Fujifilm Mesh Prep/Degreasing Product Datasheet

Product Information

Xtend mesh preps are formulated to optimise adhesion and 
extend stencil life and to prepare and degrease mesh prior to 
stencil production.  

•   For use on new mesh with all types of stencil, particularly indirect

stencils.

•  Considerably enhances the life of the stencil.
•   Helps prevent pinholes and fish-eyes caused by dust and grease

contamination.

•  Suitable for all mesh fabrics.
•  Contains no caustic or other hazardous chemicals.

•   For use before each application of direct emulsions and direct/

indirect stencils.

•  Thoroughly degreases and evenly wets all mesh fabrics.
•   Helps prevent pinholes by removing dust particles and imparting

anti-static properties to the mesh.

•   Greatly assists the flow characteristics of direct emulsions.
•   Contains a low foaming detergent mix and an active wetting agent.
•  Contains no silicones or comparable additives.

Properties as Prep 102, but in addition:
•   Particularly recommended for use in automatic screen cleaning

machines.

•   Suitable for fast manual spray application onto large screens.

AquaPrep mesh wetting & degreasing concentrate
•  Thoroughly degreases and removes dust particles from all mesh.
•   Conditions mesh to hold a continuous film of water, with no

reticulation, for up to 5 minutes – allowing the easy and complete
mounting of capillary films.

•  Is low foaming for easy rinse off.

1.  Wet the screen with cold water.

2.   Apply a small quantity of Prep to both sides of the mesh, rubbing

in a circular motion with a soft brush or sponge. Ensure the entire
screen is thoroughly treated in this manner.

3.  Leave the screen to stand for a few minutes.

4.   Wash or hose off with cold water until the effluent is free of foam.

5.  Dry as usual prior to applying stencils.

For use in automatic screen cleaning machines:

1.   Dilute 1 part Prep 300 with 5 parts water and use in accordance

with the recommendations of the machine manufacturer.

For manual spray degreasing of screens:

1.  Dilute 1 part Prep 300 with 5 parts water.
2.   Spray both sides of the mesh with the diluted Prep 300 using a

pressurised garden spray or syphoned through a high pressure
water gun.

3.  Allow to react for a few minutes.

4.  Wash or hose off with water until the effluent is free of foam.

5.  Dry as usual prior to applying stencils.

1.  Wet the screen to be treated with cold water.

2.   Apply a moderate quantity of AquaPrep to the print side of the

screen and rub into the mesh using a brush or a sponge.

3.  Wash off with a strong cold water spray.

4.  Adhere capillary film whilst mesh is still wet.

Prep 101 Mesh Preparation Paste
SML34   5 ltr containers

Prep 102 Degreasing and Emulsifying Concentrate
SML51   5 ltr containers

Prep 300 Sprayable Degreasing Concentrate
SMW77   5 ltr containers

AquaPrep Mesh Wetting and Degreasing Concentrate:
SMD92   5 ltr containers

•   Has certification to the International Environmental Standard,  

ISO 14001

•   Is committed to minimising the risk to users of our products, and

also to minimising the impact of our activities on the environment,
from formulation through to production and supply.

•   Research & development team, work to an in house Health, Safety

and Environmental policy, termed ‘Design for Health, Safety and
Environment’, with the aim of proactively developing products
with the least impact on health, safety and the environment.

•   Regularly review and monitor our impacts and activities, setting

objectives and targets as part of a continual improvement process.

•   Is committed to reducing waste through better use of raw

materials, energy, water, re-use and recycling.