Glycol Ether Solvent for Flexographic Ink Dilution

A glycol ether solvent for flexographic ink dilution is a solvent that does a quiet but essential job in a flexo ink room: it dilutes flexo ink to the correct viscosity helps it transfer cleanly from anilox to plate to substrate and controls how it dries.

Triwill Group supplies Eloxy Propanol through partners and distributors in the UAE and GCC, on a quote-led basis. Technical data sheets are available on request, with a technical and commercial study behind each recommendation.

Key Features

• Flexo ink dilution: Formulated and supplied for diluting flexographic inks to the correct viscosity for anilox plate and press.
• Controlled drying behaviour: A glycol ether evaporation profile that gives useful open time on press.
• Good resin solvency: Glycol ether solvency for the resins commonly used in flexo inks helping ink to wet transfer and adhere cleanly.
• Clean, consistent transfer: Helps ink transfer from anilox to plate to substrate evenly supporting sharp detail.
• Flexo and formulation use: Suitable for flexo ink dilution on press and for formulation and adjustment work in the ink room.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ethoxy propanol used for in flexo printing?

Ethoxy propanol, often known as PE solvent, is a glycol ether solvent used for flexographic ink dilution. It thins flexo ink to the correct viscosity for anilox plate and press helps it transfer cleanly and controls drying so print is sharp and colour is consistent.

How is it different from a general solvent?

A general solvent may thin ink, but it may not have the right solvency, evaporation rate or compatibility for a flexo ink system. A dedicated glycol ether diluent is selected for flexo ink resins for a moderate evaporation profile that gives useful open time on press.

Can I use ethoxy propanol with water-based flexo inks?

It depends on the ink system and its specification. Glycol ether diluents are used in flexo ink dilution and adjustment where specified for the ink system involved.

How much diluent should I add to flexo ink?

The amount depends on the ink, the anilox, the press and the viscosity required for the job. Add diluent gradually, mix thoroughly, and check viscosity after addition, rather than adding a large amount at once.

Request a Quote: Contact Triwill Group for a bulk quote and technical data sheets for Eloxy Propanol in the UAE and GCC.