Ecotex WR-BLUE is the Ultimate Water Resistant Diazo Emulsion. This textile emulsion is highly resistant to plastisol & water-based inks. An ultra-durable solution designed for long print runs extremely water-resistant. Before use, Diazo must be added & allowed to activate emulsion. It’s easy, just see Diazo for simple Instructions. Once the Diazo has been mixed it is ready for use. Apply to clean, degreased, dried screen with a scoop coater. Be sure to use appropriate application techniques. Reclaiming Ecotex WR-BLUE is easy with Ecotex Emulsion Remover. Requires more water to develop the image. NOTE: This emulsion comes with a bottle of Diazo. Helpful Hints to Ensure Your Emulsion Lasts Longer Once Mixed: Always use distilled water to mix the Diazo sensitizer. Keep in a cool area, emulsion will break down much faster in heat. Keeping emulsion in a fridge can help to give a slightly extended shelf life, however, emulsion that has gotten to the point of freezing will no longer work properly & must be replaced. Keep the emulsion lid on tight to preserve air & light leaks. Gently mix the emulsion each time before use to help extend the life. For long runs of over 1,000 shirts - use Ecotex Emulsion Hardener to extend the life of your stencil. To ensure best results, date your emulsion once mixed & keep an extra container on hand once the emulsion is about to expire Shelf Life: 10-12 months Activated: 1 Week Emulsions can be tricky & if you still need help trying to find out which is right for you take a look at our emulsion guide - Which emulsion to use? Application: Apply to clean, degreased & dried screen with a scoop coater. Be sure to use appropriate application techniques. It’s recommended you eliminate any UV light from entering the room & work under a yellow light. Exposure Times: 80 - 90 seconds with LED Light 12 - 13 minutes with 500w Halogen Light Drying: 86 o to 104 oF (30 o to 40 oC) 30% to 50% humidity Good Air Circulation Shelf Life & Storage: 12 months if not exposed to extreme weather conditions or exposed to light Mixed with diazo: 1-2 weeks Pro Tips: Always use distilled water to mix the Diazo sensitizer. Prep your screen before coating with Ecotex Hyper Haze Eliminate any UV light from entering the room & work under a yellow light. Use the sharp edge of your scoop coater Make sure screen is completely dry before coating emulsion Make sure emulsion is completely dry before printing Keep the emulsion lid on tight to preserve air & light leaks Gently mix the emulsion each time before use to help extend the life Write down the day you opened the emulsion on the bottle to better keep track of your chemicals. Keep in a cool area, emulsion will break down much faster in heat. Keeping emulsion in a fridge can help to give a slightly extended shelf life, however, emulsion that has gotten to the point of freezing will no longer work properly & must be replaced Ecotex Wr-Blue Water Resistant Textile Diazo Screen Printing
