Hexamethyldisiloxane (HMDSO): Fixing Ink’s Biggest Pain Points
The Core Advantage: HMDSO’s Unique Silicone Properties
Leveling & Flow Control: Flawless Print Coverage
HMDSO shines as a top-tier leveling and viscosity modifier for all ink types. Its ultra-low surface tension ensures seamless, uniform ink spread across diverse substrates — from porous paper and cardboard to non-porous plastic, metal and specialty films. This eliminates streaks, pinholes, orange peel texture and uneven pigment deposition, guaranteeing sharp, consistent prints every single run.
Efficient Solvent & Carrier: Clean, Fast Dispersion
Beyond flow control, HMDSO acts as a mild, fast-evaporating carrier solvent that elevates ink stability. It effectively dissolves and disperses pigments, resins and functional additives evenly, preventing pigment agglomeration and sedimentation during long-term storage. Best of all, it evaporates completely at ambient temperatures with zero residual film, cutting down drying times and boosting high-speed printing productivity.
Durability Boost: Water Repellency & Scratch Resistance
This silicone fluid doesn’t just improve print appearance — it enhances long-term ink durability. HMDSO forms a thin, protective hydrophobic layer on printed surfaces, repelling moisture, reducing smudging and fading, and boosting scratch resistance. Its chemical inertness also ensures wide compatibility with offset, flexo, screen and digital inks, no formulation conflicts.
