Matsui Digiace Digital Screen Clear | Water-Based Clear Primer for Digital Hybrid Screen Printing — Create a Smooth Bonding Layer Between Screen Print Underbase and Digital Inks on M&R Digital Squeegee and ROQ Hybrid Presses

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Matsui Digiace Digital Screen Clear is a high-performance water-based transparent primer ink engineered for digital hybrid screen printing systems. Printed AFTER your white underbase (DS Hybrid UB White, UB Ultra White, or Discharge White) and BEFORE the digital inkjet pass, Digiace Clear creates a smooth, uniform bonding surface that helps digital inks adhere better, appear brighter, and deliver sharper color definition. The critical middle layer in the digital hybrid sandwich. Optimized for M&R Digital Squeegee and ROQ Hybrid / ROQ Now digital screen printing systems. Can also be used on its own without a white underbase on light garments. Prints through mesh up to 230. Cure at 320°F (160°C) for 2-3 minutes. PVC-free. Ultra-soft hand feel. Ready for use — no viscosity modifications needed.

Price range: $34.99 through $449.99

Ink Size

5 Gallon
Gallon
Quart

Clear

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Description

Digiace Digital Screen Clear — The Bridge Between Screen Print and Digital Ink

In digital hybrid printing, the screen-printed underbase and the digital inkjet layer are two completely different ink systems. They need a translator — something that speaks both languages. That is what Digiace Digital Screen Clear does.

Printed as a clear layer OVER your white underbase and BEFORE the digital print head fires, Digiace Clear creates a smooth, receptive surface that digital inks bond to. Without it, digital inks can sit unevenly on the textured screen-printed white, causing color inconsistency, reduced vibrancy, and poor adhesion. With it, you get brighter colors, sharper details, and prints that last.

Think of it as the primer coat between drywall and paint. The white underbase provides opacity. Digiace Clear provides the surface quality.

Where Digiace Clear Fits in the Digital Hybrid Workflow

Digital hybrid printing uses a multi-layer sandwich. Each layer has a specific job. Digiace Clear occupies the critical position between the screen-printed layers and the digital inkjet layers:

On dark garments (standard water-based):

DS Hybrid UB White → screen printed underbase (opacity + dye block)
Digiace Digital Screen Clear → screen printed primer (THIS PRODUCT — bonding surface for digital inks)
Digital inkjet CMYK → printed by M&R Digital Squeegee or ROQ Hybrid print head
DS Hybrid Top Coat → screen printed sealer (protection + durability)

On dark garments (discharge — 100% cotton only):

Digiace Discharge White → screen printed discharge underbase (removes garment dye, replaces with white)
Digiace Digital Screen Clear → screen printed primer (THIS PRODUCT)
Digital inkjet CMYK
DS Hybrid Top Coat → screen printed sealer

Simplified workflow (using Pre-Digital White):

DS Hybrid Pre-Digital White → screen printed white underbase (can stand alone WITHOUT Clear)
Digital inkjet CMYK
DS Hybrid Top Coat (optional)

On light garments:

Digiace Digital Screen Clear → used alone as a substrate primer (no white needed)
Digital inkjet CMYK
DS Hybrid Top Coat (optional)

Matsui Digital Hybrid Product System — 5-Product Master Comparison

Every product in the Matsui digital hybrid system has a specific position in the print sequence. This chart shows all five products, what they do, and when to use each one.

Product	Type	Position in Workflow	Function	Max Mesh	Used With	Substrates	Activator?
DS Hybrid UB White	White underbase	FIRST — screen printed	Opacity + dye block on dark garments. Standard white underbase for digital hybrid.	160	Needs Digiace Clear or Pre-Digital Clear over it	Cotton, blends, performance	No
Digiace Discharge White	Discharge white underbase	FIRST — screen printed	Removes garment dye + replaces with white. Ultra-soft hand. SOFTEST underbase option.	230	Needs Digiace Clear over it	⚠️ 100% cotton only	YES — Discharge Activator required
DS Hybrid Pre-Digital White	Standalone white underbase	FIRST — screen printed	White underbase that works ON ITS OWN — does NOT require Clear layer over it. Simplified workflow.	160	Can be used alone — no Clear needed	Cotton, blends, performance	No
Digiace Digital Screen Clear (THIS PRODUCT)	Clear primer/bonding layer	SECOND — screen printed AFTER white underbase, BEFORE digital print	Creates smooth bonding surface for digital inks. Improves color vibrancy, adhesion, and definition. The bridge between screen print and digital.	230	Printed over UB White, UB Ultra White, or Discharge White. Also works alone on light garments.	Cotton, blends, performance	No
DS Hybrid Top Coat	Clear overprint sealer	LAST — screen printed AFTER digital print	Encapsulates and protects the digital print. Locks in color, adds abrasion/UV/wash resistance.	230	Recommended with low-resin digital inks	Cotton, blends, performance	No

