Screen Print: Your Complete Guide to Screen Printing Supplies

Bevezetés

Hi! I’m here to help you learn all about szitanyomás. This fun way to make pólók and other cool stuff isn’t hard when you know what to do. Let’s start with the basics and work our way up!

Getting Started with Screen Printing

Mi az a szitanyomás?

Screen printing puts ink on things through a mesh screen. It’s like making a stamp, but better! You can print on:

• pólók
• Pulcsik
• Paper
• Faipari
• Fém
• Üveg

Basic Supplies You Need

1. Screens and Mesh
2. Wood or metal frames
3. Different mesh counts:

• 110 for thick ink
• 156 for regular shirts
• 230+ for fine details

1. Ink
2. Plasztiszol tinta – great for shirts
3. Vízbázisú tinta – eco-friendly
4. Discharge ink – for dark fabrics

Profi tipp: Check out our premium plastisol inks for professional results.

Essential Equipment

Printing Tools

1. Lehúzók
2. Different sizes needed
3. Durometer (hardness) matters
4. Keep them clean
5. Emulsion Items
6. Photo emulsion
7. Scoop coater
8. Exposure unit

Setup Equipment

1. Printing Press
2. Single color to start
3. Multi-color when ready
4. Table clamps
5. Drying Equipment
6. Heat gun
7. Flash dryer
8. Conveyor dryer

Choosing the Right Supplies

For T-Shirt Printing

1. Mesh Selection
2. 156-200 most common
3. Lower for white ink
4. Higher for details
5. Tintaválasztáss
6. Plastisol (76% prefer)
7. Water-based options
8. Special effects inks

For Art Prints

1. Fine Detail Work
2. 230+ mesh count
3. Vízbázisú tinták
4. Good registration

Fejlett berendezések

Color Separation

1. CMYK Process
2. Four-color printing
3. Halftone dots
4. Color matching
5. Special Effects
6. Glitter inks
7. Puff tinták
8. Metallic finishes

Cost Saving Tips

Smart Shopping

1. Clean screens (40% savings)
2. Bulk ink purchases
3. Equipment maintenance
4. DIY where possible

Efficiency Tips

1. Plan print runs
2. Mix custom colors
3. Save unused ink
4. Reclaim screens

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Problems

1. Ink Issues
2. Bleeding
3. Not covering
4. Drying in screen
5. Emulsion Problems
6. Won’t wash out
7. Breaks down
8. Under exposure

Környezeti megfontolások

Környezetbarát lehetőségek

1. Water-Based Inks
2. 22% yearly growth
3. Less pollution
4. Better feel
5. Energy Saving
6. LED exposure units
7. Solar power options
8. Efficient dryers

Jövőbeli trendek

Industry Development

1. Digital Integration
2. Hybrid systems
3. Automation
4. Color matching
5. Sustainable Practices
6. Eco inks
7. Recycling
8. Water reduction

Resources and Learning

Getting Help

1. Online Communities
2. Local Classes
3. Supplier Support

Practice Projects

1. Simple Designs
2. Color Tests
3. Különleges hatások

Maintenance Tips

Daily Care

1. Clean Screens
2. Check Equipment
3. Organize Supplies

Monthly Tasks

1. Deep Clean
2. Equipment Check
3. Supply Inventory