Matsui Clear SWR (WS0574) | Water-Based Clear Mixing Base for Water-Repellent Fabrics — Nylon Windbreakers, Coated Polyester, DWR-Treated Outerwear — Mix with Neo Pigments for Custom Colors, Soft Hand, PVC-Free

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Matsui WS0574 Clear SWR

Matsui Clear SWR (WS0574) is a water-based clear mixing base specifically designed for printing on water-repellent fabrics such as nylon windbreakers, coated polyester outerwear, and DWR-treated performance garments — surfaces where standard water-based inks will not adhere properly. Mix with up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments to create custom translucent colors using CMS Software. Excellent adhesion and durability on slick, coated surfaces. Superior soft hand feel. Excellent elasticity and fastness. Print through 135 mesh. Cure at 320°F (160°C). PVC-free. Part of the Matsui SWR Series — also available: White SWR (opaque white for darks). ⚠️ Drop ships from Matsui out of Gardena, California — may take 2-3 extra days to ship.

Price range: $49.99 through $899.99

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Description

The Clear Base That Sticks to Water-Repellent Fabrics

Standard water-based inks fail on water-repellent fabrics. The DWR (durable water repellent) coating that makes a nylon windbreaker shed rain also makes it shed ink — the ink beads up, will not bond, and peels or cracks after curing. Matsui Clear SWR solves this problem. It is specifically formulated to adhere to slick, water-repellent treated surfaces with excellent adhesion, durability, and wash fastness.

Clear SWR is a translucent clear mixing base — mix it with up to 15% Neo Pigments to create custom Pantone®-matched translucent colors on water-repellent garments. On its own, Clear SWR prints as a clear/transparent layer — useful for tone-on-tone effects or as a clear overprint.

What Fabrics Is SWR Designed For?

The SWR Series is specifically engineered for fabrics that have been treated with a water-repellent (DWR) coating — the kind of slick, coated surface that causes standard water-based inks to bead up, crack, or peel off. Common water-repellent fabrics include:

Nylon windbreakers and rain jackets. Coated nylon shell jackets, pullover windbreakers, and lightweight outerwear.

Polyester performance outerwear. Water-repellent polyester soft shells, track jackets, and warm-up gear.

DWR-treated athletic wear. Outdoor performance garments with durable water repellent (DWR) finishes.

Coated nylon bags and accessories. Drawstring bags, tote bags, and backpack panels made from coated nylon.

Water-resistant promotional items. Branded umbrellas, ponchos, and packable rain gear.

⚠️ SWR is NOT needed for standard cotton, cotton-poly blends, or untreated polyester. For those fabrics, use standard Matsui bases like 301C Clear, Stretch Clear, or EasyPrint Clear. SWR is specifically for water-repellent treated surfaces where standard inks will not adhere properly.

Clear SWR vs. White SWR — Two Products, Two Roles

SWR Product Finish Best For
Clear SWR (THIS PRODUCT) Clear / translucent Clear mixing base with Neo Pigments for translucent custom colors on light water-repellent fabrics. Tone-on-tone effects. Clear overprint.
White SWR Opaque white Standalone white on darks. White underbase for color prints. Mixing white with Neo Pigments for opaque custom colors.

When to choose Clear SWR: Use Clear SWR when printing on light-colored water-repellent fabrics where you want the garment color to show through the ink (translucent effect), or when mixing translucent custom colors with Neo Pigments. For dark water-repellent fabrics, use White SWR instead for the opacity needed on dark substrates.

Custom Colors with Neo Pigments

Mix up to 15% Matsui Neo Pigments into Clear SWR to create custom Pantone®-matched translucent colors on water-repellent fabrics. Use Matsui CMS (Color Matching Software) to look up the formula for your target Pantone code and base combination.

Clear vs. White for custom colors: Colors mixed into Clear SWR will be translucent — the garment color shows through, creating vibrant but see-through prints (best on light fabrics). Colors mixed into White SWR will be more opaque — better coverage and color density (best on dark fabrics).