Quick Decision Guide:

Dark garments, ANY fabric, full workflow → UB White → Digiace Clear → Digital → Top Coat
Dark garments, 100% cotton, softest possible → Discharge White + Activator → Digiace Clear → Digital → Top Coat
Dark garments, simplified workflow → Pre-Digital White (alone) → Digital → (optional Top Coat)
Light garments → Digiace Clear (alone) → Digital → (optional Top Coat)

⚠️ Critical Contamination Warning

Digiace Digital Screen Clear MUST be mixed in clean vessels using clean mixing blades and utensils.
Any contamination from other ink sources or non-approved additives could make Digiace Digital Screen Clear test positive for restricted PVCs.
This applies to ALL products in the Matsui digital hybrid system.
Use dedicated mixing equipment for digital hybrid inks.
Do not share containers, blades, or utensils with other ink systems.
Store containers sealed when not in use.

Why Screen Printers Choose Digiace Digital Screen Clear

“My digital colors look dull and washed out on the white underbase.”

Digiace Clear creates a smooth, receptive surface that improves ink holdout — digital inks stay on the surface instead of being absorbed into the textured underbase. Brighter, sharper, more vivid colors.

“I need better adhesion between my screen-printed underbase and digital inkjet layer.”

That is the primary function of Digiace Clear. It acts as the bonding agent between two different ink chemistries — screen-printed water-based and inkjet digital.

“I want the softest possible hand feel on my hybrid prints.”

Digiace Clear contributes to ultra-soft hand feel. Combined with UB White or Discharge White underneath, the full system produces the softest prints achievable in textile hybrid screen printing.

“Can I use it on light garments without a white underbase?”

Yes — on light garments, print Digiace Clear alone as a substrate primer. It improves digital ink adhesion and color vibrancy even without a white layer.

Key Features

Digital Hybrid Bonding Layer — Creates a smooth, uniform surface for digital inks to bond to screen-printed underbases.
Improved Color Definition — Digital inks stay on the surface for brighter, sharper prints.
Optimized for M&R Digital Squeegee and ROQ Hybrid / ROQ Now.
Prints Through Mesh Up to 230.
Ultra-Soft Hand Feel.
Ready for Use — No Viscosity Modifications Needed.
PVC-Free.
Water Cleanup — Water and mild soap/detergent.
Versatile — Works over UB White, UB Ultra White, Discharge White, or alone on light garments.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Detail
Product Name	Matsui Digiace Digital Screen Clear
Type	Transparent water-based primer/bonding layer for digital hybrid printing
Ink System	Matsui Digiace / DS Hybrid digital screen printing system
Color	Clear / transparent
Position in Workflow	AFTER white underbase, BEFORE digital inkjet print
Compatible Equipment	M&R Digital Squeegee, ROQ Hybrid, ROQ Now
Mesh	Up to 230 in (90 cm)
Cure	320°F (160°C) for 2-3 minutes
Substrates	Cotton, blends, performance fabrics
Viscosity	Ready for use — no modifications needed
Activator	Not required
Recommended Underbase	DS Hybrid UB White (standard) or Digiace Discharge White (softest, cotton only)
Recommended Top Coat	DS Hybrid Top Coat
Storage	65°F to 95°F (18°C to 35°C). Avoid direct sunlight.
Cleanup	Water and mild soap/detergent
Formulation	PVC-free
⚠️ Contamination	Mix in clean vessels only. Contamination from other inks or non-approved additives may cause positive PVC tests.

Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents

DS Hybrid UB Clear Technical Data Sheet

DS Hybrid Underbase Clear SDS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does Digiace Digital Screen Clear do?

It creates a smooth, uniform bonding surface between your screen-printed white underbase and the digital inkjet print. This improves digital ink adhesion, color vibrancy, and sharpness.

Where does it go in the print sequence?

AFTER the white underbase (UB White or Discharge White), BEFORE the digital inkjet pass. On light garments, it can be used alone as a substrate primer without a white underbase.

What equipment is it designed for?

M&R Digital Squeegee, ROQ Hybrid, and ROQ Now digital screen printing systems.

Do I always need Digiace Clear?

If using DS Hybrid UB White or Discharge White as your underbase, YES — Digiace Clear should be printed over them before the digital pass. If using DS Hybrid Pre-Digital White, it can stand alone without Clear.

What mesh should I use?

Up to 230 mesh.

Does it need an activator?

No. Digiace Clear is ready to use without activator. Only Digiace Discharge White requires discharge activator.

Can I mix it with other inks?

⚠️ No. Do not contaminate with other ink sources or non-approved additives. Use dedicated clean vessels and utensils. Cross-contamination may cause the product to test positive for restricted PVCs.

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