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  • Uneven ink thickness

    Probable Cause Possible Solution
    Pad  
    Wrong shape Use a different shape
    Cliché  
    Wrong cliché type Use steel cliché to prevent ink “scooping”
    Wrong etching depth Make a new cliché controlling depth
    Wrong type of screen Test a new cliché with a different screen
    Wrong orientation Change cliché orientation
    Ink  
    Too thin Reduce the amount of thinner
    Too thick Add more thinner
    Insufficient mixing of ink and additives Mix the ink thoroughly before putting it into the inkcup.
    Material  
    Odd shaped surface Use suitable pad
    Other  
    Doctor blade too soft Use firmer doctor blade or convert to hermetic inkcup system