SCREEN PRINTING INKS
DSLs partner Marabu stands for excellent quality and highest standards. Marabu has always been an integral part of the development of the screen printing technology.

Leading specialist for organic inks for glass, offering a broad range of brilliant shades.

Climate neutral production since 2021 and commitment to a sustainable development.

Inks can be tailor-made for your specific needs and applications.
We know that screen printing comes with many challenges for the perfect result. With Marabu you have over 60 years of experience at your disposal and are joining hundreds of happy clients in over 90 countries.
SOLVENT BASED

- 1-component, fast-drying, satin gloss and medium opacity - suitable for printing on single and multi-layer identification cards (time registration, payment cards, access control, loyalty cards, telephone cards, chip cards) - ideal for laminating in the temperature range of 140 ° C-160 ° C
Glass Ink GL
DECORATIVE PRINTING ON GLASS, CERAMICS & METALS
DECORATIVE PRINTING ON GLASS, CERAMICS & METALS

- 2-component, satin gloss and high opacity - the average drying speed can be accelerated and improved by higher temperatures, while in order to achieve very high requirements for dishwasher resistance, the paint should be heated with 140 ° C for 30 minutes
Mara® Gloss GO
UNIVERSAL AND FLEXIBLE, FLUORESCENT COLORS
UNIVERSAL AND FLEXIBLE, FLUORESCENT COLORS

- 1-component, glossy, fast-drying, high opacity - moderately resistant to external conditions, deeply penetrating - high flexibility (suitable for vacuum forming) and resistance to some solvents (alcohol and gasoline) - wide range of applications in screen printing
Mara® Pol PY
PRINTING ON POLYETHYLENE, POLYPROPYLENE & PVC
PRINTING ON POLYETHYLENE, POLYPROPYLENE & PVC

- high-gloss 1- or 2-component paint
- high hiding power and flexible color film
- high durability in outdoor use
AFTERGLOW INK

- 1-component phosphorent ink
- two different pigment qualities for differing phosphorescent duration qualities
- for long-term outdoor use a corresponding protective varnish is recommended
- two different pigment qualities for differing phosphorescent duration qualities
- for long-term outdoor use a corresponding protective varnish is recommended
TO ACHIEVE MIRROR, CHROME AND METALLIC EFFECTS

- press-ready silver and gold bronzes
- perfect for the imitation of mirror effects
- very good mesh opening, mild odour
Mara® Cure HY
VEHICLE VARNISHES SUITABLE FOR IMD PROCESS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTOR
VEHICLE VARNISHES SUITABLE FOR IMD PROCESS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTOR

- 2-component, very fast-drying, transparent - with high and satin gloss and medium resistance to external conditions - deformable, abrasion-resistant and chemical-resistant dual-cure varnish (double curing, solvent-based / UV)
Libra Matt LIM
PRINT ON HARD AND SOFT PVC, ACRYLIC GLASS AND MUCH MORE
PRINT ON HARD AND SOFT PVC, ACRYLIC GLASS AND MUCH MORE

- silk-screen ink, 1-component, matte, quick-drying, with a mild odor - suitable for printing on substrates where high coverage, flexibility or resistance to plasticizers is required, e.g. scales, panels, displays, double-sided stickers
Libra Print LIP
EASY AND EXCELLENT PRINTABILITY ON DIFFERENT SUBSTRATES
EASY AND EXCELLENT PRINTABILITY ON DIFFERENT SUBSTRATES

- 1-component, fast-drying, glossy, with medium coverage and mild odor - good mechanical resistance and flexibility make Libra Print widely used in graphic screen printing (posters and banners, stickers, advertising panels) - ideally suited for PVC self-adhesive film, rigid PVC, acrylic glass, polystyrene, ABS, SAN, soft PVC, PETG, Polycarbonate, paper, cardboard
Libra Speed LIS
ILLUMINATED ADVERTISING SYSTEMS, HIGHLY STAIN-RESISTANT COLORS, BLACKBOARD paint
ILLUMINATED ADVERTISING SYSTEMS, HIGHLY STAIN-RESISTANT COLORS, BLACKBOARD paint

