Transene - Etch Paste

SOLAR ETCH PASTE SEP ITO 126-1
FOR INDIUM TIN OXIDE (ITO) ETCHING

DESCRIPTION

Transene Solar Etch Paste ITO 126-1 is an un-filled paste based on a proprietary transition metal chemistry and designed for screen printing or dispensing applications. Solar Etch Paste ITO 126-1 offers the advantage of stable viscosity, fine line control, and uniform cure parameters. SEP ITO 126-1 is suitable for use on both PET and glass substrates. Because SEP ITO 126-1 contains no inert filler, optimum clarity and etch control are attainable.

PC COPPER ETCHANTS

Property	SEP ITO 126-1
Appearance	Brown Paste
Solids %	80 - 90
Filler	None
pH	<7
Bake Temperature	90-100 °C
Bake Time	5 - 15 minutes
Rinse	Warm Water, Ultrasonic Agitation
Thinner	Glycerine
Screen	Nylon (avoid stainless steel)
Mesh	180-225

APPLICATION:

Briefly stir the paste by hand or with mechanical agitation to blend uniformly. A small quantity of glycerine may be added to reduce the viscosity. Apply the paste to the substrate. Allow the part to heat at 90-100 °C for 5-15 minutes. Rinse with warm water. Ultrasonic agitation during rinsing is preferred to remove all traces of etchant.