{"product_id":"gsf-23-x-31-230-40-thin-thread-yellow-mesh-alum-frame","title":"GSF 23\" x 31\" 230\/40 Thin Thread Yellow Mesh Alum Frame","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      Professional 23\" x 31\" aluminum screen printing frame with 230\/40 thin thread polyester mesh, engineered for increased open area, improved ink flow, sharp detail reproduction, and consistent garment printing performance.\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\u003e\n        The \u003cstrong\u003eGSF 23X31 230\/40 TT Standard Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional pre-stretched aluminum screen printing frame designed for garment decorators who require excellent detail reproduction, efficient ink transfer, and dependable mesh tension.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        This frame features \u003cstrong\u003e230\/40 thin thread mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining a 230 mesh count with a fine \u003cstrong\u003e40-micron thread diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e. By using a thinner thread while maintaining the 230 mesh count, the screen provides increased open area compared with conventional mesh constructions. The additional open area allows ink to pass through the screen more efficiently while maintaining the fine resolution expected from a high mesh count.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        GSF Thin Thread TexScreen mesh is manufactured from \u003cstrong\u003elow-elongation polyester monofilament\u003c\/strong\u003e and is specifically designed for garment printing applications. Its improved ink flow can allow printers to use less squeegee pressure while maintaining consistent ink transfer and excellent image definition.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The 230\/40 configuration is particularly well suited for \u003cstrong\u003efine-detail graphics, halftones, small text, simulated process printing, process-color work, and other applications requiring controlled ink deposits and precise stencil definition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Thin thread construction can also provide advantages when printing water-based inks. The increased open area promotes easier ink flow through the mesh and can help water-based inks remain open longer during production. It is also suitable for plastisol and other compatible textile ink systems.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The screen is professionally stretched onto GSF's durable \u003cstrong\u003e23\" x 31\" aluminum frame constructed from 1.5\" x 1.5\" aluminum tubing\u003c\/strong\u003e. GSF uses strong aluminum alloys, TIG-welded corner construction, professional tensioning equipment, and low-elongation mesh to produce frames designed for dependable tension and registration throughout repeated production use.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-block\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        This \u003cstrong\u003eStandard Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration provides the performance advantages of GSF Thin Thread TexScreen mesh without the Elite Screen Sealant System, making it an excellent general-purpose choice for shops using their normal screen taping and reclaiming procedures.\n      \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-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 class=\"spsi-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eProfessional pre-stretched screen printing frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e23\" x 31\" outside frame dimensions\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e230 mesh count\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e40-micron thin thread construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eThin thread polyester monofilament mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eLow-elongation mesh construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIncreased open area compared with conventional mesh constructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eImproved ink flow through the screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHelps provide efficient ink transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCan allow reduced squeegee pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcellent fine-detail reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSupports sharp stencil and image definition\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eControlled ink deposit for detailed printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcellent for fine text and intricate artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for halftone printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcellent for simulated process applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for process-color printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePerforms well with water-based inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for plastisol inks\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIncreased open area helps water-based inks remain open longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDurable aluminum frame construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e1.5\" x 1.5\" aluminum frame profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTIG-welded corner construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eProfessionally stretched for consistent tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDesigned for dependable registration\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSuitable for manual and automatic screen printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBuilt for professional garment-printing production\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Specifications --\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          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eGSF – Graphic Screen Fashion\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003ePre-Stretched Screen Printing Frame\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eGSF Thin Thread TexScreen\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFrame Style\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFrame Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e23\" x 31\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFrame Profile\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e1.5\" x 1.5\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFrame Material\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eAluminum\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eFrame Construction\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eTIG-Welded\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eMesh Count\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e230\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eThread Diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e40 Microns\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eMesh Designation\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003e230\/40\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eMesh Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eThin Thread Polyester Monofilament\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eMesh Elongation\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eLow Elongation\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eTextile \/ Garment Screen Printing\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003eInk Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003ePlastisol, Water-Based \u0026amp; Compatible Textile Inks\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003ePrinting Equipment\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eManual \u0026amp; Automatic Screen Printing Presses\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-row\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-label\"\u003ePrimary Benefits\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-specs-value\"\u003eIncreased Open Area, Improved Ink Flow \u0026amp; Fine Detail Reproduction\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Best For --\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan\u003eBest For\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-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFine-detail garment printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSmall text\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDetailed line work\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eFine halftones\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSimulated process printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eProcess-color printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDetailed multicolor graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eRetail apparel graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWater-based printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003ePlastisol printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eControlled ink-deposit applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eHigh-resolution textile printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eManual screen printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAutomatic screen printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!-- Dropdown: Usage Tips --\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 class=\"spsi-list\"\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUse 230\/40 thin thread mesh for artwork requiring fine detail, small text, halftones, and controlled ink deposit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eTake advantage of the increased open area by using only the squeegee pressure necessary to clear the screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eExcessive squeegee pressure can reduce the performance advantages provided by thin thread mesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eProperly optimize emulsion coating and exposure settings for the fine 230 mesh count.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eYellow high-mesh fabrics can help reduce light scatter during exposure and improve stencil edge definition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eMaintain proper off-contact to encourage clean ink release and preserve image detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eWhen printing water-based inks, keep the screen properly flooded between print cycles to minimize drying in the image area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eClean water-based inks promptly after production to prevent ink from drying in the fine mesh openings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eUse appropriate screen tape around the frame and mesh edges because this is the Standard rather than Elite Screen Sealant configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAvoid aggressive scrubbing during reclaiming to help protect the fine 40-micron mesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eInspect mesh regularly for abrasion, damaged threads, or loss of tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eStore finished screens vertically in a clean, dry screen rack to help prevent accidental mesh damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003c!--\n      Dropdown: Data Sheets\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        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      --\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- SPSI Footer --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"spsi-footer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Questions? Need help with GSF 230\/40 thin thread screens, mesh selection, or choosing the right pre-stretched frame for your garment printing application?\n        \u003cstrong\u003eFeel free to live chat with us if you have any questions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Graphic Screen Fashion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44379881373876,"sku":"GSF-2331-230T-STAND","price":58.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/2635\/3588\/files\/GSF-Elite-Yellow-Frame_906dbcd5-4e63-4778-a83c-b5393a42b4c3.gif?v=1788988525","url":"https:\/\/spsi.com\/products\/gsf-23-x-31-230-40-thin-thread-yellow-mesh-alum-frame","provider":"SPSI Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}