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Core Technologies

ID Cut

ID Cut is a Mimaki solution that prints the cut-data in the form of a barcode between the register marks of the nested images. At the cutting plotter, both the barcode and registration marks are scanned by an optical sensor and cutting starts accordingly, without the need to send the cut-data separately, reducing human intervention.

The advantage of ID Cut explained

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ID Cut applied

ID Cut not only offers highly accurate cutting, as it separates the print- and cut job completely, it strongly reduces the chances of operation mistakes (waste) while allowing additional steps in between (lamination), and increases overall unattended productivity (roll versus sheet).

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ID Cut not applied

Since the alignment of the media in the cutter plotter and applying of the cut-data have to be performed manually, not only manual intervention is higher, it also limits the production runs.

AMF | Automatic Media Feeder

AMF is Mimaki’s feed and wind system which absorbs tension differences and stabilize the thickness of the fabric during printing. Since each type of fabric has its own stretching characteristics, the system is available on most of our direct-to-textile printers. The tension, applied to the fabric during printing, varies according to the changes in the outer diameter of the front and rear rolls.

The advantage of AMF explained

AMF applied

AMF ensures a uniform tension and constant thickness of the fabric during printing, minimizing colour differences while increasing image quality.

AMF not applied

As the tension and consequently the thickness of the fabric changes constantly, it results in an fluctuating and unstable image quality.

MCT | Mimaki Circulation Technology

MCT is a function that prevents pigment sedimentation by periodically circulating the ink in its ink channel, reducing maintenance costs and increasing productivity. The pigments of special inks, such as white or silver, have a higher change to settle, which could lead to a clogged ink supply.

The advantage of MCT explained

MCT applied

MCT will periodically circulate the special inks in its ink supply channel, to prevent pigment sedimentation and to guarantee a stable ink supply.

MCT not applied

The pigment of specials inks have the tendency to settle, which could eventually lead to a clogged ink supply. Additional time and money is needed to do this manually.

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UISS | Uninterrupted Ink Supply System

UISS allows ink replacement without the need to stop the print run, by automatically switching to the other ink cartridge/bottle when the first one runs out; after the switch, the operator can replace the empty one. This allows for longer unattended print runs and reduces unsuspected print holds due to insufficient ink. Only available for ink configurations that have two cartridges/bottles of the same colour.

The advantage of UISS explained

UISS applied

UISS lengthens the maximum print run, thanks to a larger ink capacity and prevents the operator from having to replace ‘not-yet-empty’ cartridges/bottles so that the (unattended) job can be finished.

UISS not applied

The print job needs to be interrupted each time one of the ink cartridge/bottle runs out, reducing the overall productivity.

AWC | Automatic Wiper Cleaning

The Automatic wiper cleaning function automatically sprays cleaning liquid and removes ink from the wiper, before and after the print head cleaning cycle, keeping the nozzle surface clean and reducing daily maintenance time.

The advantage of Automatic Wiper Cleaning explained

AWC applied

The automatic wiper cleaning technique ensures quick and effective cleaning. It avoids colour mixing occurring in the print heads, leading to sharper images and reducing daily maintenance time.

AWC not applied

Without automatic wiper cleaning, images may appear less sharp and manual maintenance is required to avoid colour mixing from occurring.

ACF | Automatic Cleaning Function

ACF is a function that automatically cleans the print head surface using a wiper. As part of the print head cleaning cycle, it reduces the chance of clogged nozzles and guarantees stable and continuous productivity while reducing downtime.

The advantage of ACF explained

ACF applied

The automatic cleaning function keeps the print head clean, ensuring reliable output results. Head cleaning is automatically carried out when printing is completed for a set length or time.

ACF not applied

Without the automatic cleaning function, nozzles are more likely to become clogged, requiring more manual maintenance and time.

Jam Sensor

The Jam Sensor is attached to the print carriage, detecting even the slightest wrinkled or draped textile surface. It prevents a print head strike or media jam, thereby reducing print head damage.

The advantage of the Jam Sensor explained

Prioritising safety

The jam sensor helps to prevent accidents that can occur when media is not compatible or positioned correctly.

Better productivity outcomes

The jam sensor stops operating when safety for operators is threatened, such as when the manually inputted media thickness is wrong or when the displaced media interferes with the carriage. Once operations automatically halt, the carriage can be shifted to a safe position.

MIH | Mimaki Intelligent Heaters

MIH is Mimaki’s patented heating technology for its solvent printers which optimizes ink fixation on the media. It consists of a 3-way (pre-, print- and post-) heater system to maintain the optimal dot gain, via an accurate temperature-controlled ink dot fixation on the media.

The advantage of MIH explained

MIH applied

Both media and ink will be at the ideal temperature to perfectly predict the dot gain of the ink drops and thereby maximizing the image quality at any moment.

MIH not applied

As the dot gain can’t be properly predicted, the image quality is more difficult to predict and may differ between print runs.

MCC | Mimaki Clear Control

MCC is a function that enables the curing of clear ink in a single pass, regardless of the selected finish (matt, glossy or texture). An optimized UV-LED lamp control prevents the adhesion of dust and occurrence of air bubbles. The result is a beautiful finish with sharp expressions of edges on textures.

The advantage of MCC explained

MCC applied

With a stronger UV LED intensity, the clear ink is cured in a single pass, preventing dust accumulation and air bubble occurrence on the print.

MCC not applied

Since most competitors require a second pass to fully cure the clear ink, this additional time increases the possibility for dust to adhere and air bubbles to appear, reducing its glossiness.

White Ink Circulation

White ink circulation prevents pigment sedimentation for special inks, such as white or silver, which could lead to a clogged ink supply, by periodically circulating the ink in the tubes and sub tank, to guarantee a stable supply while reducing ink discharge and waste.

The advantage of White Ink Circulation explained

White Ink Circulation applied

White Ink Circulation will constantly circulate the white ink between ink tanks and ink sub tanks, as well as through the print head, to prevent sedimentation. This reduces cleaning frequency, saving time and money.

White Ink Circulation not applied

The pigment of white inks have the tendency to settle, which could eventually lead to a clogged ink supply. Additional time and money is needed to do this manually.

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