Solvent screen inks

Solvent-based screen-printing inks, pigments, solvents, and binders, offer durability and adaptability. They use organic solvents to transfer pigments onto textiles, plastics, and metals, delivering vivid, long-lasting prints resistant to water and UV light.

Marabu is a global leader in high-performance screen printing inks, known for their adhesion, durability, and vibrant colour reproduction. Trusted by professionals across a wide range of industries, Marabu solvent-based inks deliver consistent results on plastics, glass, metals, textiles, and more—making them the ideal choice for demanding print applications.

Marabu Solvent Based Inks

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Brilliant Adhesion & Durability

Marabu solvent-based inks offer exceptional colour saturation, perfect adhesion, and high resistance to water and UV—ideal for long-lasting, vibrant prints on diverse media.

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Wide Substrate Compatibility

From plastics, glass, ceramics, metals to textiles and outdoor banners our range includes inks that are tailored for specific surfaces and applications.

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Functional & Specialty Solutions

Whether you need fast-drying backlit inks, flexible films, high-gloss effects, or industrial-strength chemical resistance, Marabu offers high-performance systems to match every production demand.

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Manufactured to Premium Standards

Partnering with Marabu means you benefit from over 60 years of ink innovation and precision engineering—designed for consistency, reliability, and top-tier print quality worldwide .

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MaraFlex FX

Screen printing ink for plastics

MaraFlex FX is a solvent-based ink for single- and multilayered identity cards, offering excellent lamination, flexibility for die-cutting, embossing, laser marking, and a versatile colour mixing system.

  • Rigid PVC

  • ABS

  • SAN

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Glass Ink GL

Screen printing ink for glass

Glass Ink GL is a solvent-based, 2-component ink for screen and pad printing on glass and ceramics, offering accelerated drying and high opacity, ideal for indoor deco and promotional items.

  • Glass & Ceramics

  • Metals

  • Aluminum

  • Thermosetting plastics

  • Chrome-plated parts

Can of MARABU Mara Gloss 070 paint.

Mara Gloss GO

Screen ink multiple substrate

MaraGloss GO is a universal, glossy, and flexible ink for graphical screen printing on various substrates, offering outstanding printability, mouldability, and fluorescent colour shades.

  • Polyester (PETG, PETA)

  • Acrylic glass (PMMA)

  • Polycarbonate (PC)

  • Soft PVC

  • Wood

  • Paper

  • Corrugated

  • Rigid PVC

  • PVC foil

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Libra Matt LIM

Matte ink multiple substrate

LibraMatt LIM is a solvent-based, matt ink with a mild odor and high opacity, offering outstanding printability for a wide range of materials, including an offset base and blocking silver for double-sided stickers.

  • Wood

  • Rigid PVC

  • Polycarbonate

  • Paper

  • Corrugated

  • Soft PVC

  • Self-adhesive PVC foil

  • Polystyrene (PS)

  • Coated polyester

  • Acrylic glass (PMMA)

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Libra Speed

Screen Ink for Backlit Material

LibraSpeed LIS is ideal for backlit advertisements, offering excellent vacuum formability and long-term outdoor suitability with very fast drying for high printing speeds.

  • Paper

  • Corrugated

  • Rigid PVC

  • Self-adhesive PVC foil

  • Polystyrene (PS)

  • SAN

  • Acrylic glass (PMMA)

  • ABS

  • Polycarbonate (PC)

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Mara Chrome MC

Screen Ink for metal & glass

MaraChrome MC are solvent-based, press-ready bronzes that create high-quality mirror, chrome, and metallic effects when printed on the reverse side of transparent substrates.

  • Glass & Ceramics

  • Polyester (PETG, PETA)

  • Acrylic glass (PMMA)

  • Polycarbonate (PC)

  • Coated polyester

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Mara Glass MGL

Screen Ink for coated substrates

MaraGlass MGL is a solvent-based, two-component screen printing ink for indoor decoration on glass, metal, ceramics, and coated surfaces, offering high chemical and water resistance when tempered.

  • Glass & Ceramics

  • Anodized aluminum

  • Coated substrates

  • Metals

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Mara Tech MGO

Screen & pad ink - glass & metal

MaraTech MGO is a solvent-based, one-component ink for glass and metals, for screen and pad printing, offering high adhesion, chemical, and resistance.

