Matsui SI0300 Yama Mat Base Silicone Ink – Matte Silicone Mixing Base for High-Stretch & Performance Fabrics

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The Matsui Yama Mat Base (SI0300) is a silicone mixing base that cures to a flat, matte, soft-touch finish. Add Yama pigments at 3–10% and 10% catalyst to mix custom matte colors with the extreme stretch and wash durability of silicone — perfect for premium, non-shiny prints on activewear and fashion apparel. PVC- and phthalate-free.

Matte, soft-touch
Flat, non-shiny finish
Mix any color
Add pigments 3–10%
High stretch & rebound
Won’t crack on stretch
PVC & phthalate-free
Cleaner chemistry
Catalyst required
90/10 to cure
Performance fabrics
Poly, nylon & spandex
★ This is a mixing base — add pigment (3–10%) and catalyst (10%) to make a finished matte color. It isn’t a ready-to-print ink on its own.
Matte color, soft hand, full stretch. Mix your own non-shiny silicone colors for premium performance apparel. Questions? Call 512-454-0505.

Price range: $56.00 through $1,056.00

Description

Matsui Yama Mat Base — Custom Matte Silicone Color

A matte finish reads as premium — no glare, just clean, sophisticated color. The Matsui Yama Mat Base lets you mix your own matte silicone colors: add 3–10% Yama pigments, catalyze at 10%, and print. It cures to a smooth, flat, soft-touch surface with the same extreme elongation and rebound as the rest of the Yama line, so your matte prints flex with the garment and survive washing without cracking. PVC- and phthalate-free, and engineered for screen stability and consistent printing on high-stretch polyester, spandex and blends. The go-to base when you want tonal, understated, high-end results.

Why Choose a Matte Base

Premium matte look

Cures flat with no shine — clean, tonal, high-end color that photographs beautifully.

Mix any matte color

Add Yama pigments 3–10% for custom shades and brand matches in a matte finish.

Soft-touch & stretchy

A soft hand with full silicone stretch and rebound — no cracking on high-stretch garments.

Cleaner chemistry

PVC-free and phthalate-free, with excellent screen stability and print consistency.

How to Mix & Print

1 · Catalyze the base

Stir the base, add 10% silicone catalyst and mix uniform. Then add 3–10% pigment for color. Rest 5–10 min. Adjust flow with reducer if needed.

2 · Print

80–160 mesh (31–63T), 70–80 durometer or triple-duro, smooth strokes. Use a solvent-resistant, silicone-compatible emulsion.

3 · Cure

Flash ~220°F for 5–8 sec if needed; final cure 300–320°F for 1–2 min (ink film above 250°F internal).

Mix by weight. Record your pigment and catalyst ratios so matte colors are repeatable batch to batch. Need a match? Call (512) 454-0505.

Why Buy From River City Supply?

Real screen printers. Real support. Genuine Matsui ink.

 

Real printers on staff
Want a matte look with full stretch? We’ll help dial in pigment and catalyst. Call (512) 454-0505.

 

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

 

The whole silicone system
Matte & standard bases, pigments, catalyst, colors and effects — all 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.

You’ll also need

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

Want gloss or pre-mixed?

For shine, top with Yama High Gloss; for ready-to-go color, see Yama Silicone Colors.

Chasing a matte brand color?

Send us the target and we’ll help you mix it in the Mat Base with the right pigment load.

Call 512-454-0505

Apply for financing

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

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Technical Specifications

Matsui Yama Mat Base (SI0300) — Technical Specifications

TypeMatte silicone mixing base
Part numberSI0300
UseMix with pigment + catalyst for custom matte colors
CatalystRequired — 90% ink / 10% Matsui silicone catalyst
Pigment load3–10% Yama pigments by weight
FinishMatte, soft-touch; PVC- & phthalate-free
Fabric typesPolyester, spandex, nylon, blends & sublimated garments
Mesh80–160 mesh (31–63T)
Squeegee70–80 durometer or triple-duro; 1–2 smooth strokes
Flash cure~220°F (104°C) for 5–8 seconds
Cure temp300–320°F (150–160°C) for 1–2 minutes
Ink film tempAbove 250°F (121°C) internal
Pot life4–6 hours after mixing
Storage65–77°F, kept sealed
Shelf life12 months unopened
SizesQuart, Gallon & 5-Gallon
ShippingDrop ships from Matsui — Gardena, CA
Matte mixing base — not a finished ink. Add 3–10% pigment and 10% catalyst before printing. Mix by weight and test your fabric before a production run.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Matsui Yama Mat Base (SI0300) — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Yama Mat Base used for?
It’s a silicone mixing base that cures matte. Add 3–10% Yama pigments and 10% catalyst to mix custom matte colors with full silicone stretch and wash durability.
How is it different from the standard Yama Base?
Both are high-stretch mixing bases; this one dries to a flat, matte, soft-touch finish, while the standard base has a smooth standard look. Choose by the finish you want.
Can I print it on its own?
It’s meant to be pigmented for color and always needs catalyst to cure. On its own it prints translucent with a matte hand.
Is it PVC-free?
Yes — it’s PVC-free and phthalate-free, with good screen stability and print consistency.
What mesh, fabrics and cure does it use?
Polyester, spandex, nylon, blends and sublimated garments. Print 80–160 mesh, flash ~220°F, cure 300–320°F for 1–2 minutes (film above 250°F).
What sizes are available?
Quart, gallon and 5-gallon. Call us for help sizing your order.

Why Buy From River City Supply?

Real screen printers. Real support. Genuine Matsui ink.

 

Real printers on staff
Want a matte look with full stretch? We’ll help dial in pigment and catalyst. 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

 

Everything under one roof
Ink, emulsion, screens, presses and curing.

 

Support after the sale
Family-run and here Monday–Friday, 9–5.

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