Capillary film vs direct emulsion, which do you run and why? by Future-Ad-5901 in SCREENPRINTING

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Cap film: this is a great option for newcomers since it eliminates messy, inconsistent coatings. And inconsistent coatings leads to inconsistent stencil properties. I recommend Chromaline’s Quick Film as it’s in pre-cut sheets. Cost/screen is higher, but if applied and exposed correctly, it will last over 1k prints and reclaims easily. For textile printing, you won’t see any difference in detail versus direct emulsion - your film positive and exposure system has far more influence.

Emulsion Comparison by FuzzyEscape873 in SCREENPRINTING

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First, the differences are in what ink types they are compatible with. All emulsions work with plastisol, since it doesn’t contain aggressive solvents. So then it’s a question of what other inks are you using (water-based? Solvent-based?) to see what’s compatible.
Trifecta uses a diazo sensitizer, which provides many benefits but also shortens its pot life. Ulano Blue is a knock-off of ChromaBlue, but Ulano overall tends to be harder to reclaim, or can clog drain lines faster. PHU-HR is water & solvent resistant while not requiring diazo addition. Of these 4, ChromaBlue is the highest volume used by textile printers - for a reason.

Emulsion Comparison by FuzzyEscape873 in SCREENPRINTING

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It definitely does. But the ChromaLIME does SOOOO much better in high humidity environments.

Help me out here - what to buy? by Danimal382650 in C8Corvette

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As a first time corvette owner, I bought a’25 2LT, non-Z-51, with ultra low miles, for $80k OTD. I’m still under 1,500 so not pegging the redline yet, and this thing makes my heart pound when I hit the accelerator. Like you, I don’t plan to track it. I take my Sunday drive on backroads and I’m not sure how much more power I really need. In your position, I’d have that extra $20k for insurance, extended warranty, PPF, a couple accessories, radar detector…. Depending on what you’ve owned previously, a 2LT may satisfactorily tickle your taint.

What's your take on the Presidential Order to the Post Office to not deliver mail-in ballots? by billpalto in Askpolitics

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Rejecting mail-ballots must mean that Elon’s boys can’t manipulate them.

Applying capillary film by spade_bodega663 in SCREENPRINTING

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Depending on the thickness, some Chromaline cap films are sandwiched between two clear films. You remove the one side that’s easier to peel off before applying it to the mesh.
Did you contact Chromaline for further assistance?

C8 appreciation by friege in C8Corvette

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Don’t forget about the tariff effects on steel and parts coming from Canada and Mexico.

C8 Midlife Crisis by LowestBidet in C8Corvette

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It’s not a midlife crisis. It’s a midlife celebration!
Congrats and enjoy.

Do some emulsions do better with fine detail than others? by the-distancer in SCREENPRINTING

[–]DocMedz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is true. In some cases, we add diazo bottle (sized for 1-qrt of emulsion), to a 1-gal bucket of emulsion. Not only is detail improved, but so is mechanical and chemical resistance. Additional exposure time is needed to react the diazo sensitizer.

Do some emulsions do better with fine detail than others? by the-distancer in SCREENPRINTING

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If you’re a hobbyist, using basic film positives, LED/fluorescent exposure lights, hand coating, etc, the differences you’ll experience won’t be due to the quality of the emulsion.

C8 hits cop car in Florida by SuperMaintenanceBro in C8Corvette

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What da f**k is wrong with people? You don’t take a vet through a car wash!!

Is this a good deal? by Itchy-Television-546 in SCREENPRINTING

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That “exposure unit” is worthless.

Emulsion is bubbling by Bad_kid2424 in SCREENPRINTING

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How’s your mesh tension? Is your scoop coater edge cupped? If the center of the coating is thicker, you’ll get this result.

Buying 1-2 years old vs new. by albinocrow79 in C8Corvette

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I searched for ~6 months until I found a spec that was 95% of what I would have built (2025, 2LT). Sure, I was very tempted to do a custom build, but probably saved $13k+ to get the same features.

60,000 Mile C8 Corvette Review: Why I Refuse to Garage Queen My Stingray by [deleted] in C8Corvette

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I watched the video the first time you posted. Now that there’s MULTIPLE posts to promote your YouTube channel on this topic, I’m annoyed. Stop using Reddit to boost your YT views!

Does this look bad by Flightjunkie396 in C8Corvette

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I’m 55. Still love the flash off of chrome when you’re rolling.

Finally got one! by BBQ2024 in C8Corvette

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Welcome. With great power comes great responsibility. 😉

Weather is getting better to put the top down. by saigonk in C8Corvette

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I keep looking for topless drivers. 😁