LFP - Large-Format-Printing
Mimakis JV5-320 is now also available with dye sublimation inks for super wide format transfer printing
Monday 17. March 2008 - The companys successful large and very large format inkjet printer series moves ahead once again and offers, besides the JV5-320 solvent model, now also transfer printing in the grand format range. The new dye sublimation inks give outstanding results.
Mimaki Engineering, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and cutting machines for the sign/graphics, textile/apparel and industrial markets, announces the immediate availability of JV5-320 printer as dye sublimation model for transfer printing onto polyester based materials and rigid substrates.
Following the recent launch of the wide format JV33-130/160 and JV5-130/160 as dye sublimation variants, Mimaki now also offers sublimation transfer printing in the super wide segment for on-demand production and quick turnaround of large banners (soft signs), flags, furnishing and interior design.
Like all other JV5 models the JV5-320 features a staggered head array of four print heads for high speed printing. In addition the JV5 series features Mimakis unique automatic nozzle failure detection, which monitors the ink-discharging state from the print head and detects and cleans clogged nozzles, thus minimizing waste of media and ink.
The new sb51 aqueous dye sublimation inks feature a faster drying time in order to match the high speed of the JV5 series. Furthermore the new quick drying ink enhances print quality because bleeding is less likely and the colour density of especially the black ink is much improved as is wash- and crock-fast.
And there is more: The JV5-320 offers Mimakis own UISS (uninterrupted ink supply system) which makes it possible to print twice as much in one print run (up to 1760 cc) and to switch ink cartridges on the fly. JV5-320 operators dont have to so closely monitor their machines fearing end of cartridge problems.
“The introduction of the dye sublimation models of the JV33 series and JV5 series together with our new environmentally friendly aqueous dye sublimation inks, brings new benefits to our customers. We believe that these new products will positively enhance our customers portfolio of services”, said Shinichi Uehara, Sign & Graphics Division manager.
Mimaki offers both, sublimation printers (JV33 series, JV5 series) and direct printing systems (DS series, TX2 series). Typically the advantage of dye sublimation printers is that they can be used to create exceptionally high quality and durable output for both polyester based materials and hard substrates.
The advantage of direct printing systems is that it saves transfer paper and thus saves cost.