هنر و علم جوهر صفحه نمایش ابریشم: راهنمای مبتدیان

Learn how to pick the best silk screen ink. Avoid mistakes. Make cool shirts, posters, and more!

Why Silk Screen Ink Matters

Did you know? The screen printing ink market will grow by 5.2% every year until 2030! People love making custom shirts, posters, and gifts. But picking the wrong ink can waste time and money.

For example:

• Bad ink can crack, fade, or feel scratchy.
• Good ink lasts longer and looks professional.

4 Types of Silk Screen Ink

Pick the right ink for your project:

1. پلاستیزول
   • بهترین برای: Bright shirts and hats.
   • Good stuff: Stays bright and is easy to use.
   • Bad stuff: Not eco-friendly and needs heat to dry.
   • Fun fact: Plastisol is used in 48% of projects.
2. جوهر مبتنی بر آب
   • بهترین برای: Soft shirts and eco-friendly projects.
   • Good stuff: Feels soft and safe for kids.
   • Bad stuff: Takes a long time to dry.
3. Discharge Ink
   • بهترین برای: Vintage looks on dark shirts.
   • Good stuff: Removes dye and feels light.
   • Bad stuff: Smells strong and needs practice.
4. UV-Curable Ink
   • بهترین برای: Glass, metal, and phone cases.
   • Good stuff: Dries fast with UV light.
   • Bad stuff: Costs more and needs a special lamp.

5 Things to Check Before Buying Ink

Ask these questions:

1. What are you printing on?
   • پنبه: Use plastisol or discharge ink.
   • پلی استر: Avoid plastisol (it cracks).
   • Glass or metal: UV-curable works best.
2. Does it need to last?
   • Wash a lot? Pick plastisol.
   • Want softness? Try water-based ink.
3. Light or dark fabric?
   • Dark shirts: Use discharge ink.
   • Light shirts: Water-based or plastisol.
4. How will you dry it?
   • Heat press: Plastisol.
   • Air dry: Water-based.
5. Is it safe?
   • Look for Oeko-Tex یا PVC-free labels.
   • نکته: 70% of pros use Oeko-Tex certified ink for safety.

How to Choose: Simple Steps

Follow this easy guide:

1. What are you making?
   • Shirt → Fabric ink (plastisol or water-based).
   • Mug → UV-curable ink.
2. What’s your style?
   • Bright colors → Plastisol.
   • Soft feel → Water-based.
3. What tools do you have?
   • No heat press? Use water-based ink.
   • UV lamp? Try UV-curable.

Mistake to avoid: 34% of beginners have ink that peels off. Test first!

Top 3 Mistakes (and Fixes)

Don’t do this:

1. Plastisol on polyester → Cracks.
   • رفع کنید: Use water-based ink.
2. Skipping test prints → Wastes ink.
   • رفع کنید: Test on scrap fabric.
3. Wrong heat setting → Ink rubs off.
   • رفع کنید: Use a thermometer.

مطالعه موردی: A shirt company fixed 90% of misprints by switching to جوهر تخلیه on black tees.

Stay Safe and Green

Protect yourself and Earth:

• Wear gloves and a mask with strong inks.
• Open windows or use a fan.
• Eco inks: Choose water-based or PVC-free plastisol.
• Throw away ink at a recycling center.

واقعیت: 60% of ink waste happens when it’s too thick. Use a Ford Cup to check.

Best Starter Kits Under $100

Start cheap, learn easy:

1. Speedball Fabric Kit
   • Price: $60
   • بهترین برای: Water-based shirts.
2. VersaCraft Multi-Surface Kit
   • Price: $85
   • بهترین برای: Shirts, wood, and glass.
3. Green Galaxy Bundle
   • Price: $75
   • بهترین برای: Eco-friendly projects.

نکته: Water-based ink costs 20% more but saves 35% in waste cleanup.

سوالات متداول

Answers to common questions:

Start Your First Project!

Remember:

• Match ink to your material.
• Test first.
• Stay safe.

Fun challenge: Make a shirt for a friend! Grab a starter kit and try it today.