotecoat emulsion comparison traditional diazo SCREEN EMULSIONS 1 10 matt 1 1 clear DIAZO DIR-AD direct addition SD diazo (1kg/.kg) c/c c2/c c2/c c/c c/c c/c11 c2/c cj.kg D2/D D2/D D2/D D2/D D2/D Solids Content % % % % % 2% 2% 0% 1% 2% % % % Exposure ratio 0% % 1% 0% 0% % 1% 10% % % 0% % 0% Colour P B Lp C P P B C lp B B B A Resolution 1 Definition 2 Solvent resistance Water resistance 1 2 Mechanical resistance Post exposure No Chemical hardening Yes Ink recommended A/G A/G A/F A/F A/F A/b/G A/b/G A/b/G A/e A/e A/e B/C/D U Avoiding of touch-ups Removal Applications P CtF T T T P/o b/p b/p T C C B/G/P B/G/P Dualcure SCREEN EMULSIONS 1 wr MATT 2 diazo (1kg/.kg) c/c12 c2/c c2/c c20/c C/C12 C/C C/C c2/c C2/c c/c12 c2/c C1/c1 c1/c1 C/C C/C11 Solids Content % 1% % 2% 1% % 2% % 1% 1% % % 2% 2% % Exposure ratio 1% % % % 22% % % % % % % % % 11% % Colour LP B B, P P B B B LB B, P B P P P LB B Resolution 1 Definition 2 Solvent resistance Water resistance Mechanical resistance Post exposure Chemical hardening no no no Ink recommended B/C/D A/e B/C/D B/C/D a/c b/u C a/e A/C/D A/C/D b/c/d A/B/G A/B/G g e Avoiding of touch-ups Removal Applications P T P CtS t/c o g t/x C/T/G C/G CtF B/G/P G P t/c

15 fotecoat emulsion comparison 1 presensitized solo SCREEN EMULSIONS Blue wr uv 10 diazo (1kg/.kg) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a d2.kg n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Solids Content 2% % % 0% % % 2% % 1% % % 1% % Exposure ratio 0% % % 21% % % 21% --- 1% % 2% Colour M O B LG DP R P R LG B GB B P, g Resolution Definition 2 Solvent resistance Water resistance Mechanical resistance Post exposure No Chemical hardening Ink recommended A/B/G a/e a/e A/F A/F A/F A/F A/F D A/G A/G B A/G Avoiding of touch-ups Removal Applications o cts cts C/P/X T/x T/F T/X T/x P/X p/x P/X O b/p Presensitized dir-ex SCREEN EMULSIONS diazo (1kg/.kg) Solids Content Exposure ratio Colour Resolution 1 Definition 2 Solvent resistance Water resistance Mechanical resistance Post exposure Chemical hardening Ink recommended Avoiding of touch-ups Removal 1 SR n/a 2% --- LB B/g 10 WR n/a % --- B 2 F 1 1 n/a n/a % % R B B e projection 1 1 wr sr n/a n/a % --- LB 2 F 2% --- LB b/g Exposure ratio: Reflects light sensitivity % compared to FOTECOAT 1 (0%) under equal conditions at EOM 1 µm 1: On yellow fabric under ideal conditions. 2: With adequate coating technique on corresponding mesh INKS: A: Plastisol B: Standard UV C: Aqueous UV D: Solvent/Water E: Water/Solvent F: Water G: Solvent H: Most inks in short runs U: Universal APPLICATIONS: B: Bottles C: Ceramic F: Food G: Glass P: Printed Circuit T: Textile X: Thick Stencil O: POS CTS: Computer-to-Screen App CTF: Ideal for Inkjet Film colors A Aquamarine B blue C Clear DP dark purple g Green GB Gray blue LB light blue LG light green LP light purple M Magenta O orange P pink P purple R red Applications CTS CTS CtS CTS T o diazo codes: C: Diazo in bottle, dissolve in water then add D: Diazo in Sachets, add directly to emulsion 11

16 1 fotecoat supplemental information COATING GUIDE FOR MANUAL STANDARD COATING METHODS COATING SEQUENCE DRYING POSITION PROFILE mesh 120 t/cm or Choose coating method in combination with mesh, coating trough and type of FOTECOAT (see Information Chart) to reach the wanted stencil characteristics. Dry thoroughly before exposure. Expose the longest possible (see Exposure Table) 12

