Economy Emulsion
If you are looking for dependable screens without stretching your budget, an economy emulsion is a smart place to start. Chromaline’s Image Mate line of economy screen printing emulsions is built for solid, consistent performance at a reasonable price, especially for newer printers, small shops, and low to moderate run lengths.
You may eventually move into a premium system for longer runs and higher durability, but for today, Image Mate helps you get clean stencils and keep production moving with an easy, practical workflow.
For a more complete workflow, Chromaline’s Integrated Screen Chemistry (iSC) is specially selected and formulated to work with Chromaline Screen Printing Emulsions as a complete system. From degreasing and on press cleaning to reclaim support, iSC products are designed to help protect screen integrity and minimize stains so your results stay consistent from prep to press to reclaim.
What are the benefits of an economy emulsion?
An economy emulsion is designed to deliver reliable results for common shop needs.
Some of its benefits include the following:
✓ Budget friendly stencil making for day to day jobs
✓ Reliable and consistent coating and imaging to help you learn and dial in your process
✓ Practical performance for small shops, hobby printers, and moderate production volumes
Who should use Chromaline economy emulsions?
- Beginner screen printers and growing shops that want a dependable starting point
- Small production shops with short to moderate run lengths
- Crossover printers who want a practical emulsion option for common inks
- Anyone who wants consistent stencils and a reasonable price for everyday work
Economy emulsion categories offered
Economy Photopolymer Emulsions (PC)
A great fit when you want simple handling and quicker workflow. Photopolymer economy emulsions are often chosen for efficient stencil making and solid detail for standard shop needs.
Best for: general purpose printing, shops that want straightforward stencil production, consistent day to day output.
Economy Dual Cure Emulsions (DC)
Dual cure economy emulsions are a flexible option when you want a more forgiving process window and good all around performance across different conditions.
Best for: mixed ink environments, general purpose textile and graphics work, shops that want extra forgiveness.
Economy Diazo Emulsions (DZ)
Diazo economy emulsions are often picked for their forgiving exposure range and practical reliability, especially when you want a simple approach while learning and refining your setup.
Best for: beginner workflows, general textile and graphics applications, printers who want a forgiving exposure window.
Need help choosing the right premium emulsion?
Every shop is different. If you are not sure which premium emulsion is best for your workflow, speak with a knowledgeable Chromaline Representative. We will help match the right Chromaline screen printing emulsion to your needs, based on:
- Ink system (plastisol, water based, discharge, solvent, UV).
- Mesh and stencil thickness goals.
- Exposure setup and production speed requirements.
- Detail level, halftones, and run length expectations.
- Reclaim preferences and screen room workflow.
What To Expect From Chromaline Emulsions
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Excellent Build-up
The ability to achieve a thicker stencil with fewer passes, reducing labor and material costs while ensuring a consistent coating
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Wide Exposure Latitude
Predictable, repeatable imaging that offer forgiving exposure times, making it easier to dial in the perfect image with both LED and traditional exposure units
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Fast Drying and Exposure
Ability to dry quickly and expose rapidly, reducing the time spent in the screen-making process and minimizing downtime
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Easy Reclaim
Easy, stain-free reclaim for quick turns and to extend the life of your screens by reducing the need for harsh reclaiming and dehazing chemicals
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Excellent Price-Performance Ratio
Delivers professional results at a cost-effective price, designed to meet the demands of this highly competitive industry
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Product Support
A knowledgeable support team for troubleshooting assistance, product recommendations, or advice on optimizing your screen-making process