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Details on Specific Media Types
Acrylic Sheet (Plexiglas
®
and other brand names)
Considerations
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Supported (
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Recommendations for best results
Preparation
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Peel the protective film off one side. If firmly affixed to media, adhesive-backed protective films can
be left on the backside while printing. This type of film creates less static when removed but
without it material can slip causing problems with registration. Print on the side without any
lettering or graphics on the protective film to avoid transfer effect from printed areas.
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Wipe the media with an anti-static cloth or other device to remove static charge and possible
cutting remnants. Use only alcohol or approved plastic cleaner if needed.
Printing
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These materials are heavy in larger sizes. Do not exceed the maximum weight stated in the
specifications. Flatness, size, smoothness, and weight will affect the consistency of media feed
through the printer.
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Depending on end-use application, ink adhesion may be an issue. Clean the media as directed
and use a color profile that has low ink saturation.
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Ink saturation and curing is best with Production or High Quality Modes in 600x600. If the
application calls for reverse printing the image will need to be flipped in the server or at the
application.
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Use Low or Medium lamp settings depending on the material’s tolerance to heat.
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These materials are usually heavy enough to lie flat, but it is important that there is a sufficient
level of vacuum to facilitate registration a setting of 5 should provide reasonable balance.
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Media may expand and contract during printing so a slightly higher head height than nominal
(0.085 inches or 0.216 cm.) may be needed to prevent the carriage from rubbing.
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Use Backlit or UV White Opaque Film color profiles, or generic dot gain model depending on
application.
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Media Feed Calibration is not necessary when switching between media types or when switching
between sizes.
Output Handling
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Take care when lifting sheets off the table as media, especially polycarbonate, may scratch. Use
clean, cotton gloves to avoid fingerprints.
1200x600 600x600 600x300
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