Fujifilm Mesh Adhesives Product Datasheet
Product Information
SERIFIX/2-EXTRA – SCREENFIX
Serifix/2-Extra:
is a catalysed mesh mounting adhesive which provides a strong,
permanent bond. Suitable for wood, steel, aluminium or painted
frames and nylon, polyester and stainless steel fabrics.
permanent bond. Suitable for wood, steel, aluminium or painted
frames and nylon, polyester and stainless steel fabrics.
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Extremely easy to use.
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Good pot life and a fast cut-out time.
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When cured, it is resistant to most solvents generally used in
screen printing.
screen printing.
Screenfix:
is a catalysed mesh mounting adhesive with similar performance
characteristics to Serifix/2-Extra, but with the additional benefit
of improved resistance to a wide range of solvents.
characteristics to Serifix/2-Extra, but with the additional benefit
of improved resistance to a wide range of solvents.
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Extremely easy and economical to use.
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Good pot-life and fast cut-out time.
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When cured, it is fully resistant to all solvents generally used in
screen printing.
screen printing.
Pre-treatment of Frames
New wooden frames do not normally require any special
pre-treatment provided they are clean and dry. Steel and aluminium
frames should be roughened with an abrasive and thoroughly
degreased with Acetone or MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone). It is strongly
advised that all aluminium frames should be primed with the
adhesive to be used and cured prior to mounting the mesh. All traces
of rust, oxidation, grease and other impurities must be removed.
Painted metal frames should be degreased and it is advisable to
establish that the painted surface is compatible with the adhesive.
Serifix/2-Extra and Screenfix may be applied directly over a
previous layer of any of these adhesives, provided they are thoroughly
keyed, flat and even. Residues of other adhesives should be
removed as these could adversely affect adhesion.
pre-treatment provided they are clean and dry. Steel and aluminium
frames should be roughened with an abrasive and thoroughly
degreased with Acetone or MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone). It is strongly
advised that all aluminium frames should be primed with the
adhesive to be used and cured prior to mounting the mesh. All traces
of rust, oxidation, grease and other impurities must be removed.
Painted metal frames should be degreased and it is advisable to
establish that the painted surface is compatible with the adhesive.
Serifix/2-Extra and Screenfix may be applied directly over a
previous layer of any of these adhesives, provided they are thoroughly
keyed, flat and even. Residues of other adhesives should be
removed as these could adversely affect adhesion.
Instructions for Use -
Serifix/2-Extra/Screenfix
Serifix/2-Extra/Screenfix
Thoroughly shake the base and catalyst before every use to ensure
contents are fully dispersed - then mix ideally by weight:
contents are fully dispersed - then mix ideally by weight:
Serifix/2-Extra:
1 part Serifix Catalyst to 10 parts Serifix Base
1 part Serifix Catalyst to 10 parts Serifix Base
Screenfix:
1 part Serifix Catalyst to 5 parts Screenfix Base
1 part Serifix Catalyst to 5 parts Screenfix Base
Sericol Measuring Cups are disposable paper cups with a capacity of
250 ml and are ideal for mixing a convenient quantity for most
applications. Measure the required quantity of base into the cup and
add the appropriate amount of hardener with a 5 ml measuring
spoon. The product has sufficient tolerance to slight variations, e.g.
half a 5 ml spoonful instead of 2 ml exactly, but excessive or lack of
catalyst can lead to poor solvent resistance. Do not mix more adhesive
than is likely to be used within the 30 minute pot life.
250 ml and are ideal for mixing a convenient quantity for most
applications. Measure the required quantity of base into the cup and
add the appropriate amount of hardener with a 5 ml measuring
spoon. The product has sufficient tolerance to slight variations, e.g.
half a 5 ml spoonful instead of 2 ml exactly, but excessive or lack of
catalyst can lead to poor solvent resistance. Do not mix more adhesive
than is likely to be used within the 30 minute pot life.
The components should be mixed thoroughly in a clean
container. This is most important as an uneven mixture or the
presence of other substances, including traces of water, will
adversely affect the performance of the adhesive.
container. This is most important as an uneven mixture or the
presence of other substances, including traces of water, will
adversely affect the performance of the adhesive.
Container lids should always be replaced in order to prevent reaction
with atmospheric humidity. The base will thicken on exposure to
extreme cold, below 0°C, but will return to normal consistency when
brought back to room temperature, 20°C. This process can be
hastened by placing the container in warm water for a period of 15
minutes. In such cases it should be thoroughly shaken before it is
dispensed from its original container. It is recommended that gloves
are worn when handling all mesh adhesives as they may cause
rashes or similar disorders if allowed to come into continuous
contact with skin. It is also recommended that they are used in a
well ventilated area.
with atmospheric humidity. The base will thicken on exposure to
extreme cold, below 0°C, but will return to normal consistency when
brought back to room temperature, 20°C. This process can be
hastened by placing the container in warm water for a period of 15
minutes. In such cases it should be thoroughly shaken before it is
dispensed from its original container. It is recommended that gloves
are worn when handling all mesh adhesives as they may cause
rashes or similar disorders if allowed to come into continuous
contact with skin. It is also recommended that they are used in a
well ventilated area.
Using a stiff, short haired brush, apply Serifix/2-Extra or Screenfix
through the stretched fabric onto the frame. Ensure good contact
between fabric and frame, and especially with fine mesh ensure that
the adhesive has been worked thoroughly through the mesh onto the
frame surface. Allow to dry for a minimum of 20 minutes before
cutting away from the stretcher. In cold and damp conditions and
when stretching stainless steel, coarse and high tension mesh, extra
time should be allowed. Screens can be degreased and stencils
applied approximately 2 hours after application of the adhesive, but
should be left to cure overnight before being exposed to strong
solvents or high temperatures. Brushes used with Serifix/2-Extra or
Screenfix should be cleaned immediately after use by wiping off
excess adhesive with a rag or absorbent paper and submersing in
Rigid Thinner (ZV541). Prior to further use the Rigid Thinner should
also be wiped off.
through the stretched fabric onto the frame. Ensure good contact
between fabric and frame, and especially with fine mesh ensure that
the adhesive has been worked thoroughly through the mesh onto the
frame surface. Allow to dry for a minimum of 20 minutes before
cutting away from the stretcher. In cold and damp conditions and
when stretching stainless steel, coarse and high tension mesh, extra
time should be allowed. Screens can be degreased and stencils
applied approximately 2 hours after application of the adhesive, but
should be left to cure overnight before being exposed to strong
solvents or high temperatures. Brushes used with Serifix/2-Extra or
Screenfix should be cleaned immediately after use by wiping off
excess adhesive with a rag or absorbent paper and submersing in
Rigid Thinner (ZV541). Prior to further use the Rigid Thinner should
also be wiped off.
Standard Packing
Serifix/2-Extra Screen Mounting Adhesive:
SFL93
SFL93
Base Only - 5 ltr containers
SFE05
Serifix Catalyst - 1 ltr containers
Screenfix Screen Mounting Adhesive:
KWR29
KWR29
Red: Base only – 5 ltr containers.
KWR30 Green: Base only - 5ltr containers.
SFE05
SFE05
Serifix catalyst - 1ltr containers.
KWT31
Screenfix Thinner - 1ltr containers
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