Pressure Washer

Here you can discuss issues related to exposing screens for screen printing. This includes determining the exposure, light sources and washing out the stencil in the washout booth. Emulsion issues may also be addressed here.

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BillyStJohn
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Pressure Washer

Post by BillyStJohn »

Whats the best type or brand of pressure washer to use to blowout my design after my exposure?
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Re: Pressure Washer

Post by Catspit Productions »

Ideally you shouldn’t need a pressure washer to washout screens after exposure. If you need the pressure of a pressure washer you’re probably experiencing some semi curing due to poor film positives.

To washout screens you should only need a garden hose:





But you can see my suggestions on pressure washers for reclaiming here:

http://www.catspitproductionsllc.com/sc ... shers.html

Using a pressure washer to force the emulsion out of the mesh during washout will cause saw-toothing and resolution loss.
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BillyStJohn
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Re: Pressure Washer

Post by BillyStJohn »

Thanks for the advice!
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Re: Pressure Washer

Post by ApeShirt »

If you do use a pressure washer stay 1600psi or less. Also be sure to fan it out and to start a good distance from the screen and move in closer as needed.
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