Screen printing squeegee blade 9mm 65 Shore A

The screen printing squeegee blade is mounted in a squeegee holder and forces ink through the mesh openings in the image areas of the stencil onto the substrate.

With a thickness of 9 mm and a hardness of 65 Shore A, this product is suitable for jobs requiring a soft, flexible blade and prioritizing ink transfer through the mesh. When combined with suitable ink, mesh and stencil specifications, a soft blade supports thick ink deposits and selected special-effect applications on textiles.

Key Features

65 Shore A Hardness – Soft and Flexible

The 65 Shore A blade falls within the soft-hardness range and flexes more readily than 70, 75 or 80 Shore A blades under equivalent conditions. This characteristic helps maintain contact with the screen mesh during the printing stroke. Adjust pressure appropriately to prevent excessive blade flex.

Supports Thick Ink Deposits

Soft blades generally transfer more ink through the mesh than harder blades, making them suitable for jobs requiring thick ink deposits and high coverage. Actual ink film thickness also depends on the mesh, stencil, ink properties and operating parameters.

Suitable for Selected Special-Effect Applications

The blade can be used with certain glitter, metallic and puff inks requiring higher ink deposition. Follow the technical guidelines for the specific ink system to achieve the intended effect.

Supports Textile Printing with Water-Based and Discharge Inks

The 65 Shore A blade can help increase ink penetration into fabric when used with suitable water-based and discharge inks. Adjust squeegee pressure and angle according to the requirements of each ink system.

9 mm Thickness – Supports Blade Rigidity During Printing

The 9 mm thickness contributes to blade rigidity during printing. Select a compatible blade holder and adjust the length of blade protruding from the holder to achieve the appropriate degree of flex.

Technical Specifications

Screen Printing Applications

▫ Textile and garment printing: Suitable for jobs prioritizing ink deposition, coverage and color reproduction.

▫ Thick ink deposits: Supports jobs requiring greater ink deposition when combined with suitable mesh and stencil thickness.

▫ Glitter and metallic printing: An option when 65 Shore A hardness meets the ink manufacturer’s recommendations.

▫ Puff printing: Can be considered for ink systems requiring higher ink deposition, while following stencil and curing requirements.

▫ Water-based and discharge printing: Suitable for selected processes requiring increased ink transfer and penetration into fabric.

Compatibility note: A hardness of 65 Shore A does not, by itself, determine resistance to inks or solvents. Check the specifications of the exact blade material grade before use.

Selection and Use Guidelines

▫ Select according to ink deposit requirements: Run print trials to assess ink deposition, coverage and image definition.

▫ Distinguish thick ink deposits from high-density printing: Sharp-edged high-density printing may require a harder or multilayer squeegee blade to control the printed profile.

▫ Adjust squeegee pressure: Avoid excessive pressure that causes the soft blade to flex too much and reduces ink control.

▫ Select suitable mesh: For glitter or metallic inks, select the mesh opening size according to particle size and the ink system’s guidelines.

▫ Use a correctly sized holder: Select a handle or blade holder suitable for a 9 mm thick blade. Clamp the blade evenly and securely.

▫ Inspect the printing edge: Ensure that the contact edge is free from wear, nicks and deformation.

Cleaning and Storage

▫ Remove excess ink and clean the blade with a suitable cleaning agent after use.

▫ Avoid prolonged soaking in solvents or the use of highly aggressive chemicals.

▫ Allow the blade to dry and recover after chemical exposure before reuse or sharpening.

▫ Sharpen only when the blade is dry and the material is suitable for reconditioning by sharpening.

▫ Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Avoid conditions that bend the blade or place pressure on the printing edge.

▫ Rotate squeegee blades during continuous production to allow time for rest and inspection.

Appropriate cleaning, printing-edge maintenance and adequate recovery time help protect the blade and support consistent print quality.