Sapphire 5.0
Brand Family Overview
The Coating X300™ line combines two properties critical to packers of perishables and building products: water resistance and release. It's nonabrasive, repulpable, and hot-melt gluable.
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Designed as a primer for HP Indigo substrates to render them compatible to ink. It can be used on paper substrates.
Description
Primer for use with HP Indigo press.
Performance Attributes
This product is used in many applications including the following:
| Application | Properties Imparted |
|---|---|
| HP Indigo Solutions | Applicator - flexo / gravure/ roll, OEM - Indigo ws10000, OEM - Indigo ws5000, OEM - Indigo ws7000, Substrate - paper |
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Physical Properties
These physical properties are typical but should not be considered specifications.
| Appearance | Translucent liquid |
|---|---|
| pH | 10.4 - 11.4 |
Site of Manufacture (and Product Code)
AUB (Q4310A.E)
SNG (Q4310A.S)
Application Data
Q4310A (Sapphire 5.0) can be applied via flexo or direct gravure systems. The recommended dry coat weight is 30 to 60 mg/m². Use our Sapphire Indicator Solution to check quality of the coating. The anilox should be kept turning at all times to avoid premature drying of the solution. Cleaning with warm water, IPA or slightly acidic water is recommended. ISO Cup Viscosity - #3 Cup 25-31 sec. Do not dilute.
Storage
Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Use personal protective equipment as required.