Nortech 20" x 28" 230 Yellow Mesh Alum Frame
High-detail aluminum screen printing frame featuring 230 yellow mesh for fine line work, halftones, process printing, and precise stencil reproduction.
Characteristics
The Nortech 20" x 28" 230 Yellow Mesh Aluminum Frame is designed for screen printers who require exceptional detail reproduction, sharp stencil definition, and consistent print quality. Built with a lightweight yet durable aluminum frame, it delivers excellent dimensional stability and long-lasting tension retention for both manual and automatic screen printing operations.
The 230 yellow mesh is ideal for fine-detail graphics, halftones, simulated process printing, CMYK process work, and high-resolution artwork where stencil accuracy and edge definition are critical. The yellow mesh color helps reduce light scatter during exposure, allowing for improved image sharpness and better reproduction of small details.
Combining reliable frame construction with high-performance mesh, this frame provides a dependable solution for decorators seeking clean prints, consistent registration, and professional production results.
- Durable welded aluminum frame construction
- 230 yellow mesh optimized for high-detail printing
- Excellent detail reproduction and stencil definition
- Ideal for halftones, process printing, and fine line work
- Yellow mesh reduces light scatter during exposure
- Consistent tension retention for reliable production performance
- Lightweight design for easy handling
- Suitable for manual and automatic screen printing presses
- Resistant to moisture, warping, and corrosion
- Built for long service life and repeatable print quality
- Use 230 mesh for fine-detail graphics, halftones, simulated process printing, and small text where precise stencil definition is required.
- Yellow mesh helps minimize light scatter during exposure, improving edge sharpness and enhancing detail reproduction.
- Apply thin, even emulsion coatings to preserve fine image detail and maximize stencil resolution.
- Use proper exposure settings to ensure clean stencil development and accurate reproduction of halftones and fine lines.
- Maintain consistent screen tension for optimal registration and print repeatability.
- Use moderate squeegee pressure to achieve clean ink transfer while preserving stencil integrity.
- Particularly effective with water-based, discharge, and low-viscosity plastisol inks where finer mesh counts are beneficial.
- Clean screens promptly after production to prevent ink buildup within the mesh openings.
- Reclaim screens using approved screen cleaning and emulsion removal products to maximize mesh life.
- Store screens vertically in a clean, dry environment to maintain tension and prevent mesh damage.
- Inspect mesh regularly for tears, abrasion, or loss of tension before production runs.
- Use proper registration techniques during setup to fully benefit from the mesh's high-detail printing capabilities.