WATER-BASED TEXTILE PRINTING INK
Water-Based Ink for
Garment & Textile Printing
Complete Global Inks water-based range — available across Gujarat through INKrease, authorised distributor. Low-VOC, eco-friendly formulation covering Global Aqua (standard textile colours), Global Akrysol (acrylic-based for synthetics), and Global AQ Series (specialty effects). Ultra-soft hand feel, high wash resistance, breathable print. Trusted by garment factories, fashion brands, and eco-conscious screen printers across Gujarat.
Authorised Distributor for Global Inks — Entire Gujarat
INKrease (Paradise Screen Materials, Rajkot) is the authorised distributor for The Global Inc (Global Inks) across Gujarat — covering the complete water-based range.
Global Aqua, Global Akrysol, and the AQ Series are all available through us — ex-stock. Direct from authorised inventory. Genuine products. Manufacturer-backed quality assurance.
Manufacturer: The Global Inc, Mumbai
Founded: 2001 | 25+ years expertise
Manufacturing: Tamil Nadu facility
Product Range: Global Aqua, Akrysol, AQ Series
Coverage: Entire Gujarat — authorised
Delivery: Gujarat only
THREE PRODUCT LINES
The Complete Water-Based Range
Global Inks water-based system covers every garment printing need — standard colours, synthetic fabrics, and specialty effects.
Global Aqua
Standard Water-Based Textile Colours
Ready-to-print standard colour range for cotton and cotton-polyester blend garments. Direct ink — no mixing required. Strong colour density, excellent wash fastness, soft hand feel after curing. Ideal for everyday garment screen printing.
- 13 standard shades ex-stock
- Direct print — no pre-treatment on cotton
- Soft hand feel post cure
- Wash fast on 60°C wash
Global Akrysol
Acrylic-Based for Synthetic Fabrics
Acrylic-based water-resistant ink system designed for polyester, nylon, and synthetic performance fabrics. Excellent adhesion on hydrophobic synthetic surfaces where standard water-based inks fail. Recommended for sportswear, activewear, and technical garment printing.
- Works on polyester and nylon
- High adhesion on hydrophobic synthetics
- Excellent crocking resistance
- Water resistant after cure
Global AQ Series
Specialty Water-Based Products
Specialty effects and additives within the water-based system — including high-density water-based, puff effects, discharge printing additives, binder, and thickener. Extends the water-based range beyond standard colours into premium print effects.
- Water-based HD (high-density)
- Puff effect water-based
- Discharge printing additive
- Binder and thickener additives
GLOBAL AQUA COLOURS
13 Standard Colours Ex-Stock
Global Aqua standard range — ready to print directly on cotton and blended fabrics. No pre-treatment required on cotton.
Colours shown are digital approximations. Request a physical shade card for accurate colour matching.Request Shade Card on WhatsApp →
KNOW THE DIFFERENCE
Water-Based vs Plastisol
Both are high-quality textile printing inks — the right choice depends on your fabric, hand feel requirement, and production setup.
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical Specifications
APPLICATION GUIDE
Getting the Setup Right
Water-based ink rewards a well-tuned setup. The three most important factors are mesh count, squeegee choice, and viscosity management.
Use 90T–120T mesh for most water-based textile printing. Lower mesh (55T–77T) for specialty HD effects. Higher mesh (140T+) for fine detail halftones. Finer mesh retains water-based ink better than coarser mesh.
💡 Flood the screen generously — water-based ink dries in the mesh faster than plastisol.
Use a softer 60A–70A durometer squeegee. Harder squeegees can starve the ink. Apply moderate pressure with a slower, even stroke. Two strokes may be needed for full colour density on darker fabrics.
💡 Keep the stroke speed consistent — uneven strokes cause colour variation.
Global Aqua is ready to use directly from the container. If viscosity is too high in hot or dry conditions, add a small amount of clean water (up to 5% by weight) and stir thoroughly. Do not over-thin — this reduces colour density.
💡 Never thin with solvents — water-based ink requires only water.
CURING GUIDE
Curing Water-Based Ink
Water-based ink curing is more demanding than plastisol — moisture must fully escape the ink film. Proper airflow in the dryer is critical.
Flash cure between each colour pass at 100–120°C for 10–15 seconds. This gels the ink film so subsequent colours print cleanly on top without bleeding. Do not full-cure during flashing.
⚠ Skipping flash cure on multi-colour water-based jobs causes colour bleeding and ink pickup.
Final cure requires the ink film to reach 160°C throughout. Use a conveyor dryer with sufficient dwell time. Ensure adequate airflow — water must fully evaporate during cure. Tunnel dryers work better than flash for final cure.
⚠ No airflow = moisture trapped = cracking after wash. Check dryer airflow.
After curing, wait 24 hours, then test wash at 60°C. A properly cured water-based print will retain colour, softness, and adhesion. If colour fades significantly or cracks, the cure was insufficient.
