FAQs
Which Mimaki ink is correct for my printer?
Match the printer model and installed configuration to the exact ink family, color, container size and part number. Similar Mimaki models may use different chemistries. Print & Finishing Solutions can verify the details before the order ships.
Should I use LH-100 or LUS ink for UV production?
Use LH-100 for rigid work that needs strong scratch and chemical resistance. Choose a supported LUS ink when the printed material will bend, roll, cut or conform after curing. Test adhesion and finishing performance on the actual production substrate.
Can I change a Mimaki printer to another ink family?
An ink change may require flushing, new profiles, approved cleaning liquids, configuration changes and technician service. Never mix ink chemistries or treat the change as a cartridge swap. Check the model, serial number and installed ink set before planning the conversion.
What should I provide when ordering Mimaki ink?
Provide the printer model, installed ink family, required color, container size and Mimaki part number. For white, clear, primer or maintenance liquid, include the machine's full color configuration because these supplies may be configuration-specific.
Does Mimaki maintenance liquid need to match the ink system?
Yes. Cleaning, washing and flushing liquids are assigned to specific ink families and printer models. Using the wrong chemistry can leave deposits or damage ink-path parts. Check the printer documentation, supply label and current safety data sheet before use.
Which Mimaki ink is used for DTF garment transfers?
PHT50 is a water-based heat-transfer pigment ink for compatible Mimaki DTF printers. CMYK comes in 600 ml packs and white in 500 ml packs. Production quality also depends on white-ink circulation, film, powder, curing and transfer settings.
Do white and clear inks require different production controls?
Yes. White ink requires scheduled circulation, agitation or maintenance according to the printer procedure. Clear UV ink adds varnish, texture or spot effects, which changes cure, layering and finishing requirements. Verify that the installed printer configuration supports the selected channel.
This table is optimized to answer which Mimaki ink family fits each production method, substrate behavior and printer configuration.
| Mimaki ink or consumable | Chemistry or function | Production fit | Available format or color set | Primary selection check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS21 | Eco-solvent ink | Signs, decals, banners and vehicle graphics requiring weatherability and rub resistance | 440 cc process and extended-gamut cartridges; 220 cc white cartridge | Printer support, installed color set, media profile, drying and ventilation |
| LH-100 | Rigid UV-LED ink | Rigid boards, promotional products, panels and parts exposed to scratching or chemicals | 1-liter bottles; selected printers also support 250 ml bottles; CMYK, white and clear configurations | Substrate adhesion, ink-film rigidity, primer need and printer configuration |
| LUS-120 | Flexible UV-LED ink | Flexible sheets and rigid applications that require more bend tolerance after curing | 1-liter bottles; selected printers also support 250 ml bottles; CMYK, white and clear options vary by model | Required flexibility, adhesion, cutting method and supported printer series |
| LUS-170 | Flexible UV-LED ink | Roll-to-roll and print-and-cut graphics requiring immediate UV curing | 1-liter bottles; CMYK, light colors, white and clear availability depends on printer configuration | Printer series, color-channel setup, media movement and post-print finishing |
| PHT50 | Water-based heat-transfer pigment ink | DTF film printing followed by powdering, curing and heat transfer to garments | 600 ml CMYK packs and 500 ml white packs | Printer model, white-ink management, film and powder pairing, cure and transfer settings |
| Mimaki primer | Jettable adhesion promoter | UV printing on substrates that fail adhesion testing without surface preparation | Container and primer type depend on printer and ink configuration | Ink compatibility, substrate testing, coverage, cure settings and finish appearance |
| Maintenance and washing liquids | Ink-system cleaning and flushing fluids | Daily maintenance, scheduled service, shutdown procedures and approved ink changes | Bottles and kits assigned to specific printer and ink combinations | Exact ink family, printer model, service procedure and applicable safety data sheet |
Get the correct Mimaki ink matched to your printer model, installed ink set and production application from Print & Finishing Solutions.