  • Glass & Ceramics

  • Metals

  • Anodized aluminum

  • Coated substrates

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Mara Mold MPC

Screen ink for Polycarbonate

MaraTech MGO is a solvent-based, one-component ink for glass and metals, suitable for screen and pad printing, offering high adhesion, chemical, and resistance.

  • Polycarbonate (PC)

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Mara Switch MSW

Screen Ink Delicate Output

MaraSwitch MSW is perfect for printing front foils, membrane switches, high-quality keypads, and control panels, providing excellent printability and flexibility for embossing or die-cutting.

  • Coated polyester

  • Polycarbonate (PC)

  • ABS

  • Rigid PVC

  • PVC foil

  • Acrylic glass

  • Polyester

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Mara Poly P

Long Term Screen Ink

MaraPoly P is a versatile, highly resistant 2-component screen printing ink, ideal for long-term outdoor use and as a protective varnish on 1-component ink systems.

  • Polyamide (PA)

  • Pre-treated polyethylene (PE)

  • Pre-treated polypropylene (PP)

  • Rigid polyurethane

  • Coated substrates

  • Rigid PVC

  • Anodised aluminium

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Mara Plan PL

Screen Ink - Banners & Signage

MaraPlan PL is a solvent-based ink ideal for decorating tarpaulins and banners made of soft PVC. It can also be used with rollers or injectors after dilution.

  • Soft PVC

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Mara Prop PP

Screen Ink - Polypropylene

MaraProp PP is a solvent-based ink perfect for printing on untreated and pre-treated polypropylene, such as tarpaulins, labels, and foamed sheets.

  • Polyethylene (PE), pre-treated

  • Polypropylene (PP), untreated

  • Polypropylene (PP), pre-treated

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Mara Pur PU

Screen Ink - Multiple substrates

MaraPur PU is a highly resistant, 2-component ink designed for interior and exterior use, offering exceptional chemical and mechanical resistance to various fillers and stresses.

  • Wood

  • Metals

  • Coated substrates

  • Polyamide (PA)

  • Polyethylene

  • Polypropylene

  • Polyacetate

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Mara Pol PY

Screen Ink - Multiple substrates

MaraPol PY features a flexible ink film for additional processing steps like chamfering, cutting, and grooving. With high opacity, it's ideal for direct printing on dark substrates.

  • Wood

  • Rigid PVC

  • Polyethylene (PE)

  • Polypropylene (PP)

  • Polyester

  • ABS

  • SAN

  • Coated substrates

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Mara Speed SL

Screen Ink - Fast Running

A solvent-based 1-component ink designed for fast-running fully automatic or cylinder machines, offering fast drying and high block resistance, ideal for multi-colour printing

  • Paper, corrugated paper

  • Rigid PVC

  • Self-adhesive PVC foil

  • Polystyrene (PS)

  • SAN

  • ABS

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Mara Star SR

Glossy ink for many substrates

MaraStar SR offers superior gloss, outdoor, and chemical resistance, making it ideal for demanding applications. Fast drying, high block resistance, and compatibility with various substrates ensure top-notch results.

  • Coated polyester

  • Polyamide (PA)

  • Polyacetate (POM)

  • Polyester (PETG, PETA)

  • Acrylic glass (PMMA)

  • Polycarbonate (PC)

  • ABS

  • Wood

  • Anodised aluminium

  • Coated substrates

  • Paper, corrugated paper

  • Rigid PVC

  • Self-adhesive PVC foil

  • SAN

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Mara Flor TK

Screen Ink for Textiles

MaraFlor TK offers exceptional fade resistance, making it ideal for outdoor applications like blinds and sunshades. With high opacity and wash resistance, it ensures longevity on various textile substrates.

  • Textiles (synthetics, cotton)

  • Polyamide (PA)

See the Kissel+Wolf Difference Today

Join over 500 Australian printers who trust Kissel+Wolf for premium screen printing inks that deliver vibrant results, reliable performance, and global brand compliance. From eco-friendly water-based options to specialty and plastisol inks, we’ve got every print covered.

With superior performance, versatility, and a 50 year track record of excellence, these inks are the foundation of success for screen printers across the nation.

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