Kao Collins Stratus TSK281503 Solvent Ink Cartridge for Non-Porous Industrial Printing

Discover the Kao Collins Stratus (TSK281503) Ink Cartridge, a genuine OEM, solvent-based ink engineered for reliable coding and marking on difficult, non-porous surfaces. Built on HP Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) technology and formulated by Kao Collins, a trusted partner of Hewlett Packard, Stratus delivers fast-drying, smudge-resistant prints where water-based inks will not adhere.

Key Features of the Kao Collins Stratus Ink Cartridge

• New Genuine OEM Product: A brand-new HP 45-series cartridge filled with Kao Collins proprietary Stratus ink, not recycled or remanufactured.
• Solvent-Based Formulation: Specifically formulated for difficult media such as plastic wrap, PVC, Tyvek, foils, UV coats, varnish, and some metals.
• Fast Dry Time: Dries quickly on non-porous substrates for crisp, durable, smudge-resistant codes and barcodes.
• Built for Non-Porous Surfaces: Adheres to films, foils, and coated materials that water-based and aqueous inks cannot reliably print.
• HP TIJ Compatible: Integrates with HP 45 / TIJ 2.5 industrial inkjet printers.

Why Choose Kao Collins Stratus Ink?

When your application calls for printing on non-porous films, foils, or plastics, ink chemistry is critical. Stratus is a solvent-based ink designed precisely for these hard-to-print substrates, offering dependable adhesion and fast dry times that keep high-speed lines running. As a genuine Kao Collins OEM product, it delivers consistent, professional-grade results batch after batch.

Applications for Stratus TSK281503

• Flexible Packaging: Code plastic wraps, films, and foils used in product packaging.
• Coated and Specialty Stocks: Print on UV-coated and varnished surfaces.
• Plastics and Cards: Mark PVC, Tyvek, and similar non-porous materials.

Substrate Compatibility

• Ink Type: Solvent-based
• Color: Black
• Substrates: Plastic wrap, PVC, Tyvek, foils, UV coats, varnish, and some metals (non-porous)
• Manufacturer: Kao Collins
• Technology: HP Thermal Inkjet (TIJ)

Cross-Reference and Compatibility

• Genuine OEM Part Number: Kao Collins Stratus TSK281503 (also written TSK-281503). What you receive is genuine Kao Collins Stratus ink, not a remanufactured or substitute cartridge.
• Also known as: Collins Stratus, Stratus solvent ink.
• Printer Compatibility: HP 45 / Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) platform and Kao Collins and HP-based industrial inkjet printers.
• No competitor equivalent: Stratus is a specialty solvent ink supplied as genuine OEM. For higher-decap or longer-shelf-life solvent needs, Kao Collins also offers the SOLV-JET and Sigma solvent families - contact us to compare.

Printing on PET / mylar or another specialty film? Solvent inks like Stratus are the correct class for non-porous films, but adhesion on polyester film depends on the film surface treatment. Contact our team at info@ink4mail.com to confirm the right ink for your exact substrate.

Why Shop at Ink4Mail?

• Specialty / Drop-Ship Item: Because Stratus is a solvent-based ink, it ships as a special-order, drop-ship product directly from the manufacturer, by UPS ground only - it is not available for same-day or air dispatch from our warehouse. Contact us to confirm current lead time before ordering.
• Expert Support: Contact our team at info@ink4mail.com for personalized assistance.