17 fotecoat supplemental information 1 How print quality is affected by physical properties of stencil and mesh Mesh thickness Printing form thickness Stencil thickness Snap off Substrate Stencil opening Influence of the printing form for the ink deposit up to 1, mm Influence of the printing form for the ink deposit approx. 0, mm Stencil opening wider than approx. 1, mm Area of mesh influence alone Influence of the printing form for the ink deposit up to 0, mm 0,2 mm 0,2 mm 0,2 mm 0,2 mm Ink deposit Ink deposit Printing shoulder Ideal printing shoulders allow accurate printing Unexpected ink flow Printing shoulder offcontact Stencil in contact with the substrate controls the print Printing shoulder in contact Film stencil thin or thick has aflat surface Screen emulsion causes uneven stencil surface The thicker the stencil the higher the ink deposit in the stencil edge area 1

18 fotecfilm products

19 you ve got it covered when you use fotecfilm products Foteco film products cover the full spectrum of applications. Fotecap direct stencil films include Topaz diazo sensitized products and Zircon photopolymer films with industry leading performance. These are complemented by Tecno films up to 00 micron thickness for specialty printing applications. Fotecfoil inkjet receceptor film allows for generation of inexpensive film positives and enables color separation and imagesetting in-house with fast turn around and high quality. Finally, the Foteco film range also includes Fotecfilm gelatin indirect stencil films and Fotecmask for generation of knifecut film positives. 1

20 2 fotecap topaz 0 series Diazo standard capillary film ÎÎSolvent resistant ÎÎAdheres easily to all stencil sizes and meshes except calendared ÎÎAvailable in dry film thicknesses 1, 22, 2, 2, 0 and 2 µm saphir 12 dual-cure capillary film ÎÎFor printing with UV or aqueous UV inks ÎÎShort exposure time with high resolution for halftone printing ÎÎAvailable in dry film thickness 1 µm Zircon IP 1 resolution and definition zircon 00 series Photopolymer capillary film ÎÎQuick exposing photopolymer film ÎÎHigh resolution and great solvent resistance ÎÎAvailable in dry thicknesses of 1, 22 and 2 µm zircon IP 00 series identical profile Photopolymer capillary film ÎÎQuick exposing photopolymer film ÎÎHigh resolution and great solvent resistance ÎÎAvailable in dry thicknesses of 1, 2 and 0 µm 1

21 fotecap 2 TOPAZ characteristics saphir zircon zircon IP Film Thickness (microns) Min. thread # polter mesh/cm min. thread # Metal mesh/inch resolution (microns) yellow mesh resulting stencil thickness on polter mesh TOPAZ saphir exposure time zircon zircon IP Metal Halide Lamp (seconds) w (0 cm) w (0 cm) w (0 cm) w (0 cm) w (0 cm) w akticop S (0 cm) mercury vapor lamp with min warm-up (minutes) 12w hpr 0cm w hpr 0cm

22 2 fotecap tecno tecno high density film film for high density stencils up to 00 micron ÎÎSolvent and water resistant ÎÎ To be transferred by direct/indirect method, use FOTECOAT 10 for solvent based inks or 1 for water-based medium ÎÎHigh fliexibility and transparency ÎÎShort exposure ÎÎDecoats easily with normal chemicals applied to squeegee side only available thicknesses (in microns) 0, 10, 200, 20, 00, 00, 00 Lamination You can laminate 2 or more TEC sheets face to face. No adhering liquid is necessary Remove protective plastic sheet from both films. Place one film on the table and use a hard rubber roller to combine the sheets. Peel carrier sheet and continue at step or repeat for more sheets. Usage Directions Prepare Degrease thoroughly and let dry. Work under yellow safelight conditions. Peel Carrier, Expose, Washout IMPORTANT: Let the film cool down before peeling the carrier; dry again for a few minutes. Place right-reading positive in position. Expose. Washout at 2ºC (immerse in lukewarm water for a few minutes) Dry thoroughly Coat 1x print side, 2x squeegee side. WET on WET. Do T dry. Use Fotecoat 1 SOLO for waterbased or 10 for solvent-based inks. The coating should cover most of the mesh area. decoating after printing Remove ink from stencil. Use decoating chemicals on the squeegee side. TEC Film comes off in whole pieces. TE: Check drain outlet.. Adhere the films Remove protective sheet from film. Place film, emulsion side upwards, on a table. Dry the screen for at least 1 hour, longer depending upon overall thickness