- silk-screen ink, 1-component, glossy, very fast drying (high printing speeds possible) with medium opacity and high mechanical resistance - ideal for the production of billboards, neon signs, displays or decals
Mara® Glass MG3C
INK FOR 3C APPLICATIONS
INK FOR 3C APPLICATIONS

- suitable for printing on the left side of the surface of substrates such as: 3C soda-lime glass, borosilicate glass, Gorilla® glass (Corning), Xensation® glass - silicone-free with excellent optical density - 2-component with high coverage - meets the highest requirements in terms of adhesion and resistance - has a high electrical resistance value of the ink layer
Mara® Glass MGHT FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE PRINTING ON GLASS
(Soda-lime glass, Borosilicate glass, Gorilla® glass, Xensation® Glass)

- 1-component, fast drying with high opacity - suitable for glass applications where high temperature stability is required, such as turning "OGS" touch panels or other objects such as laboratory glasses or light bulbs - exceptional temperature resistance (after appropriate final MGHT drying withstands 330 ° C for 1/2 hour without harm to the basic functions of the paint) - has a high electrical resistance of the paint layer - excellent adhesion and resistance to abrasion and scratching after final drying for 30 minutes in temp. of min. 250 ° C
Mara® Glass MGL
INK FOR GLASS, METAL, CERAMICS & PAINTED SUBSTRATES
INK FOR GLASS, METAL, CERAMICS & PAINTED SUBSTRATES

- silicone-free, 2-component, high gloss and medium opacity - suitable for printing on: glass, ceramics, metals (also thinly anodized aluminum), chrome and varnished surfaces - also suitable for laminating glass - parallel to the physical drying the paint layer is properly hardened by a chemical cross-linking reaction between the paint and the hardener - the pigments used are resistant to fading, however MGL is not suitable for outdoor applications where there is direct radiation sunlight or contact with moisture - after proper drying, the paint layer shows excellent adhesion and resistance to abrasion and scratching (the printed paint layer must be hardened for 30 minutes at 140 ° C)
Mara® Glass MGLA
PRINTING ON FLAT GLASS
PRINTING ON FLAT GLASS

- silicone-free, 2-component, glossy, with high opacity - resistant to chemicals & weather conditions (good temperature resistance and high resistance to light) - suitable for lamination with very good bonding properties - suitable for so-called "second surface" in outdoor areas: city control systems, automatic machines, ship and tractor controls, door / bell systems, digital city maps, automotive - optimal for printing on flat glass: soda-lime glass, opti-white (white glass), borosilicate glass, Corning® Gorilla® glass, Schott Xensation ™ glass (ideal printing conditions are room temperature 20-25 ° C and 45-60% humidity) - the pigments used are highly resistant to fading, but MGLA is not suitable for outdoor applications where there is direct sunlight or contact with moisture
Mara® Tech MGO
BAKING INK FOR GLASS & METAL APPLICATIONS
BAKING INK FOR GLASS & METAL APPLICATIONS

- 1-component ink for screen and pad printing - high chemical resistance, high gloss and degree of opacity - suitable for curing (the printed paint layer must be hardened for 30 minutes at 140 ° C) for glass and metal applications - substrates: glass, ceramics, metals (including thinly anodized aluminum), varnished surfaces, stainless steel (with or without coating), sensitive applications, baby bottles and 3C (touch panels) - the printed paint layer after proper drying shows excellent adhesion and resistance to abrasion and scratching
Mara® Panel MPA
FOR DECORATION OF CONTROL PANELS IN HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
FOR DECORATION OF CONTROL PANELS IN HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

- silk-screen paint for the decoration of panels made of acrylic glass (PMMA), extruded and injection-molded or polycarbonate (PC) - fast drying, satin gloss, low odor, high coverage and high resistance to chemicals and moisture - substrates: PMMA, PC, ABS / SAN, PS polystyrene, hard PVC, self-adhesive PVC, PETG, varnished substrates - depending on the substrate and requirements, H1 hardener can be added to the paint before printing - MPA is suitable for multi-layer printing with subsequent gluing, has been designed for applications requiring an electrical resistance of> 1012 Ohm to insulate the installed electronics
INK FOR DIRECTLY INJECTED PLASTIC PARTS IN THE IN-MOULD PROCESS

