In what circumstances do metallic inks change color.

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  1. Rowjck

    Rowjck New Member

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    This applies to gold metallic with aqueous coating. Anyone ever run into this before?
     
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    Still looking for answers...

    This is a real world situation.
     
  3. spikeboy

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    this can happen if you have to much water or the ink and coating are not compatable
     
  4. Jruff

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    I'm curious what exactly happened to the appearance of the gold? Did it change shade or did the AQ knock out the metallic? Was the AQ gloss or matte?
     

  5. Adil

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    Hi sir
    Printing gold metallic ink with aqueous coating can be challenging due to the unique properties of metallic inks. Ensure the press conditions are optimal, with proper ink-water balance and controlled temperature and humidity. Experiment with different aqueous coatings, as some may interact better with metallic inks than others. Consider consulting your ink and coating suppliers for specific recommendations tailored to your equipment and conditions. It might also be helpful to collaborate with experienced press operators or technicians who have expertise in handling metallic inks with aqueous coatings.
    Goodluck
     
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