23 inkjet films 2 fotecfoil 00 clear inkjet film ÎÎFor high resolution artwork ÎÎUsable with thermal inkjet printers ÎÎHigh dimensional stability ÎÎCarrier: Clear PE foil 0.12 mm thickness ÎÎThickness: mm ÎÎAntistatic gliding backside layer ideal FOTECOAT Emulsions for CtF Diazo 10, 1 Dual-Cure 0, 11 Solo Presensitized 1, 10 fotecfoil 00 clear inkjet film ÎÎFor high resolution artwork ÎÎUsable with thermal inkjet printers ÎÎHigh dimensional stability ÎÎCarrier: Clear PE foil 0.0 mm thickness ÎÎThickness: 0.02 mm fotecfoil 00 clear inkjet film ÎÎFor high resolution artwork ÎÎUsable with thermal inkjet printers ÎÎHigh dimensional stability ÎÎCarrier: Clear PE foil 0.1 mm thickness ÎÎThickness: 0.02 mm ÎÎAntistatic gliding backside layer Art department Stencil making inkjet film production 1

24 2 indirect gelatin film Fotecfilm ÎÎFor thin and flat stencils ÎÎCompatible with solvent based and UV inks ÎÎVery high resolution 020 rubin premium indirect gelatin film ÎÎRed film ÎÎWidest latitude ÎÎExposure time of 20 seconds with kw lamp at 0 cm distance ÎÎNo bleeding during drying process ÎÎHolds resolution of 120 µm 00 redstar economical indirect gelatin film ÎÎDark red film ÎÎFastest exposing, seconds with kw lamp at 0 cm distance ÎÎNo bleeding during drying process ÎÎHolds resolution of 0 µm 00 redtop indirect gelatin film ÎÎRed film ÎÎBest adhesion on fabric ÎÎExposure time of 0-0 seconds with kw lamp at 0 cm distance ÎÎLow bleeding during drying process ÎÎHolds resolution of 0 µm fotechem 2200 A&B Powder Powder developer for indirect gelatin film ÎÎUsed instead of hydrogen peroxide solution ÎÎDiluted in water makes liters of developer ÎÎHas a much longer pot life than hydrogen peroxide 20

25 knife-cut masking film 2 fotecmask 1 red hand-cut film ÎÎSuper-cut stick-back quality ÎÎSemi mat ÎÎTougher peeling ÎÎEasier cutting ÎÎ0 µm carrier fotecmask 1 red hand-cut film ÎÎSuper-cut stick-back quality ÎÎSemi mat ÎÎTougher peeling ÎÎEasier cutting ÎÎ12 µm carrier 1. Fotec Swivel Knife, standard blade 2. Compass with.... Adaptor to hold Fotec Swivel Knife. Double cutter Tripod for Double Cutter 1. Cutting Cut always on a flat, hard support; watch for good working and light conditions. Protect film emulsion against perspiration. A sharp knife must be used for cutting (try the ideal FOTEC Swivel knife). Cut completely through the film and not into the support. Overcuts close themselves. 2. Examples Overlay film-negative with FOTECMASK red, using a punch register system. Cut the desired outline with the FOTEC Swivel Knife and peel the emulsion. Contacting the mask results in a perfectly fitting positive mask.. Negative mounting Overlay the layout with FOTECMASK red or orange, emulsion side down. Mount film parts on it. Turn, cut and peel the emulsion where desired. At the same time you can cut logos, frames, tint windows, etc.. forms Using the Double Cutter ( mm) together with the tripod, perfect borders and forms can be cut directly into FOTECMASK. Either negative or positive work is possible.. Artwork preparation, air-brush masks Using the cutting technique you can work over a rough sketch. Perfect edge sharpness and solids are the result. Precise air-brush masks are cut with the FOTEC precision cutting tool set. 21

