{"product_id":"plastisol-flow-agent-powder-enhances-ink-flow-print-smoothness","title":"Plastisol Flow Agent Powder – Enhances Ink Flow \u0026 Print Smoothness","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"82\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"80\"\u003ePlastisol Ink Flow Agent – Improve Ink Flow \u0026amp; Leveling for Smooth Prints\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"270\"\u003eA Plastisol Ink Flow Agent is an essential additive designed to improve the flow characteristics and leveling properties of plastisol ink, ensuring a smoother, more even application.\u003c\/strong\u003e By reducing surface tension, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eflow promoter\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances ink spreadability, minimizing \u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"415\"\u003estreaks, uneven coverage, pinholes, and fish eyes\u003c\/strong\u003e that can occur during printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eIdeal for textile screen printing\u003c\/strong\u003e, this flow agent is used to optimize \u003cstrong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"553\"\u003eplastisol ink viscosity\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping printers achieve \u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"657\"\u003ehigh-quality, consistent results on t-shirts, hoodies, and other garments\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"698\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; 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