About Dyne Test Inks to ISO 8296

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For optimum adhesion when printing, gluing or coating on various substrates, it is necessary to obtain a high surface energy. Determining the surface energy can be achieved by measuring contact angle or by use of Surface Energy Test Liquids or Pens (Dyne level testing).

Dyne test inks and fluids (sometimes referred to as corona test fluids) are used for the quick and easy measurement of surface energy or wetting tension. This form of measurement is based on ISO8296 that describes the method for measuring the surface energy of polyethylene film. Using the Dyne test liquid gives quick and easy results indicating surface wettability. The low surface energy of polymer-based substrates often leads to poor adhesion of inks, glues and coatings. To obtain optimum adhesion, it is necessary to increase the surface energy of the substrate to just above that of the material to be applied. Surface Treatment with either Plasma or Corona results in good wetting of the material over the surface of the substrate and so improves adhesion.

We have many customers in the UK & overseas who use our Dyne Test Fluids to test metal products for surface cleanliness and evaluating the characteristics of their products also.  The surface energy of metals is much higher than that of most surface contaminants thus, the higher the Dyne level or surface energy (mN/m) also the cleaner the part is.

To use the corona test fluids simply apply the Dyne test fluid to the material surface, the liquid will either form a continuous film on the surface or draw back into droplets. If the Dyne test ink remains as a film for 3 seconds or more then the material will have a minimum surface energy (Dyne level) in mN/m of that fluid value. Should the Dyne test liquid draw back into droplets in under 1 second then the surface energy (Dyne level) of the substrate is lower than that of the liquid value. The exact surface energy (Dyne level) can be determined by applying a range of increasing or decreasing values of Dyne test fluids.

The test fluids can be purchased as a kit holding 6 bottles or as individual bottles. The test inks come in 20ml bottles and have an expected lifetime of 12 months.

ISO Type (to ISO 8296):- Formamide & 2-Ethoxyethanol based:
Supplied in 20ml bottles with integral brush applicator, containing: formamide, ethoxyethanol & dye, not suitable for use on soft PVC.

Non-Toxic range of Ethanol based Dyne Test Inks.
Supplied in 20ml bottles with integral brush applicator, containing: ethanol – not suitable for use on PP.

Cotton Applicator Swabs – Made to test method ISO 8296 for use with the Dyne test fluids.  The cotton swabs have a 150mm long shaft to ensure your hand is kept well away from the test fluid and the substrate to be tested.  The cotton applicator swabs are binder free and glue free which ensure the binder or glue cannot contaminate the test fluid or invalidate the test results.

Ensure that no contamination is introduced into the Dyne test fluid from the surface being tested by using a single use cotton applicator swab. Small amounts of introduced contamination may lead to inaccurate and invalid Dyne level readings.

Features & Benefits

  • Instant results (within 3 seconds)
  • Avoids cross-contamination when used with single-use cotton applicator swabs
  • Can be used on a wide variety of substrates

All Downloads

Filename Size Download
ISO Type Dyne Inks 23-27 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.23MB Download
ISO Type Dyne Inks 30-33 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.22MB Download
ISO Type Dyne Inks 34-57 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.19MB Download
ISO Type Dyne Inks 58-73 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.17MB Download
Non-Toxic Type Dyne Inks 22-24 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.20MB Download
Non-Toxic Type Dyne Inks 26-44 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.22MB Download
Non-Toxic Type Dyne Inks 46-73 Dynes Safety Data Sheet 0.14MB Download
Dyne Inks Product Data Sheet 0.07MB Download

Ordering Information

Test Kits

ISO Type Dyne Inks

Part Number Test Kit Name Description Dyne Values
DYTQASETA-20ML
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QA Set for Production & Quality Engineers Kit of 12 ISO Type bottles in black foam filled carrying case, supplied with 1 pack of 100 cotton applicator swabs and 1 pair of disposable Nitrile gloves 30, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60 & 72mN/m
DYTSETA-20ML
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Standard Set for every day use Kit of 9 ISO Type bottles in black foam filled carrying case 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60 & 72mN/m
DYTVALSETA-20ML
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Value Set to meet your basic needs Kit of 6 ISO Type bottles in black foam filled carrying case 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 & 56mN/m

Non-Toxic Type Dyne Inks

Part Number Test Kit Name Description Dyne Values
DYTQASETB-20ML
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QA Set for Production & Quality Engineers Kit of 12 Non-Toxic Type bottles in black foam filled carrying case, supplied with 1 pack of 100 cotton applicator swabs and 1 pair of disposable Nitrile gloves 30, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60 & 72mN/m
DYTSETB-20ML
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Standard Set for every day use Kit of 9 Non-Toxic Type bottles in black foam filled carrying case 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60 & 72mN/m
DYTVALSETB-20ML
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Value Set to meet your basic needs Kit of 6 Non-Toxic Type bottles in black foam filled carrying case 36, 40, 44, 48, 52 & 56mN/m

Individual Ink Bottles

ISO Type Dyne Inks

Part Number Description
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DYT23A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 23mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT25A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 25mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT27A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 27mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT30A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 30mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT32A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 32mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT34A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 34mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT36A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 36mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT38A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 38mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT40A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 40mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT42A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 42mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT44A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 44mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT46A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 46mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT48A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 48mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT50A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 50mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT52A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 52mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT54A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 54mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT56A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 56mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT58A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 58mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT60A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 60mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT72A-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, ISO type, 72mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush

Non-Toxic Type Dyne Inks

Part Number Description
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DYT23B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 23mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT25B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 25mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT27B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 27mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT30B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 30mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT32B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 32mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT34B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 34mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT36B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 36mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT38B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 38mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT40B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 40mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT42B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 42mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT44B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 44mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT46B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 46mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT48B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 48mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT50B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 50mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT52B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 52mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT54B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 54mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT56B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 56mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT58B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 58mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT60B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 60mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush
DYT72B-20ML Dyne Testing dyne ink, non toxic, 72mN/m, 20ml glass bottle with applicator brush

Accessories

Part Number Description
DYT-SWAB
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Dyne Testing cotton swabs, pack of 100
DYT-CASE9
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Dyne Testing dyne storage case, up to 9 bottles
DYT-CASE12
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Dyne Testing dyne storage case, up to 12 bottles and swabs pack
DYT-GLOVES
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Dyne Testing nitrile gloves, box of 100, powder free


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