26 fotechem chemicals

27 reclaim control with fotechem products The Fotechem product range comprises a full suite of products to enable screen preparation and recycling. Fotechem mesh preparation products are easy to use and provide consistent results with any mesh and economy of use. Fotechem adhesives attach mesh to frame with durable bonds that resist aggressive cleaning solvents and keep high mesh tension. Screen reclaiming is addressed at all steps by high performance products that remove ink, stencil and haze. These products work as a system to ensure optimum results at each stage and extend the life of the screen. 2

28 adhesives fotechem 220/22 red 2-part frame adhesive ÎÎTwo component red adhesive ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 1-20 minutes fotechem 220 HV/22 red Higher viscosity than fotechem 220/22 red ÎÎTwo component red adhesive ÎÎHigher viscosity for coarse mesh counts ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 1-20 minutes fotechem 20/2 clear 2-part frame adhesive ÎÎTwo component clear adhesive ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 1-20 minutes fotechem 20/2 green 2-part frame adhesive ÎÎBlue component mixes with with yellow component to make green active product ÎÎExtremely solvent resistant ÎÎDry enough to remove from stretcher in 1-20 minutes fotechem 22 Thinning liquid for fotechem adhesives ÎÎClear liquid additive ÎÎAdapts adhesives to perform better on super fine mesh counts ÎÎCan be added to any FOTECHEM adhesive except 20 fotechem a/h fast drying 2-part frame adhesive ÎÎTwo part liquid ÎÎDries in minutes ÎÎFruity aroma ÎÎKetone content < 0% fotechem 20 Rapid drying 1-part frame adhesive ÎÎReady to use clear liquid ÎÎResists all stencil removing chemicals ÎÎSuitable for high tension stretching ÎÎDries within - minutes dependent upon mesh count ÎÎShelf life of months 2

29 mesh prep & degreaser fotechem 2002 mesh prep/degreaser ÎÎClear gel ÎÎReady to use ÎÎSupports flow and contains a degreaser fotechem 2022 concentrated mesh prep ÎÎDark blue liquid ÎÎMix 1: with water ÎÎSupports flow fotechem 200 Gel mesh prep/degreaser ÎÎLight blue gel ÎÎReady to use ÎÎStrong foam forming coupled with high efficiency fotechem 20 Concentrated degreaser ÎÎLight blue thick liquid ÎÎEconomic degreaser ÎÎWhen diluted 1: with water, performs like FOTECHEM 200 fotechem 20 S Super concentrated degreaser for automatic equipment ÎÎReddish liquid ÎÎLow foaming ÎÎDilute 1:0 with water and use with automatic equipment fotechem 202 Combination abrader/degreaser ÎÎGray paste ÎÎReady to use ÎÎAbrades and degreases fabric with one application fotechem 202 Gel mesh prep/degreaser ÎÎYellowish gel ÎÎReady to use ÎÎEnables a uniform water film untreated wet mesh FOTECHEM 2002 Treatment for 2 minutes 2

30 hardeners fotechem 20 chemical hardener ÎÎStandard type hardener ÎÎNeeds 1 hour at 0ºC or 2 hours room temperature curing time ÎÎMost suitable for textile emulsions fotechem 21 very effective Chemical hardener ÎÎReady to use yellow liquid ÎÎCan be mixed 1:1 with water for stencils that need eventual decoating fotechem 211 Instant Liquid chemical hardener ÎÎReady-to-use instant liquid ÎÎCan be applied by brush to both sides ÎÎClear, odorless, free of VOC and ships non-hazardous fotechem 211 Hardener for triple cure emulsions ÎÎCreates a permanent waterproof and solventresistant stencil when applied to FOTECOAT ÎÎBolsters water-resistance when added to waterresistant emulsions such as 1, 1, 11, etc. fotechem 210 premium chemical hardener ÎÎProvides the most effective hardening ÎÎReady to use yellow liquid ÎÎCan be mixed 1:1 with water for stencils that need eventual decoating fotechem 21 liquid light hardener ÎÎColorless ready-to-use liquid ÎÎCompatible with all FOTECOAT emulsions ÎÎApplied after washing out both sides to eliminate underexposure ÎÎReduces instances of pinholes or premature breakdown on press ÎÎDoes not make stencils more difficult to decoat 2

