What is Maqua® Tex MAXT+?
Maqua ® Tex MAXT+ is a water-based, one- or two-component screen printing ink designed to produce high-quality textile transfers on release-coated films and papers. It delivers excellent print quality, outstanding reliability, and exceptional flexibility, including compatibility with digitally printed motifs. Resulting in durable, vibrant prints with a soft, comfortable hand feel that customers love.
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Beyond Textile Transfers
While MAXT+ was originally developed for printing textile transfer films, such as player numbers and sponsor logos for sports apparel, its capabilities extend far beyond traditional transfer applications.
Through extensive real-world testing, MAXT+ has proven to be an excellent solution for a wide range of direct screen printing applications, delivering the same high-quality results, durability, and soft feel that make it a standout transfer ink.
Whether you’re decorating sportswear, promotional textiles, or other fabric-based products, MAXT+ offers the versatility needed to achieve consistent, professional results.
Simple Processing, Flexible Performance
Using MAXT+ in direct printing applications requires no special auxiliary additives beyond selecting the appropriate hardener and adding it at the recommended dosage. This straightforward process helps maintain efficiency while ensuring optimal adhesion and durability across different substrates.
For applications requiring higher ink deposits on absorbent substrates, we recommend using SEFAR Open Mesh fabrics to achieve the best print results.
Tested Substrates and Recommendations
To help you identify the best setup for your application, we’ve compiled a practical overview of tested substrates, recommended pretreatment methods, and hardener addition guidelines.
The table below provides a quick reference for achieving optimal performance across various textile printing applications.
| Substrate | Without Pretreatment | Hardener Addition | Corona | Primer P2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cork | ✓ | |||
| Uncoated wood | ✓ | |||
| Foam rubber | 10% | ⚫ | ⚫ | |
| Coated polyester tablecloth | ✓ | 5% | ||
| Structured synthetic leather | ✓ | |||
| Rubber mat (SBR) | 10% | ⚫ | ⚫ | |
| Tarpaulin | 10% | ⚫ | ⚫ | |
| Painter’s fleece | ✓ | |||
| Microfiber cloth | ✓ | |||
| Mousepad | ✓ | |||
| Latex balloons | ✓ | 10% | ||
| PE floor protection mat | 10% | ⚫ | ||
| TPE floor protection mat | 10% | ⚫ | ||
| Tyvek material | ✓ | |||
| Neoprene wetsuits | ✓ | 10% | ||
| PVC and TPE sports mat | 5% | ⚫ | ||
| Suede | ✓ | |||
| Structured genuine leather | ✓ |
Test conditions:
➔ Tested shades: MAXT+ 170/980
➔ Hardener addition : 5-10 % Hardener HW 2
➔ Thinner addition: 5 % WV 2
➔ For suitable pretreatment methods, see table; optimum adhesion from a surface tension of ≥ 42 N/m
⚫ = suitable pretreatment method
Maqua® Tex MAXT+ is more than a transfer ink. Its versatility, excellent print quality, soft hand feel, and reliable performance make it a powerful solution for both textile transfers and direct screen printing applications.
Ready to See What MAXT+ Can Do?
Explore the full potential of Maqua® Tex MAXT+ and discover how it can expand your textile printing capabilities.
Learn more about MAXT+ or contact our team to discuss your application or request a sample for testing.