- 1- or 2-component ink
- excellent forming properties and temperature resistance
- very good adhesion to the injection molding material
Mara® Switch MSW
MEMBRANE SWITCHES, AUTOMOTIVE COLOR SHADES
MEMBRANE SWITCHES, AUTOMOTIVE COLOR SHADES

- 1-component, physically drying quickly, with a satin gloss, high opacity allowing for completely opaque print, medium resistance to external conditions and low odor - excellent flexibility of the printed ink layer withstands millions of presses - very good adhesion to polycarbonates and coated polyester films
Mara® Poly P
PRINTING ON PP, PE, LACQUERED & POWDER-COATED SUBSTRATES
PRINTING ON PP, PE, LACQUERED & POWDER-COATED SUBSTRATES

- 2-component, fast-drying, high gloss and high opacity - very good resistance to color fading, weathering and alkaline compounds
Mara® Plan PL
TARPAULINS AND SOFT PVC
TARPAULINS AND SOFT PVC

- 1-component, quick-drying paint with a satin gloss and high coverage of basic colors - very flexible and resistant to plasticizer - low viscosity determines the good distribution of the paint when applied with a roller or a spray gun in one application
Mara® Prop PP
POLYPROPYLENE, PREPARED AND UNPREPARED
POLYPROPYLENE, PREPARED AND UNPREPARED

- 1-component, satin gloss and medium opacity - very flexible, stackable and resistant to bending (after proper and thorough drying)

- 2-component, highly glossy, with high coverage and medium drying speed - shows the best possible chemical resistance and very good resistance to color fading and weather conditions

- 1- or 2-component paint (the addition of the hardener improves resistance to chemical agents), highly glossy, with a high degree of coverage and for a range of colors (including transparent shades) - very fast drying; does not cause the printed sheets to stick together in the stack - ideally suited for PVC self-adhesive film, rigid PVC, ABS, SAN, acrylic glass, polycarbonate, pre-treated polyester films, thermosets, lacquered substrates
Mara® Flor TK
EVERYDAY CLOTHING OF NATURAL AND SYNTHETIC FIBERS
EVERYDAY CLOTHING OF NATURAL AND SYNTHETIC FIBERS

- 2-component, fast-drying, high-gloss matte - very good resistance to washing and medium to weather conditions - suitable for printing on synthetic and natural textiles (synthetic fibers, polyester, polyacrylic, polyurethane foams, cotton, fibers mixed)
PRINTING ON A WIDE RANGE OF SUBSTRATES

- very fast drying 1-component ink for high printing speeds
- high block resistance
- ideally suited for polystyrene, PVC self-adhesive film, hard PVC, ABS/SAN, paper, cardboard
Mara® Poxy Y
PRINTING ON BOTTLE BOXES MADE OF PP & PE
UV-LED INKS
Ultra Pack LEDC
UV LED CURING INK FOR A WIDE RANGE OF SUBSTRATES
UV LED CURING INK FOR A WIDE RANGE OF SUBSTRATES

- 1 or 2-component high gloss with the best possible hiding and thixotropic structure (does not drip when the machine is stationary) - fast curing with very high resistance to water and water vapor - flexible paint layer after printing and the possibility of transferring with hot-stamping foil - designed for direct printing on packaging and containers, but LEDC is not suitable for direct contact with food or for printing on materials that come into contact with food (migration of substances contained in formula or introduced as a result of contamination); excluded materials constituting a natural migration barrier - after proper drying, the paint layer has excellent adhesion, resistance to abrasion, scratching, solvents (DIN 16524), alcohol (96% ethanol), finger sweat and other commonly used fillers, Alkaline and acidic agents - substrates: pre-treated polyethylene (HDPE / LDPE) and polypropylene, pretreated or untreated PET / PETG, rigid PVC, polycarbonate PC range, polystyrene PS
Ultra Glass LEDGL
UV LED CURING INK FOR PACKAGING & COMMERCIAL GLASS
UV LED CURING INK FOR PACKAGING & COMMERCIAL GLASS

