How to store DTF ink correctly?
In order to ensure that production work can proceed smoothly, many manufacturers will stock up various consumables required for Direct to Film printers according to the order volume of their own factories after purchasing DTF printers, such as DTF hotmelt powder, DTF film and DTF ink.
So, how should we store DTF ink after purchasing it? Today, let me teach you how to store DTF ink correctly!
After receiving the dtf ink, you first need to take them out of the carton and confirm that the outer packaging of the dtf ink is sealed. Do not let the unopened dtf ink come into contact with the air, otherwise it will affect its service life. After confirmation, you can put the ink back into the box for storage.
After that, we need to put the ink in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. Storing it directly in the carton can avoid moisture, water ingress, high temperature, and direct sunlight. Direct sunlight will cause the surface temperature of the ink outer packaging to rise, which will cause the temperature of the dtf ink itself to rise, affecting the use effect and storage life of the ink.
DTF ink is divided into white ink and CMYK ink. Because the main component of white ink is titanium dioxide, precipitation will occur if it is left for a long time, so the storage time of white ink will be shorter than that of CMYK ink.
Under normal circumstances, the storage time of white ink is 6 to 9 months, and the storage time of CMYK ink is 9 to 12 months. However, it is best to use it within 6 months. If the ink is not completely used up after opening, the bottle cap needs to be tightened and used up within 15 days.
Therefore, DTF ink has two common specifications in the market, 1000ml and 500ml, and there is also a small specification of 100ml. Manufacturers can choose the appropriate specification of ink according to their actual situation.
It should be noted that because white ink will precipitate if it is left for a long time, it must be shaken back and forth vigorously before opening the lid for use, and then poured into the ink barrel for use. It is recommended to use an ink shaker to shake the white ink thoroughly and evenly before opening it for use.
In addition, you can put a time label on the ink after receiving the goods and after opening the package, so that the time is clear at a glance, and it is also more convenient to see the inventory, so that you can purchase goods in time without delaying the production process.
The ink in the DTF Printer ink barrel also needs to be stored correctly. First of all, the DTF Printer needs to work frequently to keep the printer ink channel unobstructed and the ink can flow smoothly. Secondly, after not using the machine for a long time, you need to observe the ink status in the ink cartridge. If the ink status is not good, you need to replace new ink before working again; in addition, you must turn on the white ink circulation device of the machine before working, and stir the white ink evenly before starting to work.
The ability of DTF printers to print colorful patterns is inseparable from high-quality ink, so correctly storing ink is an indispensable part of daily work.
