Matsui SI0354 Yama Emboss Base Silicone Ink – Raised Texture & Emboss Effects for Silicone Screen Printing on Activewear

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The Matsui Yama Emboss Base (SI0354) creates raised, sculpted, leather-like embossed textures that expand as they cure. Print it through a low mesh in multiple layers for a dimensional, molded effect on premium athleisure and fashion apparel — with the soft hand and full stretch of silicone. Catalyze at 10%; tint up to 10% with Yama pigments or leave natural.

Raised emboss effect
Sculpted, leather-like

Expands on cure
Builds real height

Soft & flexible
Full silicone stretch

Low mesh, layered
60–110 mesh, 2–3+ passes

Catalyst required
90/10 to cure

Premium apparel
Athleisure & fashion

★ For maximum height, print low mesh in multiple layers and allow dwell time on cure for the emboss to fully develop. Catalyze at 10%.

Texture you can feel. Sculpted, embossed silicone that stretches with the garment. Questions on the effect? Call 512-454-0505.

Price range: $363.60 through $1,536.00

Description

Matsui Yama Emboss Base — Sculpted, Raised Texture

Some designs need to be felt, not just seen. The Matsui Yama Emboss Base is engineered to expand as it cures, building a raised, sculpted, leather-like emboss with a matte-to-satin surface. Print it through a low mesh in two or three layers, give it dwell time to develop, and you get real dimensional height with crisp, molded edges — perfect for luxury athleisure, high-end fashion, tonal branding and streetwear. Because it’s silicone, that texture stays soft and flexible and moves with high-stretch fabric instead of cracking. Leave it natural for a tonal emboss or tint up to 10% with Yama pigments for color.

Why Print an Emboss Effect

Real dimensional height

Expands on cure into a sculpted, raised texture with a molded, leather-like surface.

Soft & stretchy

Unlike rigid textures, it stays flexible and rebounds with the garment — no cracking on stretch.

Tonal or colored

Run it natural for an understated tonal emboss, or tint up to 10% with pigment.

Premium, tactile branding

Adds a high-end, touchable dimension to logos and graphics on luxury apparel.

How to Print the Emboss

1 · Catalyze

Stir, add 10% catalyst (and up to 10% pigment if coloring), mix uniform, rest 5–10 min. 4–6 hr pot life.

2 · Print low & layered

60–110 mesh (24–43T), 60–70 durometer squeegee, 2–3+ layers with a light flash between for maximum height. Solvent-resistant emulsion.

3 · Cure with dwell

Final cure 300–320°F for 1–2 min (film above 250°F). Allow dwell time so the emboss fully develops. Don’t over-flash.

Don’t over-flash. Over-flashing between layers reduces bond and expansion. Use a light flash to set, and save the full expansion for the final cure.

Why Buy From River City Supply?

Real screen printers. Real support. Genuine Matsui ink.

Real printers on staff

Emboss is a layering game — we’ll help you dial in mesh, passes and cure. Call (512) 454-0505.

Genuine Matsui silicone

Authentic Yama inks, bases and catalyst — the real performance system.

The whole silicone system

Emboss, HD, puff and gloss effects, plus bases, colors and catalyst — in stock.

Financing available

Stocking up on ink and equipment? Apply for equipment financing.

Fast shipping + 1-hour pickup

Ships quick, and in-stock items are ready for pickup within an hour in Central Texas.

Support after the sale

Family-run and here Monday–Friday, 9–5, long after your order ships.

Call (512) 454-0505

You’ll also need

The required silicone catalyst, plus a solvent-resistant emulsion and silicone-safe cleaner. Fine-tune flow with Yama Reducer.

More dimensional effects

Try Yama HD for crisp raised logos, Puff Base for foam puff, or top with High Gloss.

New to emboss printing?

Call us and we’ll walk you through mesh, layer count and cure dwell for clean, tall emboss.

Call 512-454-0505

Apply for financing

Building out your silicone system? Spread the cost with simple equipment financing.

Explore Financing

Technical Specifications

Matsui Yama Emboss Base (SI0354) — Technical Specifications

Type	Dimensional emboss silicone base
Part number	SI0354
Use	Raised, sculpted emboss texture (tonal or tinted)
Catalyst	Required — 90% ink / 10% Matsui silicone catalyst
Pigment load	0–10% Yama pigments by weight
Finish	Matte-to-satin sculpted, raised
Fabric types	Polyester, spandex, nylon & blends
Mesh	60–110 mesh (24–43T) for maximum height
Squeegee	60–70 durometer or triple-duro; 2–3+ layers
Flash cure	~220°F (104°C) for 5–8 seconds
Cure temp	300–320°F (150–160°C) for 1–2 minutes
Ink film temp	Above 250°F (121°C) internal
Pot life	4–6 hours after mixing
Storage	65–77°F, kept sealed
Shelf life	12 months unopened
Sizes	Gallon & 5-Gallon
Shipping	Drop ships from Matsui — Gardena, CA

Build height in layers. Print multiple controlled layers through low mesh and give the emboss dwell time on cure. Over-flashing reduces expansion. Test your fabric first.

Pairs Well With

Silicone Catalyst
Required — 10%Yama Pigments
Tint the emboss Yama HD
Crisp raised logos Yama Puff Base
Foam puff effect Yama High Gloss
Glossy top coat Financing
Spread the cost

Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents

Matsui Yama Emboss Base Technical Data Sheet

Yama Silicone Technical Sheet

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Matsui Yama Emboss Base (SI0354) — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Yama Emboss Base used for?

It creates raised, sculpted, leather-like embossed textures that expand as they cure — a dimensional, molded effect for premium athleisure, fashion and streetwear, with the soft hand and stretch of silicone.

How do I build the emboss height?

Print through a low mesh (60–110) in two or three layers with a light flash between, then give it dwell time on the final cure so the emboss fully develops. Lower mesh and more layers build more height.

Can I color it?

Yes — leave it natural for a tonal emboss or tint up to 10% with Yama pigments.

How is it different from HD and Puff?

Emboss gives a sculpted, molded, leather-like raised texture; HD builds crisp high-density raised logos; Puff foams into a rounded 3D puff. Different looks, same silicone system.

Why did my emboss come out flat?

Usually over-flashing between layers — that reduces bond and expansion. Use only a light flash to set layers and save full expansion for the final cure.

What sizes are available?

Gallon and 5-gallon. Call us for help sizing a job.

Why Buy From River City Supply?

Real screen printers. Real support. Genuine Matsui ink.

Real printers on staff

Emboss is a layering game — we’ll help you dial in mesh, passes and cure. Call (512) 454-0505.

Genuine Matsui silicone

Authentic Yama inks, bases and catalyst.

The whole silicone system

Whites, colors, bases, catalyst, reducer and effects.

Financing available

Apply for equipment financing, or ask us how.

Everything under one roof

Ink, emulsion, screens, presses and curing.

Support after the sale

Family-run and here Monday–Friday, 9–5.

Call (512) 454-0505

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Matsui SI0354 Yama Emboss Base Silicone Ink – Raised Texture & Emboss Effects for Silicone Screen Printing on Activewear

Description

Matsui Yama Emboss Base — Sculpted, Raised Texture