Selecting The Right Fluid
Inkjet Fluids for Original Equipment Manufacturers
Selecting The Right Fluid
Step 1: Application
Understanding the application and substrate(s) is an integral part of the selection process. It’s also important to identify any pre-treatments that may be used.
Step 2: Printhead
The printhead is key to the overall press layout and is the driver for both speed and quality. Ensuring the fluid has the correct viscosity window for your printhead enhances drop placement and reduces satellites during jetting.
Step 3: Cure
Fluids are each designed for a specific curing system, which each offer a variety of different features. Understanding each system’s performance characteristics enables smooth integration and reliability once your press is in production.
Step 4: Ink Delivery System (IDS)
Ink Delivery Systems are a key component in creating a production-ready digital solution. Understanding the chemical restrictions within a system is a key first step in making a fluid selection.
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