{"product_id":"aluminum-screen-86-mesh-for-plastisol-ink-reflective-printing","title":"Aluminum Screen – 86 Mesh – For Plastisol Ink \u0026 Reflective Printing","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"789\" data-start=\"449\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"453\"\u003eAluminum Pre-Stretched Screen – 86 Mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e is specifically designed for specialty and small-format screen printing, with a focus on \u003cstrong data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"595\"\u003ereflective ink applications\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made from \u003cstrong data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"638\"\u003e6063T5 aluminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, this premium-quality frame offers exceptional durability, consistent mesh tension, and precise results for demanding jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"791\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"812\" data-start=\"795\"\u003e86 mesh count\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong data-end=\"858\" data-start=\"816\"\u003ehighly recommended for reflective inks\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering the perfect balance of ink deposit and detail retention required to properly align reflective flakes and achieve optimal visibility on garments and promotional items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"1037\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1082\" data-start=\"1042\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1082\" data-start=\"1046\"\u003eWhy 86 Mesh for Reflective Inks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1226\" data-start=\"1084\"\u003eReflective inks require a specific mesh count to allow reflective particles to pass cleanly without clogging, while maintaining even coverage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1228\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1281\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e86 tpi is ideal for reflective ink applications\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing smooth ink flow, strong adhesion, and clean flake alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1454\" data-start=\"1354\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1454\" data-start=\"1356\"\u003eEnsures \u003cstrong data-end=\"1403\" data-start=\"1364\"\u003emaximum reflectivity and brightness\u003c\/strong\u003e on safety wear, sportswear, and specialty apparel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1455\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1457\"\u003eHelps avoid print failures caused by using higher mesh counts that restrict reflective flake deposit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1563\" data-start=\"1560\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1569\"\u003eImportant Usage Instructions for Reflective Inks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1922\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1730\" data-start=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1730\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1642\" data-start=\"1626\"\u003eDo NOT flash\u003c\/strong\u003e reflective inks. 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