Common questions

What is Hydrographics activator?

What is Hydrographics activator?

What the Activator Is. The activator is a chemical that liquefies the ink on the hydro dip film. After you have primed the object and painted it, the item is ready for the film. Hydrographic films are made from polyvinyl alcohol. The ink will not liquefy if you do not add an activator.

What is the activator spray for hydro dipping?

INK DRINK Hydrographic Film Activator is an easy to use film activator, compatible with most films on the market. Ink Drink maintains the richness and color vibrancy of your film and activates most films with a single pass (one coat).

What sealant do you use for hydro dipping?

Use a clear, spray sealant. To keep your hydro dip paint looking fresh and clean, spray it with a clear spray sealant (available in hardware stores in matte, semi-gloss, or gloss finish). Spray an even coat over the object and let it dry for several hours. Apply the sealant only after the object is completely dry.

What is Hydrographics activator made of?

Xylene – 42% Isobutanol – 5% Butyl – 17% Methyl acetate – 28%

What is activator A and B?

The activator A is used for fixing the pigment ink on the film. When we put the film on water, the activator B is used for liquify the film.

How is the hydrographic activator used in printing?

Activator is used for hydrographic film, you need to spray activator B evenly in the hydro dipping process. Put the hydro dip film in the water, and then wait for seconds, spray activator B on the water transfer printing film to dissolve the film on the water. Dipping the item through the film on the water.

How is activator used in the hydro dipping process?

Activator is a medium material to promote the hydro dipping process. Activator is used for hydrographic film, you need to spray activator B evenly in the hydro dipping process. Put the hydro dip film in the water, and then wait for seconds, spray activator B on the water transfer printing film to dissolve the film on the water.

Is the hydrographic activator dangerous to your health?

The hydrographic activator is not an exception. Its components are substances that may affect your health, through contacting or breathing. Even the chemical’s clean up can threaten your life. It is especially dangerous when you have to exposure to them for a long time of work, or on a daily basis.

Is there such a thing as a water transfer activator?

Therefore, there isn’t such a thing as a single best formula for activator. As we’ve said, this substance is similar to an evaporating paint thinner. And every paint thinner mixture which includes a solvent like xylene can become water transfer activator.