Matsui Emacol R-600-E | Long-Bodied Viscosity Thickener for Halftone Dot Retention in Water-Based Screen Printing Ink

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Matsui Emacol R-600E

Matsui Emacol R-600-E — Emacol R-600-E is a long-bodied thickener for water-based inks — an alternative to Thickener B for shops that require a specific rheological profile. Where Thickener B provides clean, short viscosity build, Emacol R-600-E creates a longer, more tenacious ink body. Some printers prefer this longer body for specific halftone and process printing applications where the ink needs to string slightly more under the squeegee.

🎯 Problem it solves: Ink too thin for clean halftone dot reproduction — especially when a longer ink body is needed for specific press or mesh conditions.
💊 Dosage: Per manufacturer specification — start low and test
✓Per manufacturer specification — start low and test
✓Matsui Acrylic Inks Compatible
✓PVC-Free
✓OEKO-TEX® Certified
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Matsui Emacol R-600-E

Emacol R-600-E is a long-bodied thickener for water-based inks — an alternative to Thickener B for shops that require a specific rheological profile. Where Thickener B provides clean, short viscosity build, Emacol R-600-E creates a longer, more tenacious ink body. Some printers prefer this longer body for specific halftone and process printing applications where the ink needs to string slightly more under the squeegee.

What It Does

📈
Builds Ink Body
Increases viscosity and creates a longer ink body — ink has more tenacity and resistance to spread.
🎯
Halftone Dot Control
Thicker, longer-bodied ink holds halftone dot geometry better — reducing dot gain on fine halftone work.
🔬
Alternative Rheology
Provides a different ink feel under the squeegee than Thickener B — useful when Thickener B’s profile does not match the specific press, mesh, and ink combination.

When to Use This Additive

When halftone work requires a longer ink body than Thickener B provides, or when Thickener B does not produce the desired press feel for your specific setup. Most shops can start with Thickener B — Emacol R-600-E is for those with specific rheology requirements.

💊 Dosage
Per manufacturer specification — start low and test
✅ Compatible Inks
All Matsui water-based inks.
⚠️ Limits
Start very small and test. Keep total additives under 15%.

The Complete Matsui Additive Lineup — All 13

Every water-based printing problem has an additive that fixes it. Here is the full lineup with dosages and what each solves:

AdditiveDosageWhat It Solves
Quick Additive6–9%All-in-one: open time + wash fastness + soft hand. Best starting point for most jobs.
Retarder MG1–5%Prevents ink drying in screen. Extends open time on press.
Fixer WF-N1–5%Improves wash fastness. Lowers cure temp to 300°F (150°C). Most common fixer.
Softener MG1–4%Improves fabric penetration. Softer hand feel and better adhesion.
RV Additive1–3%Reduces viscosity without weakening resin. Better flow and fabric penetration.
Thickener B0.25–1%Increases viscosity. Controls halftone dot spread. Fine-detail work.
Fixer L1–3%Lowers cure temp to 250°F. For electric dryers or heat-sensitive fabrics.
Fixer V2–3%⚠️ For PU binder inks ONLY (Soft-Tex 350 series). NOT interchangeable with Fixer WF-N.
Retarder SP-1 / FlowVariesImproves flow of thick inks without reducing viscosity. For high-viscosity bases.
Emacol R-600-E ← This ProductVariesLong-bodied thickener for halftone dot retention. Alternative to Thickener B.
Puff Foaming Base HTVariesCreates 3D puff effect when flash-heated. Mix with any water-based ink.
Phantom ClearStandaloneDisappears when dry. Reappears when wet (sweat). For activewear specialty prints.
Discharge Activator3–8%⚠️ REQUIRED for discharge mode. Enables chemistry on dark 100% cotton. 12-hr pot life.
💡 Rule: Do not exceed 15% total additives in any ink batch. Complete additive guide with dosage charts, stacking rules, and FAQ →
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Technical Specifications

SpecificationDetail
Product NameMatsui Emacol R-600-E
SKUMatsui Emacol R-600-E
TypeLong-Bodied Viscosity Thickener for Halftone Dot Retention in Water-Based Screen Printing Ink
DosagePer manufacturer specification — start low and test
Problem SolvedInk too thin for clean halftone dot reproduction — especially when a longer ink body is needed for specific press or mesh conditions.
Compatible InksAll Matsui water-based inks.
LimitsStart very small and test. Keep total additives under 15%.
Available SizesQuart, Gallon
FormulationPVC-free, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified
Storage65°F to 95°F (18°C to 35°C). Avoid direct sunlight.
CleanupWater and mild soap/detergent

Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents

Matsui Additives 8 Technical Data Sheet

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Should I use Thickener B or Emacol R-600-E?
Start with Thickener B — it is the standard recommendation for most viscosity-building needs. If you find Thickener B does not provide the right body for your specific setup (press, mesh, ink combination), try Emacol R-600-E. Both build viscosity but with different rheological characteristics.
Can I combine Thickener B and Emacol R-600-E?
Generally not recommended — combining thickeners can produce unpredictable results. Use one or the other. If neither alone gives the desired body, contact us for technical support.
Questions about which additive to use?
Call us at (512) 454-0505 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm CT

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