- 2-component (before printing, add the appropriate amount of UV-HV8 and mix evenly) with high reactivity - high gloss and degree of coverage (also on dark surfaces thanks to highly opaque shades) - very fast-curing with excellent resistance to scratches, alkalis, chemicals and dishwasher - safe resistance to fading: pigments of medium to high resistance to weather conditions were used in LEDGL, but due to the binders used, LEDGL shades are suitable for limited outdoor use for a period of 3 months - suitable for: pre-prepared HDPE / LDPE polyethylene, pre-prepared, cold-coated packaging glass (e.g. beverage bottles), pre-prepared flat glass inside, pre-prepared cosmetic bottles , pre-prepared restaurant glass, glazed ceramics, metal, anodized aluminum, painted surfaces, PETG
Ultra Graph UVAR
GRAPHIC PRINTING (advertising boards, system inscriptions, posters) FOR INDOOR AND OUTDOOR USE
GRAPHIC PRINTING (advertising boards, system inscriptions, posters) FOR INDOOR AND OUTDOOR USE

- high gloss, basic shades, 4-color process inks, satin gloss - fast drying, flexible (suitable for embossing, cutting and grooving) - perfect detail print and good chemical resistance to commonly used removers, finger sweat and alcohol - good resistance to fading thanks to which standard colors and 4 process colors are suitable for use in external conditions in relation to the Central European climate for 2 years if placed vertically - high mechanical resistance after proper and thorough drying (the paint layer shows excellent adhesion, abrasion and scratch resistance) - suitable for substrates: self-adhesive PVC and rigid PVC films, polystyrene (PS) and ABS, polycarbonate (PC), PETG, PP prepared (also corrugated), paper and cardboard
Ultra Pack UVC
DIRECT PRINTING ON CONTAINERS AND PACKAGING
DIRECT PRINTING ON CONTAINERS AND PACKAGING

- 1-component or 2-component thixotropic structure - very fast drying, high gloss (when printing on very hot substrates, the gloss level will noticeably decrease) and excellent water resistance - the printed paint layer is flexible (e.g. on tubes); can be coated with hot-stamped films , polyamide PA (for PA it is recommended to add a hardener) - fade resistance: all UVC colors (except UVC 934) contain pigments with good or high fading resistance - mechanical resistance: after thorough drying, the paint layer has exceptional adhesion and resistance to fading, abrasions, scratches, thinners (DIN 16 524), alcohol (96% ethanol), sweat from fingers and other common bases and acids
Ultra Form UVFM
DESIGNED FOR DEEP MOLDING
DESIGNED FOR DEEP MOLDING

- basic shades and UVFM 170; process colors transparent with satin gloss - high flexibility and smoothness of the printed ink layer determine very good forming and finishing - ideal for high quality displays, promotional boards, molded articles - chemical resistance: low due to the high flexibility of the paint - mechanical resistance: excellent adhesion and resistance to abrasion and scratching is achieved after 24 hours (after cooling down to room temperature, the paint layer should withstand a cutting test) - resistance to cutting fading: pigments with high resistance to weather conditions were used (basic colors are suitable for outdoor use up to 3 years, vertical, Central European climate) - substrates: self-adhesive PVC film, hard PVC, PMMA acrylic glass, PS polystyrene, ABS, PC polycarbonate, PETG, paper, cardboard, PP pre-treated, also corrugated
Ultra Pack UVFP
LOW MIGRATION
LOW MIGRATION

- the first officially confirmed low migration to plastic PE / PP ink developed in accordance with strict applicable requirements for printing on food and cosmetic packaging; ensures real and proven safety during printing on these packages (prevents the migration of harmful elements from the outside of the printed side to the inside of the package) - low migration concerns only the product itself, other auxiliaries added to the ink may affect its properties - quickly curing, shiny with very good covering - the printed paint layer achieves optimal adhesion and scratch resistance as well as some solvents, such as alcohol or gasoline, after 24 hours; resistance to sweat and popular alkaline and acid fillers is limited - substrate: pre-prepared PE (HDPE / MDPE / LDPE) and PP (flame treated)
Ultra Glass UVGL
UV-CURING INK FOR PACKAGING & COMMERCIAL GLASS, GLAZED CERAMICS & METALS
UV-CURING INK FOR PACKAGING & COMMERCIAL GLASS, GLAZED CERAMICS & METALS

