{"product_id":"uv-metal-coating","title":"UV Metal Pretreatment Coating","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUVINKPRO UV Metal Pretreatment Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e is a UV printing pretreatment coating for tested metal substrates. It is not UV ink and it is not UV varnish. Test adhesion, curing, surface preparation, and ink-system compatibility on the actual substrate before production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 4px;\"\u003e \u003c!-- Product Title --\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUVINKPRO UV Metal Coating\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c!-- Overview --\u003e \u003cp\u003eUVINKPRO UV Metal Coating cures in seconds under UVA lamps to create an ultra-tough, chemical-resistant film that locks onto bare or painted metals. The result is a brilliant, long-lasting finish that protects signage, nameplates and industrial parts from corrosion, abrasion and fading.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c!-- Key Benefits --\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin-left: 16px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstant UV cure — production speed depends on equipment and settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ehardness information available on request for extreme scratch resistance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent adhesion to aluminum, steel \u0026amp; stainless substrates (Cross-cut 0-1)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCorrosion \u0026amp; solvent resistance; maintains gloss after 1000 h corrosion-resistance test\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLow-odor formulation; supplier documents can be checked on request where applicable\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!-- Recommended Uses --\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin-left: 16px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eOutdoor \u0026amp; indoor metal signage, display panels\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngraved or printed nameplates, rating plates\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsumer electronics housings, phone \u0026amp; laptop cases\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStainless drinkware, aluminum tumblers, decorative metal parts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!-- Technical Specs --\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin-left: 16px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eViscosity (25 °C): 300 – 450 cP\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOptimal cure dose: 900 – 1300 mJ\/cm² UVA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGloss: 85 + GU @ 60° (gloss version) \/ 25 ± 5 GU (matte version)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShelf life: 12 months (sealed, 20 – 25 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!-- Packaging --\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin-left: 16px;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 kg \u0026amp; 5 kg HDPE bottles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e20 kg pails for automated lines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!-- Call to Action --\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed tech sheets or bulk pricing? Chat with our support team on WhatsApp for a fast response.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Substrates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecommended for metal panels, coated metal parts, aluminum, stainless steel, and decorative metal surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsed to improve adhesion, surface performance, or bonding stability before or after printing depending on the production workflow.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAlways test on the actual substrate and curing setup before full production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfirm the coating process together with your UV ink, printhead configuration, and curing energy before bulk use.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck whether the surface requires cleaning, flame treatment, corona treatment, or another pre-treatment process.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor stable production, confirm application thickness, drying or curing conditions, and final adhesion requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndustrial decoration, promotional products, rigid signage, packaging, and specialty surface printing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorkflows where buyers need better adhesion and more reliable surface performance on difficult materials.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for sampling, small-batch production, and scale-up after adhesion testing is approved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSurface Preparation Checklist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor metal surfaces, remove oil, dust, and oxide contamination before coating and printing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRun a small adhesion test before production and confirm whether wiping, degreasing, flame treatment, or corona treatment is required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck coating thickness, flash-off or drying time, and UV curing energy before moving from sample work to batch production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorkflow Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfirm whether the coating is used as a primer, adhesion promoter, or post-treatment step in your printing workflow.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuyers usually validate cross-hatch adhesion, tape test results, scratch resistance, and final appearance on the real substrate first.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse this product only after confirming compatibility with your solvent printing process and target material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf the same material is supplied by multiple factories, test each substrate batch because surface energy can vary.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor export or contract production, lock down the approved process window before ordering larger volumes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen in doubt, request a sample workflow or confirm the intended application with your production engineer before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"UV INK PRO","offers":[{"title":"250ML","offer_id":44272612704342,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ML","offer_id":44272612737110,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ML","offer_id":44272612769878,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/3782\/5878\/files\/iColorPro-Metal-Coating.webp?v=1774950587","url":"https:\/\/www.uvinkpro.com\/products\/uv-metal-coating","provider":"UV INK PRO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}