Some people are unfamiliar with screen printing. Determining the number of heads is a more scientific choice. Generally speaking, more experienced printers are very necessary, choose the appropriate screen printing screen.
Screen printing screen mesh size is measured by how many threads per square inch. For example, an 86 mesh screen has 86 threads per square inch. The higher the number of grids, the finer the holes in the screen, the better detail can be obtained, and the amount of ink that can be deposited is also reduced. The size of the grid has a lot to do with the thickness of the ink used. When selecting the number of grids, you should also consider the level of detail in the image.
Consider the following general guidelines
Screen printing work
1. 40-61 meshes-The number of meshes that are considered extraordinary courses. They are used in low light, glitter and high density inks. Twilight and glitter contain particles that cannot pass through a finer screen.
2. 86 mesh-considered to be a coarse mesh, will provide a large amount of ink deposition for high opacity. It is usually used to print a bold copy on dark fabric. A typical use is to provide a white undertone for sporty looks.
3. 156 mesh-considered to be a medium mesh. It is usually used for printing on light-colored fabrics with regular details and medium ink deposition.
4. 110 mesh-considered as a medium sieve, so far it is the industry choice for "almighty" mesh. Great for spot colors and text.
5. 200-240 meshes-It is considered to be fine meshes, which can be printed on white or light-colored products with soft hand feeling. Ideal for high-detailed artwork. It can accommodate larger halftones, but it is not recommended for four-color printing or halftone printing with fine details.
6. 305 and higher screen counts-are considered to be very fine screen counts, used for extremely detailed textile printing as well as fine halftone four-color printing and analog printing.
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