31 screen fillers fotechem 200 Standard screen filler ÎÎBlue screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎMedium viscosity fotechem 201 high contrast screen filler ÎÎHigher contrast dark blue screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎMedium viscosity fotechem 20 lower viscosity screen filler ÎÎLight green screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎSlightly lower viscosity than 200 fotechem 200 higher viscosity screen filler ÎÎRed screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎHigher viscosity than 200 fotechem 20 WR screen filler for water-based iks ÎÎRed screen filler for use with water-based inks ÎÎVery high solids content ÎÎCan be removed with solvent reclaimers with high pressure wash fotechem 20 screen filler for coarse mesh ÎÎGreen screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎHigh viscosity for coarse synthetic mesh and all wire mesh fotechem 20 blue screen filler for coarse mesh ÎÎBlue screen filler for use with non-aqueous inks ÎÎHigh viscosity for coarse synthetic mesh and all wire mesh 2

32 remover/decoaters fotechem 200 ready to use liquid ÎÎDeep penetration ÎÎOdor-free fotechem 200 Ready to use paste ÎÎEasier handling for large screens ÎÎBetter economy because it stays where applied ÎÎRecommended for application on the squeegee side of high density stencils fotechem 200 economic concentrated liquid ÎÎDilutable 1:20 with water ÎÎFor automatic reclaiming FOTECHEM 200 Paste with FOTECO Round Brush fotechem 20 concentrated powder ÎÎTo be dissolved in water ÎÎBest mixed 0 g in -20 lt solution fotechem 20 Economic concentrated Liquid ÎÎDilutable 1:0 with water ÎÎBest mixed 1/2 lt FOTECHEM 20 to 1 lt water ÎÎFor manual or automatic reclaiming 2

33 haze removers fotechem 20 Liquid Regenerator to be applied before fotechem 200 ÎÎSlightly alkaline solvent-based emulsifying liquid ÎÎLow evaporation ÎÎNon-harmful ingredients with a pleasant scent fotechem 200 High Alkaline paste ÎÎTo be used in conjunction with FOTECHEM 20 ÎÎEfficient high alkaline dense paste ÎÎSolvent-free fotechem 20 1-part ghost remover gel for immediate reaction (< Min) ÎÎAlkaline gel containing clean solvents ÎÎDirect application with a brush ÎÎCan be applied with a manual coating trough FOTECHEM 20 Gel, 200 Paste with Round Brush FOTECHEM part ghost remover gel to let stand overnight ÎÎAlkaline gel containing chloride ÎÎDirect application with a brush or coating trough ÎÎLess aggressive as 20 can be let stand overnight fotechem 0020 Super effective 1-part ghost remover gel ÎÎMore powerful alkaline gel containing clean solvents ÎÎDirect application with a brush or coating trough ÎÎMore aggressive than 20 2

34 fotechem cleanmix the one step recycler removes ink and stencil, and preps mesh Simple - Efficient - Economic - Time Saving ÎÎClear liquid ÎÎ Combination of 201, water and 20 products ::1 ÎÎEffectively reclaims all inks and emulsion ÎÎ Degreases the mesh for the next coating ÎÎ Turns steps into 1 ÎÎSafe, odor-free Directions 1. Use plastic containers only to mix and store the solution. 2. Remove ink after printing with a spatula.. Apply the CLEANMiX solution on both sides of the still wet or dry screen.. Let stand for a few minutes.. Use high pressure water gun to remove the remaining ink, to decoat and degrease the mesh in ONE STEP.. Always spray from bottom to top!. Follow the local regulations. Ink particles, stencil residues and organic solvents can mix with the sewage water and should only be disposed of, if cleaned afterwards internally or locally. 0

