what is screen printing flocking silicone

screen printing flocking silicone for clothing is a special printing material and process for clothing. The following is a detailed introduction about it:
Material characteristics:
High viscosity: It can adhere firmly to the surface of textiles and is not easy to fall off, ensuring the durability of the printing. For example, on sportswear, the pattern of silk-screen flocking silicone can still remain intact even after strenuous exercise and frequent washing.
Soft feel: Compared with ordinary printing materials, silk-screen flocking silicone has a unique soft texture that does not make clothing stiff and is comfortable to wear. Especially when used on underwear, yoga clothes and other close-fitting clothing, it can provide a good wearing experience.
Strong three-dimensional sense: The pattern after printing has an obvious three-dimensional effect, which makes the clothing more visually impactful and artistic. This three-dimensional sense can enhance the layering and detail expression of the pattern, making the design more vivid.
Good water resistance and weather resistance: It can withstand water immersion and daily washing, is not easy to fade or deform, and can also resist the influence of environmental factors such as ultraviolet rays and temperature changes to a certain extent, maintaining the brightness and integrity of the printing.
Production process:
Material preparation: Silk-screen flocking silicone material, screen, curing agent, color paste, etc. are required. Among them, silk-screen flocking silicone material is generally divided into two components, A and B, which need to be mixed in a certain proportion before use.
Making screen: Make the corresponding screen according to the designed pattern. The mesh number and quality of the screen will affect the fineness and effect of the printing. Usually, a fine screen of 120 mesh and above is selected.
Mixing silicone: Mix the silk-screen flocking silicone of components A and B in the prescribed proportion, and add an appropriate amount of color paste for color adjustment. After stirring evenly, add an appropriate amount of curing agent as needed to control the curing time and speed of the silicone.
Screen printing: Print the prepared silk-screen flocking silicone on the clothing fabric through the screen. During the printing process, pay attention to controlling the strength and speed of printing to ensure that the silicone is evenly covered on the fabric to form a clear pattern.
Flocking treatment: When the silicone has not yet completely cured, sprinkle the fluff evenly on the surface of the silicone, and then make the fluff firmly attached to the silicone through static electricity or other means.
Curing treatment: Put the flocked clothing into an oven or cure it at room temperature to completely cure the silk-screen flocking silicone and ensure that the fluff is tightly combined with the silicone.
Application range:
Clothing decoration: It can be used for pattern printing of various types of clothing, such as T-shirts, sweatshirts, shirts, dresses, etc., to add unique design elements and personal style to clothing. For example, in the clothing design of fashion brands, silk-screen flocking silicone is often used to create brand logos, personal patterns, etc.
Functional application: In addition to decorative effects, it can also be applied to some clothing with special functional requirements, such as non-slip gloves, sports protective gear, etc. Using silk-screen flocking silicone in key parts of these clothing can increase friction and improve the functionality and safety of clothing.