Recommended Additives

Additive Dosage Production Problem It Solves
Retarder MG 1-5% Ink drying in the screen — extends open time.
Fixer WF-N 1-5% Improved wash fastness.
Softener MG 1-4% Better fabric penetration and softer hand feel.
Thickener B 0.25-1% Ink too thin — thickens viscosity.
RV Additive 1-3% Ink too thick — reduces viscosity for smoother flow.
Fixer L 1-3% Low-curing fabrics or electric dryers.
Quick Additive 6-9% All-in-one — Retarder MG + Fixer WF-N + Softener MG. One additive, three benefits. Recommended for most jobs.

The SWR Series Family

SWR Product Role
Clear SWR (WS0574) — THIS PRODUCT Clear mixing base. Mix with Neo Pigments for custom colors on water-repellent fabrics.
White SWR (WS0575) Opaque white. Good opacity on dark water-repellent fabrics. Also a mixing white with Neo Pigments.

Browse the complete Matsui SWR Series here.

⚠️ Contamination Warning

SWR Series inks MUST be mixed in clean vessels using clean mixing blades and utensils. Any contamination from other ink sources or non-approved additives could cause undesired outcomes.

⚠️ Shipping Note

This product drop ships from Matsui out of Gardena, California and may take 2-3 extra days to ship.

Technical Specifications

Specification Detail
Product Name Matsui Clear SWR (WS0574)
Type Water-based clear mixing base for water-repellent fabrics.
Ink Series Matsui SWR Series — for water-repellent treated fabrics
Color Clear / translucent. Mix with up to 15% Neo Pigments for custom colors.
Target Substrates Water-repellent (DWR) treated nylon, coated polyester, water-resistant outerwear fabrics.
Opacity Clear / translucent. Garment color shows through.
Mesh 135
Cure 320°F (160°C)
Color Matching Mix with Neo Pigments (up to 15%) + CMS Software for Pantone formulas.
Elasticity Excellent elasticity for flexible outerwear fabrics.
Viscosity Ready for use — no modifications needed.
Storage 65°F to 95°F (18°C to 35°C). Avoid direct sunlight.
Cleanup Water and mild soap/detergent
Formulation PVC-free
Shipping ⚠️ Drop ships from Matsui (Gardena, CA). Allow 2-3 extra days.

Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents

SWR Blocker Clear White Technical Data Sheet

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What fabrics is Clear SWR designed for?

Water-repellent (DWR) treated fabrics — nylon windbreakers, coated polyester outerwear, water-resistant jackets, DWR-treated performance garments, and coated nylon bags/accessories. If the fabric is designed to repel water, you need SWR.

Can I use standard water-based ink on nylon windbreakers instead?

No — standard water-based inks (301C, Stretch, EasyPrint, Infinity, Alpha) are designed for cotton, cotton-poly, and untreated polyester. On water-repellent coated surfaces, standard inks will not bond properly — they will bead up, crack, or peel. SWR is specifically formulated to adhere to these slick, coated surfaces.

Can I mix custom colors with Clear SWR?

Yes — mix up to 15% Neo Pigments into Clear SWR for translucent custom Pantone®-matched colors on water-repellent fabrics. Use CMS Software for Pantone formulas. For more opaque custom colors, mix pigments into White SWR instead.

What is the difference between Clear SWR and White SWR?

Clear SWR is a translucent mixing base — the garment color shows through the print. Best for light water-repellent fabrics. White SWR is an opaque white — provides full coverage on dark water-repellent fabrics. Use White SWR when you need opacity, Clear SWR when you want translucency.

Can I print Clear SWR on dark water-repellent fabrics?

You can, but the colors will be muted and dark because the garment color shows through the translucent ink. For dark water-repellent fabrics, White SWR (as a standalone white or as a mixing white with Neo Pigments) will give much better results.

What mesh should I use?

135 mesh.

How long does shipping take?

⚠️ This product drop ships from Matsui out of Gardena, California and may take 2-3 extra days to ship beyond standard shipping times.

What additives should I use?

Use Quick Additive (6-9%) for an all-in-one solution. Or individual additives: Retarder MG (1-5%), Fixer WF-N (1-5%), Softener MG (1-4%).

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