35 fotechem 200 screen clean A safe and economic new screen wash for ghost image preventing stencil cleaning with a recyclable, odor minimizing and ready-to-use liquid ÎÎ Screen wash to be applied after press to screens for re-cataloguing ÎÎExtends the life of your long-run stencil ÎÎSafe and economic ÎÎ Recycling is possible by filtration or sedimentation ÎÎ Compatible with most inks and stencil systems ÎÎ ph neutral, flash point over 0ºC ÎÎlow VOC and safe for transportation Because this ready-to-use liquid that almost doesn t evaporate, the manual screen cleaning has to be done in a slightly different way from the usual working method. The ink removal with fotechem 200 screen clean can be done ÎÎ For a follow-up storing of the stencil ÎÎBefore the standard stencil decoating ÎÎDuring interruptions of the printing process. 1 2 Remove excessive ink with spatula after printing. Apply FOTECHEM 200 with soaked cleaning paper by swabbing both sides of the stencil WAIT -1 seconds. Do not rub extensively! Use fresh cleaning paper, moistened with FOTECHEM 200 and blot from both sides. Repeat until the cleaning paper remains clean from ink residues. Dry stencil with fresh, absorbent cleaning paper, rub slightly. 1

36 foteco auxiliaries

37 accessorize your shop with foteco auxiliaries Work smart and improve quality by customizing your screen making process with Foteco Auxiliary products. Each product in the range has been tested and selected by experienced industry professionals. Streamline your screen making process. Ensure quality, save time, and minimize remakes (or maybe mistakes) by using the right tools.

38 auxiliaries Exposure calculator determine optimal exposure with one test ÎÎ All in one test strip ÎÎ See results for five exposure levels in one test ÎÎThree levels of halftone dots 21 step calculator Compact test strip confirms exposure level ÎÎ Fits on any test or production screen ÎÎQuantifies 21 levels of exposure, allows user to pick perfect level ÎÎGuarantees repeatable results by locking in exposure time

39 auxiliaries speed tape polter tape for on press ÎÎExtra thin: 2 µm, semi-transparent ÎÎ Usable as blockout in open areas of stencil ÎÎ Can be used to safeguard frame adhesive against solvents coating trough Double edged aluminium ÎÎ Cut to length ÎÎ Profiles of 0. and 1.0 mm ÎÎDoesn t rust round brush 0% chemical resistant brush for easy screen cleaning ÎÎ Metal-free so it never rusts ÎÎStiff nylon bristles ÎÎ Used in applying degreasers, decoaters and ghost removers vikan brush Brush for larger screens ÎÎ Can be held by the ergonomic handle or the body ÎÎ Synthetic bristles for applying screen cleaner, degreaser, decoater, haze remover, and all-in-one cleaning solutions ÎÎAvailable in 1. blue handle with medium, normal bristles (0 mm) - capacious 2. green handle with very soft, spliced bristles ( mm) - very capacious

40 i INDEX # 00 series Dualcure Emulsion..., 100 series Dir-Ex Emulsion series Tradional Diazo Emulsion series Traditional Diazo Emulsion series Traditional Diazo Emulsion... 0 series Dir-Ex Emulsion... 0 series Projection Emulsion... 0 series Solo pre-sensitised 1-pt Emulsion... 0 series Dir-Ad Emulsion Screen Clean Step Calculator series Adhesives Series Film Film Series Film IP Series Film Rubin Redstar Redtop...20 A Adhesives...2 Auxiliaries B Round Brush... C Capillary Film...1 CLEANMiX...0 Coating trough... Vikan Brush... D Decoaters...2 Mesh Prep/Degreasers...2 Diazo Emulsion... Direct Addition Emulsion... Direct Exposure Emulsion... Dualcure Emulsion... E Emulsions...- Emulsion Comparison Charts Exposure Calculator... F Fotecap Film...1 Fotechem Products Fotecoat Supplemental Info Fotecfilm Products Fotecfoil Products...1 Fotecmask Products...21 H Hardeners...2 Haze Removers...2 I Indirect Gelatin Film...20 Inkjet Film...1 J Emulsions...- K Knife-cut Masking Film...21 M Masking Film...21 Mesh Prep/Degreasers...2 P Pre-sensitized Emulsion... Projection Emulsion... R Removers/Decoaters...2 Round Brush... S Saphir Series Capillary Film...1 Screen Fillers...2 Speed Tape... T Speed Tape... Tecno High Density Film...1 Topaz Series Capillary Film...1 V Vikan Brush... Z Zircon Series Capillary Film...1 Zircon IP Series Capillary Film...1

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