How long does open ink last?
The shelf life (useful life) of an open ink can, when stored in a cool, dry area, lasts for 2 years.
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For Tagless printing the ink is typically dry immediately and shirts can be stacked immediately after printing. For hard goods the ink is dust dry in 5-20 seconds and can typically be packaged after 24 hours. Full cure for all solvent-based inks it ...How do I select the right ink?
To select the right ink, please refer to our ink webpage. Simply go through the filters on the left to find the right ink for you. If you are still unsure of what ink you should use, contact us.