- silk-screen ink, 2-component, fast drying (exception: UVGL 170 opaque white, sandblasting imitation, highly opaque and metallic shades and primers - cure much slower) with high gloss (UVGL color shades - if necessary - they can be coated with metal) - shows very high resistance to: scratching, alkaline compounds, chemicals and washing in dishwashers - suitable for the following surfaces: prepared flat glass used in interiors glass (e.g. mirrors, furniture glass, arcade glass, games glass), prepared, cold-coated packaging glass (e.g. beverage bottles), prepared glass for cosmetic packaging, prepared restaurant glass (e.g. glasses , Ashtrays, vases), ceramics, metals, anodized aluminum, painted surfaces - fade resistance: UVGL shades are suitable for limited outdoor use - 3 months
Ultra Plus UVP
PRINTING ON A WIDE RANGE OF SUBSTRATES
PRINTING ON A WIDE RANGE OF SUBSTRATES

- high gloss and high opacity - very high chemical resistance and a variety of applications - a particular application in printing on packaging, also in graphic and industrial screen printing where problematic substrates are used or when the highest resistance to chemicals and a high gloss are required - UVP is a very cross-linked paint which tends to crack, is not flexible and cannot be rolled - fade resistance: pigments of medium to high resistance to weather conditions have been used in all UVP colors; the prints can be used indoors and to a limited extent outdoors - suitable for substrates: prepared PP and PE, powder and wet-coated substrates, metals, glass (decorative for use in interiors without the influence of humidity), hard PVC, polystyrene, ABS / SAN, PETG / PETA, PC, self-adhesive PVC films, PMMA - suitable for printing on glass , but it can also be used for metal and plastic after prior testing
Ultra Pack UVPHR
DIRECTLY PRINTING ON PET CONTAINERS AND PACKAGING
DIRECTLY PRINTING ON PET CONTAINERS AND PACKAGING

- 1- or 2-component with high gloss (no risk of tarnishing under the influence of heat, i.e. when printing on hot substrates) - excellent adhesion to PET; not suitable for direct contact with food or for printing on materials in contact with food - very quickly curing, excellent water resistance, universal application - after proper and thorough drying, the printed paint layer shows excellent adhesion, resistance to abrasion, scratching and sticking, and is resistant to acetone and methanol - substrate: prepared and not flame-prepared PETG / PETA, pre-prepared polyethylene HDPE / LDPE and polypropylene PP
Ultra Pack UVK+
UV-CURABLE INK FOR PRINTING ON POLYETHYLENE & POLYPROPYLENE
UV-CURABLE INK FOR PRINTING ON POLYETHYLENE & POLYPROPYLENE

- excellent water and water vapor resistance
- high level of gloss, does not become matte even when exposed to heat
- high output thanks to very high printing speeds
- very good mechanical, chemical and filling material resistance
- high level of gloss, does not become matte even when exposed to heat
- high output thanks to very high printing speeds
- very good mechanical, chemical and filling material resistance
Ultra Disc UVOD
PRINTING ON CDs & DVDs
PRINTING ON CDs & DVDs

- very high curing speed
- thixotropic color setting for sharp-edged negative printing
- PANTONE mixed recipes
- thixotropic color setting for sharp-edged negative printing
- PANTONE mixed recipes
Ultra RotaScreen UVRS
UV-CURABLE INK FOR PRINTING ON CORONA PRE-TREATED SUBSTRATES
UV-CURABLE INK FOR PRINTING ON CORONA PRE-TREATED SUBSTRATES

- very good overprintability with UV book and UV offset printing
- highly reactive for very high printing speeds
- very flexible, ideal for subsequent punching and embossing
- high-gloss, brilliant colors
Ultra Set UVOS
UV-CURABLE HALFTONE INKS FOR WATERLESS OFFSET PRINTING
UV-CURABLE HALFTONE INKS FOR WATERLESS OFFSET PRINTING

- very good printability and excellent point sharpness
- high pigmentation for a colorful print
- possible uses on various printing systems
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