FAQs
Which Mimaki ink is compatible with my printer?
Compatibility depends on the exact printer model, installed ink family, color configuration, and container system. Check the ink label and machine records before ordering. Print & Finishing Solutions can use the printer serial number and current ink code to identify the correct SKU.
What is the difference between Mimaki LH-100, LUS-120, and LUS-170 UV inks?
LH-100 cures to a hard film for rigid applications. LUS-120 is more flexible for work that bends after printing. LUS-170 is for compatible roll-to-roll and print-and-cut systems that require immediate UV curing and media flexibility.
Can we change a Mimaki printer from one ink family to another?
An ink conversion requires confirmed printer support, the prescribed flushing procedure, approved cleaning liquids, and new color profiles. Never mix ink families in one ink path. Ask Print & Finishing Solutions to verify the conversion before removing the installed ink.
Should we buy Mimaki OEM ink or a compatible alternative?
OEM ink has documented printer compatibility, established color profiles, and clearer warranty support. Compatible ink may cost less, but the shop must account for profiling, adhesion testing, color drift, maintenance demands, and service exclusions tied to unapproved ink.
Which consumables should be stocked with Mimaki ink?
Stock the maintenance or flushing liquid specified for the installed ink family, along with the operator-replaceable cleaning items listed in the printer manual. White-ink systems need closer inventory control because automatic circulation and cleaning routines require adequate ink and maintenance fluid.
How should Mimaki ink be managed during extended downtime?
Leave the printer powered as directed so automatic maintenance can run. Keep enough ink in the system, check expiration dates, and confirm waste-tank capacity. Before a full shutdown, follow the model-specific storage procedure, particularly for white, solvent, and UV ink systems.
Do we need to test Mimaki ink adhesion before a production run?
Yes. Adhesion, flexibility, curing, abrasion resistance, and finishing response vary by substrate. Test the production media with the intended ink, primer, cure settings, cutting process, and laminate before approving the job or quoting its expected service life.
What information should we provide when ordering Mimaki consumables?
Provide the printer model, current ink code, required color, container size, part number when available, and the consumable being replaced. For maintenance liquids, include the installed ink family and the planned procedure so the fluid can be checked for compatibility.
This table is optimized to answer which Mimaki ink family fits each production method, substrate behavior, and maintenance requirement.
| Mimaki Product | Chemistry or Function | Production Fit | Key Selection Factor | Supply Format | Consumable Planning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS21 | Eco-solvent ink | Signs, decals, banners, vehicle graphics, and other indoor or outdoor graphics | Printer support, media profile, drying time, outdoor exposure, and installed color set | 440 cc process and extended-color cartridges; 220 cc white for supported configurations | Pair with the cleaning products specified for the printer and SS21 ink system |
| LH-100 | Hard UV-LED ink | Rigid boards, panels, promotional products, and surfaces requiring a hard cured ink film | Adhesion, abrasion exposure, white or clear layers, and primer requirements | Model-dependent bottle or cartridge format | Confirm the approved maintenance liquid, flushing liquid, and primer for the printer |
| LUS-120 | Flexible UV-LED ink | Flexible media and printed pieces that bend or flex after curing | Required flexibility, substrate adhesion, finishing method, and white or clear configuration | Model-dependent bottle or cartridge format | Order only the maintenance products approved for the installed UV ink system |
| LUS-170 | Flexible UV-LED ink | Compatible UJV100, UCJV300, and UCJV330 roll-to-roll or print-and-cut workflows | Printer series, media movement, finishing process, color set, and certification requirements | 1-liter bottles for supported printer configurations | Keep the specified maintenance liquid available for routine cleaning and service procedures |
| PHT50 | Water-based heat-transfer pigment ink | DTF film printing followed by powder application, curing, and garment transfer | White-ink circulation, film and powder pairing, cure conditions, and transfer settings | 600 ml CMYK packs and 500 ml white packs | Track white ink, cleaning supplies, film, powder, and waste capacity as one production system |
| Mimaki Primer | Jettable adhesion promoter | UV printing on substrates that fail adhesion testing without surface preparation | Substrate, ink family, coverage, cure settings, finish appearance, and printer support | SKU and volume depend on the supported printer and primer type | Test primer coverage because it can change gloss, color, adhesion, and job cost |
| Maintenance and Flushing Liquids | Ink-system cleaning and flushing fluids | Routine cleaning, ink-path service, storage procedures, and approved ink changes | Exact printer model, ink family, service procedure, fluid code, and required volume | Bottles, cartridges, or maintenance kits specified by model | Do not substitute fluids based on appearance or name alone; verify the product code |
Order Mimaki ink and consumables through Print & Finishing Solutions after confirming the printer model, installed ink code, color, and container format.