Curing Plastisol With A Flash | Tips On Getting A Proper Cure

Many screen printers use their flash dryers to cure. Flash dryers do work, but there are some tips and tricks to ensuring your print is completely cured. Our in-house expert Colin Huggins goes in-depth in the video on things to look for when curing plastisol ink, specifically a low cure like FN-INK™, with a flash dryer. Check out FN-INK™ here: http://bit.ly/FN_INK Donut Probe: https://scrnprntl.ink/DonutProbe Laser Temperature Gun: https://scrnprntl.ink/LaserTempGun #FNINK #SCREENPRINTING #CURINGPLASTISOL SUBSCRIBE: http://scrnprntl.ink/RyonetYoutube 00:00 Introduction 00:12 What does Proper Cure Mean? 01:02 Best Practices for Curing FN-INK with a Flash 02:26 Printing 03:25 What is a Donut Probe? 04:07 Measuring Platen Temps: Donut Probe vs. Laser Temp Gun 06:39 Factors that Affect Curing 09:55 Confirming a Full Cure 11:02 The Stretch Test 13:56 Ink Cracking vs. Ink Splitting 15:02 Final Step: the Wash Test 15:45 Conclusion CONNECT WITH RYONET Website: https://www.screenprinting.com Text RYONET to 81787 to receive occasional updates for sales, promos, and special events near you! Standard Rates May Apply CONNECT ON SOCIAL Facebook:   / ryonet   Twitter:   / ryonet   Instagram:   / ryonet   LinkedIn:   / ryonet   PROMO CODE Use promo code: YOUPRINT5 and save $5 on any order over $25. ABOUT RYONET Founded in 2004, Ryonet® is dedicated to empowering creative entrepreneurship in screen printing through industry-leading education, service and support.