⚠ Testing only cold wash is not enough — test at 60°C for accurate wash fastness.
WHO USES THIS INK
Industries That Use Water-Based Ink
Garment & Textile Printing
T-shirt and apparel manufacturers requiring soft hand feel, breathable prints, and eco-safe production credentials.
View industry →Nonwoven Fabric Printing
Printing on nonwoven fabric bags, tote bags, and shopping bags where water-based ink delivers clean breathable results.
View industry →TROUBLESHOOTING
Common Problems. Direct Solutions.
Water-based ink requires a more controlled setup than plastisol. Most problems have simple, fixable causes.
Normal with water-based ink in warm or dry environments. Flood the screen frequently between strokes. Add a small amount of retarder if available, or work in a cooler, less windy space. Keep a spray bottle of clean water to mist the screen if drying occurs.
Under-cure is the most common cause. Check that your conveyor dryer has adequate airflow — moisture must escape during cure. Verify ink film temperature reaches 160°C, not just air temperature. Increase dwell time in the dryer if needed.
Standard water-based ink (Global Aqua) does not adhere well to polyester. Switch to Global Akrysol, which is formulated specifically for synthetic fabrics. Ensure fabric is clean and free of fabric softener or oils before printing.
Bleeding usually means too much ink applied (thick deposit) or incorrect mesh. Use a finer mesh (90T–120T). Reduce squeegee pressure. Also check that you are not over-thinning with water — excessive thinning reduces viscosity and causes bleed.
SERVING GUJARAT
Authorised Supply Across Gujarat
Fast delivery from Rajkot to all major garment printing hubs in Gujarat.
Surat
Largest textile hub in India — garment exporters and fabric printers
Ahmedabad
Major garment manufacturing and fashion industry hub
Rajkot
Our base — same-day dispatch for most orders
Vapi
Industrial zone — export garment and technical fabric printing
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Water-based screen printing ink uses water as the carrier instead of PVC or solvents. The ink penetrates the fabric fibres rather than sitting on top, resulting in an ultra-soft hand feel and breathable print. It is ideal for fashion garments, vintage-style prints, and eco-conscious production where low VOC and soft feel are priorities.
Plastisol ink is PVC-based and sits on top of fabric fibres — it is more opaque, easier to use, and highly consistent. Water-based ink penetrates the fibres, resulting in a softer hand feel and more breathable print, but requires more careful management of screen drying, curing airflow, and fabric type. Both cure at 160°C for 3 minutes. The choice depends on the desired hand feel, fabric type, and production environment.
Global Aqua (standard water-based) works best on 100% cotton and high-cotton cotton-polyester blends (e.g. 50/50 or 60/40). For 100% polyester, nylon, or synthetic performance fabrics, use Global Akrysol — it is formulated specifically for hydrophobic synthetic surfaces. Both product lines are available through us across Gujarat.
Global Aqua is the standard water-based colour range, optimised for cotton and blended fabrics. It comes in 13 standard shades ready to print directly. Global Akrysol is an acrylic-based water-resistant ink designed for synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon where standard water-based inks fail to adhere. Both are part of the Global Inks water-based range available through INKrease in Gujarat.
Global Inks water-based inks cure at 160°C for 3 minutes. Unlike plastisol, water-based ink requires adequate airflow in the dryer to allow moisture to escape. A conveyor dryer with proper airflow is strongly recommended. Flash cure between colours at 100–120°C, then final cure at 160°C. Always verify with a wash test.
Yes — unlike plastisol, water-based ink can begin to dry and block the mesh if left without printing for even a few minutes, especially in warm or dry conditions. Always flood the screen immediately after each print stroke. Keep a water spray bottle handy to mist the screen surface. Work in a cooler environment if possible. Clean blocked screens immediately with water and screen wash.
For standard water-based textile printing, use 90T–120T mesh. Lower count mesh (55T–77T) is used for specialty HD water-based effects or when a heavier ink deposit is needed. Higher mesh (140T+) for fine halftone detail work. Finer mesh helps retain water-based ink and reduces drying issues compared to coarser mesh.
No — water-based ink and plastisol ink must never be mixed. They use completely different carrier systems (water vs PVC/plasticiser) and are chemically incompatible. Mixing them will cause the ink to coagulate and become unusable. Always clean screens and equipment thoroughly between switching ink types.
Yes. INKrease (Paradise Screen Materials, Rajkot) is the authorised distributor for The Global Inc (Global Inks) across Gujarat, covering the complete range — plastisol, water-based, and specialty products. All products are genuine, directly sourced, and backed by manufacturer support. Our distributorship covers Gujarat. Contact us on WhatsApp for product availability and pricing.
Global Inks water-based inks are available in 1kg, 5kg, and 20kg packs. Minimum order is 1 box. Contact us on WhatsApp with your product line, colour, and quantity for pricing and current stock availability.
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