Champion Inks® Pantone® Mixing System – Gallon Colors
Large-format precision for serious production.
The Champion Inks® Pantone® Mixing System in gallon colors delivers lab-grade, repeatable color accuracy for high-volume shops. Built for spot color printing on 100% cotton (use a white underbase on dark garments), this premium plastisol platform pairs with our free CHAMP-MIX™ 4.0 software for fast, exact formulations and dependable remixes. Access at champmixing.com.
Key Features & Benefits
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Precision Color Matching – Create Pantone®-accurate spot colors with digital formulas.
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Production-Ready Gallons – Consistency across long runs and reorders.
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High Opacity & Vibrancy – Smooth laydown, crisp edges, and durable wash performance.
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For Lights & Darks – Print direct on lights; use a white underbase on darks for true tone.
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Software Support – Free CHAMP-MIX™ web & mobile tools for ratios, batch tracking, and QC.
Application & Usage
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Best on: 100% cotton; works on blends with a proper white underbase.
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Use Cases: Brand color programs, agency spot colors, bulk production runs.
Technical Specs
| Ink Type |
Plastisol Mixing System |
| Finish |
Semi-gloss |
| Opacity |
Medium–High (white underbase recommended on dark garments) |
| Flash |
230°F (110°C) · 4–7 sec |
| Full Cure |
320°F (160°C) · 30–45 sec |
| Viscosity |
Medium-bodied; creamy flow |
| Shelf Life |
12 months from manufacture |
Screen Printing Guidelines
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Mesh: 110–230 for general work (finer mesh for detail).
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Underbase: Bright white underbase on dark or tinted garments for Pantone® fidelity.
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Clean-Up: Use OPTIWASH 125 or comparable press wash.
Storage & Handling
- Store at 65–90°F (18–32°C); avoid direct sun and heat.
- Keep containers sealed to maintain viscosity and prevent contamination.
Safety & Compliance
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CPSIA Compliant – Lead <300 ppm; Non-phthalate.
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Prop 65 Compliant – Safe for apparel applications.
- Use gloves/eye protection; ensure adequate ventilation.
Available Sizes
- Pints • Quarts • Gallons • 5-Gallon Containers
Why Champion Inks®?
Backed by CHAMP-MIX™ 4.0 software and rigorous batch QC, Champion Inks® makes it simple to formulate, match, and reproduce Pantone® colors with confidence—run after run.
