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Photoengraving Liquid Gelatin.

Photoengraving Gelatin (PE), also known as Photoengraving Fish Glue, is a versatile and easy-to-use product derived from fish gelatin. PE is supplied at a 45% solids solution with a viscosity similar to honey (5000 – 6000 centipoise). It is protected with a bactericidal agent promoting a longer shelf life.

Technical Data Sheet

Key Features

  • COLOR: Light Caramel Liquid
  • TEMPERATURE: RANGE -300°F to +500°F
  • TIME TO TACK: 1 Minute
  • OPEN TIME: 1.5 to 2 Hours
  • VISCOSITY: 5000 - 6000 cps
  • STORABILITY: Excellent (Freeze-Thaw Stable)
  • FLAMMABILITY: Non-Flammable
  • SHEAR STRENGTH: 3200 PSI with 50% wood failure (ASTM D 905)
  • PACK SIZE: 55-gallon drums and 5-gallon pails
Photoengraving Gelatin Handout
Photoengraving Gelatin Saftey Data Sheet

Key Properties

Light-sensitive

Fish gelatin solutions can be made light-sensitive by adding chromium salts, making them suitable for photo resist applications.

Easy to use

Fish gelatin is a liquid at room temperature, making it easy to handle as a coating.

Acid-resistant polymer

Upon drying and further baking, the coatings can be converted into an acid-resistant polymer.

Compliant with international standards:

The fish skin source and manufacturing process comply with CFIA, EU, EP, USP, JP, Kosher, and Halal standards.

Product Applications

Photographic processes

can be made light-sensitive by adding chromium salts

High-strength glues

strong adhesive in various applications, such as woodworking, bookbinding, and packaging. Its adhesive properties make it suitable for bonding various materials, including wood, paper, and textiles

Emulsion bases

providing stability and consistency to products such as creams, lotions, and ointments

Photo resist coatings

insoluble upon exposure to light and can be further baked to form an acid-resistant polymer

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