This question is very important for those
who are starting out or are in doubt about the correct type of ink for the
chosen job. Below you can find some basic information about the types of inks and
their respective uses.
Visual Differences
Visually, it is already possible to notice
the big difference between dye ink and pigmented ink. The following chart shows
you the main differences between dye and pigment inks, which should be considered
when choosing the appropriate type of ink for different printing tasks.
Properties
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Properties
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Dye Ink
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Pigment Ink
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Appearance
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Watery appearance, resembling "gasoline"
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Milky appearance; more opaque color
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Price
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Lower
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Higher
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Water Resistance
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Not waterproof
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Waterproof, does not smear when in contact with water
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UV Resistance
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Fades easily with light exposure, no UV protection
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Has UV protection, more durable in outdoor environments
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Color shades
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Brighter color
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Duller colors
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Appearance
- **Dye Ink:** Watery appearance,
resembling "gasoline"
- **Pigment Ink:** Milky appearance; more
opaque color
Price
- **Dye Ink:** Lower
- **Pigment Ink:** Higher
Water Resistance
- **Dye Ink:** Not waterproof
- **Pigment Ink:** Waterproof, does not
smear when in contact with water
UV Resistance
- **Dye Ink:** Fades easily with light
exposure, no UV protection
- **Pigment Ink:** Has UV protection, more
durable in outdoor environments
Color Shades
- **Dye Ink:** Brighter color
- **Pigment Ink:** Duller colors
Conclusion
CHROMOINK® has pigment background for more
than a decade, manufacturing dispersions and inks for Digital printing, Flexo
& Gravure printing. Welcome to contact us for more information.
