What consumable accessories do we have?
UV Ink: Ultraviolet (UV) printer inks are designed to cure (dry) quickly under UV light, which allows printing on a wide variety of substrates, including plastics, glass, metal, and more. The instant curing makes UV prints durable, water-resistant, and scratch-resistant.
UV Film: This is often used in UV DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing. A design is printed onto a transfer film using UV ink, and the cured ink is transferred to various surfaces, offering high detail and durability.
DTF Ink: DTF printers use special pigment inks, typically in CMYK and white. The white ink forms a base layer that allows designs to be transferred onto dark fabrics. The ink is applied to a PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) film before being transferred to the substrate via heat.
DTF Film: This is a special type of PET film designed for transferring printed designs to fabrics. The film holds the printed design before the powder adhesive is applied and then heat-pressed onto the garment.
DTG Ink: DTG printers use water-based pigment inks designed to bond with cotton or cotton-blend fabrics. The ink is absorbed into the fabric fibers, creating a soft finish. DTG inks are typically used with a pretreatment solution to ensure vibrant colors and durability.
Eco-Solvent Ink: These inks are formulated with fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs) than traditional solvent inks, making them more eco-friendly and suitable for indoor use. Eco-solvent inks are primarily used for printing on flexible materials like vinyl and banners and provide excellent outdoor durability with water and UV resistance.
Solvent Ink: Traditional solvent inks are known for their strong adhesion properties and durability on non-porous surfaces like vinyl, PVC, and other plastics. They are mainly used for outdoor signage, as they are resistant to fading, water, and weathering. Solvent inks are ideal for large-format printing applications like billboards and vehicle wraps but emit strong fumes and require proper ventilation.
Epson Printheads: Epson printheads are piezoelectric-based, meaning they use mechanical vibration to eject ink droplets onto the substrate. Epson printheads are widely known for their high precision, durability, and compatibility with various ink types, such as dye, pigment, solvent, and UV inks. Common printheads include Epson DX5, DX7, and the PrecisionCore series, which offer different levels of resolution and print speed.
Ricoh Printheads: Ricoh printheads also use piezoelectric technology and are highly regarded for their reliability and robustness in industrial printing environments. Ricoh heads, such as the Ricoh Gen4 and Gen5, are commonly used in UV, solvent, and DTF printers due to their ability to handle high-viscosity inks and produce detailed prints at high speeds.
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