{"product_id":"chromaline-udc-2-blue-dual-cure-emulsion-3-5-gallon-pail","title":"Chromaline UDC-2 (Blue) Dual Cure Emulsion - 3.5 Gallon Pail","description":"\u003csection class=\"spsi-product-copy\" aria-label=\"Product Description\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-product-card\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 class=\"spsi-title\"\u003e\n      Premium blue dual-cure screen printing emulsion engineered for plastisol, water-based, discharge, UV, and solvent ink systems, delivering exceptional stencil durability, outstanding image definition, forgiving exposure latitude, and easy reclaiming.\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"spsi-subtitle\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eChromaline UDC-2 (Blue) Dual Cure Emulsion is one of the industry's most trusted dual-cure emulsions, designed to provide exceptional versatility across a wide range of screen printing applications. Combining the durability of a diazo-sensitized emulsion with the fast imaging characteristics of photopolymer technology, UDC-2 produces high-quality stencils capable of handling demanding production environments while maintaining outstanding image quality and long press runs. It has been Chromaline's best-selling dual-cure emulsion for decades due to its consistent performance, forgiving exposure characteristics, and reliable reclaimability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe blue formulation provides excellent stencil contrast, making screen registration easier during setup while allowing operators to inspect image quality with greater accuracy. Medium viscosity allows smooth, even coating on virtually all mesh counts while building durable stencil thickness with excellent mesh bridging. The result is sharp line definition, clean edges, reduced sawtoothing, and outstanding detail reproduction on both textile and graphic printing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eUDC-2 performs exceptionally well with plastisol, water-based, discharge, UV, and solvent-based ink systems, making it an excellent all-around emulsion for shops that print multiple ink types. Its wide exposure latitude helps reduce exposure errors while producing strong, durable stencils that resist premature breakdown during long production runs. The emulsion also washes out cleanly after exposure and reclaims easily with standard stencil removers, minimizing downtime in the screen room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDesigned for professional screen printing operations, Chromaline UDC-2 offers an ideal balance of coating ease, stencil durability, exposure flexibility, and reclaim efficiency. Whether producing fine-detail graphics, halftones, textile transfers, or high-volume garment printing, UDC-2 provides dependable, repeatable results that help maximize production consistency and screen life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion\"\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Features --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003ePremium dual-cure (diazo + photopolymer) direct emulsion\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eBlue formulation provides excellent stencil visibility and registration\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eCompatible with plastisol, water-based, discharge, UV, and solvent inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eExcellent image definition and sharp line-edge reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eMedium viscosity for smooth coating and excellent mesh bridging\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eForgiving exposure latitude reduces exposure errors\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eProduces hard, durable stencils for long production runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eExcellent resistance to stencil breakdown during printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eEasy washout and reclaiming\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eSuitable for textile, industrial, and graphic screen printing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple container sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eManufactured by Chromaline, an industry leader in screen printing emulsions\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Specifications --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content spsi-specs\"\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eEmulsion Type\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eDual Cure Direct Emulsion\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eColor\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eBlue\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eSensitizer\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eDiazo\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eSolids Content\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e36%\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eViscosity\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eMedium (Approx. 3500 CPS Sensitized)\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eExposure Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eFast\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eInk Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003ePlastisol, Water-Based, Discharge, UV \u0026amp; Solvent\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eImage Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eExcellent Line Definition \u0026amp; Edge Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eStencil Durability\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eReclaimability\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eExcellent\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eTextile \u0026amp; Graphic Screen Printing\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\n            \u003cspan class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eQuart, 1 Gallon, 3.5 Gallon, 50 Gallon Drum\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Usage Tips --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eMix the supplied diazo sensitizer completely using distilled water before adding it to the emulsion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eThoroughly degrease mesh prior to coating for maximum stencil adhesion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eAllow coated screens to dry completely in a clean, dust-free, low-humidity darkroom before exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eUse an exposure calculator to determine the optimal exposure time for your light source and mesh count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eStore sensitized emulsion refrigerated whenever possible to maximize usable shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eProtect the emulsion from freezing during storage and shipping, as it is not freeze\/thaw stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eReclaim screens promptly after production using a quality stencil remover for the fastest cleanup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Data Sheets --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan\u003eData Sheets\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"spsi-arrow\"\u003e▼\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-content\"\u003e\n          \u003cul class=\"spsi-datasheet-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n              \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/2018_MagnaCureUDC2_UserGuide_CHRM.pdf?v=1623866629\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"spsi-datasheet-link\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e User Guide\n              \u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e\n              \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/UDC-2-UDC-HV-Z1-Z2-SDS.pdf?v=1661188854\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"spsi-datasheet-link\"\u003e\n                \u003cspan\u003e📄\u003c\/span\u003e SDS\n              \u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-brand-logo\" style=\"text-align:left; margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/Made-in-USA-flag-logo.gif?v=1744998306\" alt=\"Made in USA\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-brand-logo\" style=\"text-align:left; margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/Chromaline_Logo_480x480.jpg?v=1657131585\" alt=\"Chromaline Logo\" style=\"max-width:200px;height:auto;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-footer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Need help selecting the right screen printing emulsion for your ink system, mesh count, or exposure unit? Feel free to live chat with us, and our SPSI team will be happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"IKONICS Corporation (SAATI)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44271579922612,"sku":"CH-UDC2-P","price":313.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/Chromaline-UDC-2-Dual-Cure-Emulsion-Chromaline-1663878465_af876989-65d8-45fe-869a-4800a2ca3a4c.jpg?v=1784149466","url":"https:\/\/spsi.com\/products\/chromaline-udc-2-blue-dual-cure-emulsion-3-5-gallon-pail","provider":"SPSI Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}