For interior use, EP Series offers excellent adhesion & hardness for metal and glass applications. This high gloss formulation is also recommended for general OEM use, nameplates, equipment panels and decorative glass. Superior flexibility & chemical resistance. May be reduced for reverse roller coating, coil coating & spraying..

Standard Colors

Mixing Clear* EP-305
Modified White*

EP-349

White* EP-351
High Cover White* EP-352
Black* EP-353
Medium Yellow      EP-354
Navy Blue* EP-307
Ultra Blue* EP-308
Primrose Yellow EP-309
Medium Green*      EP-312
Fire Red EP-313
Orange EP-314
Light Brown* EP-315
Maroon*

EP-319

Flag Red EP-322
Deep Red EP-323
Perma Green* EP-325
Brilliant Perma Blue*

EP-328

Emerald Green* EP-390
Light Blue* EP-391
Lemon Yellow EP-392

 

Transparent Colors

Transparent Blue* EP-330
Transparent Yellow* EP-331
Transparent Orange* EP-332
Transparent Red* (Y) EP-333
Transparent Violet* EP-334
Transparent Red* (B) EP-338
Transparent Green* EP-340

 

Metallic Colors

Rich Gold* EP-335
Rich Pale Gold* EP-336
Pale Gold* EP-337
Brite Silver* EP-339

 

Special Clears/Topcoates

Topcoat for Colors* EP-301
Topcoat for White* EP-304
Primer EP-306
Simulated Etch for Glass* EP-34155
Halftone Clear EP-311

 

*Heavy Metal Free

 

Most EP series shades are available lead free as custom orders.

*Heavy Metal compliant by CONEG legislation, ASTM F963-03, EN71-3 994 and IS 8124-3:1997

QT-EP Rev C

 

 

SUBSTRATES

Glass, metals, anodized, mill finished and coated aluminum. In compliance with Title 21 175.300 (incidental food contact). Special primers and top coats are available for increased flexibility and chemical resistance (see descriptions below).

BAKE / CURE

Bake Dry: 300 F for 15 minutes / 350 F for 8 minutes/ 400F for 4 minutes / Flash-off 30 seconds at 500F.

EP Series Ink will not air dry. EQUIPMENT: Batch oven with convection air or industrial conveyor dryer (non-textile) are preferred. IR panels may provide sufficient cure if belt will accommodate parameters above.

STENCILS

CudnerCote or other direct method emulsions, capillary films.

SCREEN MESH

260  to 355  Monofilament.

SQUEEGES

All types, 60 to 80 durometer.

SPECIAL PRIMERS & TOPCOATS

EP-301 Topcoat: For use over colors. Enhances chemical and abrasion resistance; approved for use in appliances. 

EP-304 Topcoat: For Non-Yellowing over white. 

EP-306: For formed parts, improves flexibility of subsequent colors.

Simulated Etch for Glass*: EP-375

MODIFIERS

REDUCER: EP-360 Reducer.

Retarder: Use 5-10% EP-321 Retarder to slow drying in screen.

Flow Additive: Use 1-2% EP-320 to promote leveling.

Catalyst: EP-350

Wash-Up: EP-310

COVERAGE

Approximately 1200 - 1500 Sq.Ft./Gallon.

 

Note: Information contained in Cudner & O'Connor printed matter is based on laboratory and field tests. Because we cannot control actual production conditions, no warranty is expressed or implied. Careful testing is always recommended prior to production. Consult our Technical Service Department on all application issues.

 

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