Conditions for Settable Objects to Be Printed On

MEMO

In this manual, the objects to be printed are called the "object" or "media."

The D-UAB ink used in this machine is an ink that is instantly adhered to the object to be printed on by irradiating it with ultraviolet light. This makes it possible to perform printing on objects that are difficult to print on using conventional inks.

This section explains the objects which can be printed on using the machine.

Material

Even materials with the same name have many variations with different properties depending on slight differences in ingredients, and even if the ingredients are the same, printing may or may not be possible depending on differences in surface treatment such as plating or coating. Even if a material is listed as a printable material, always be sure to perform a test print to confirm that satisfactory print quality can be achieved.
  • ABS
  • PET (polyethylene terephthalate)
  • PC (polycarbonate)
  • TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane)
  • Leather
  • Wood

Objects that cannot be printed on or have print quality issues

  • In the case of objects that easily reflect light, the reflection of UV light may accelerate the curing of the UV ink on the surface of the print heads, resulting in ink discharge failure.
  • Objects to be printed on that are electrostatically charged should be discharged before use.

    If the ink is electrostatically charged, the position of the ink landing will not be stable, and printing quality will be adversely affected.

  • Objects with excessive unevenness cannot be used for printing.

    Notes When the Print Surface Is Uneven

  • If the object to be printed on still comes loose even with the flat table suction function turned on, use commercially available tape or some other means to hold the object in place.

    If the object to be printed on comes loose, the ink emission surface of the print heads and the print surface can rub together, resulting in malfunction.

  • This printer cannot print on all materials. When selecting the object to be printed on, be sure to carry out testing in advance to make sure that satisfactory print quality can be obtained.

The conditions for objects to be printed on that can be set in the machine are shown below.

Maximum size Width 430 mm (16.9 in.)
Length 340 mm (13.3 in.)
Thickness 90 mm (3.54 in.)
Maximum weight 5 kg (11.0 lb.)