Mimaki will unveil its 3DUJ-553, 3D Printer at formnext 2017, scheduled for 14 to 17 November in Frankfurt.
‘Making the leap from UV-curable 2D inkjet printing devices to 3D printing was a logical step for Mimaki,’ said Ronald van den Broek, sales manager EMEA at Mimaki Europe. ‘Mimaki has dedicated significant R&D resources to our 3D development efforts, and the 3DUJ-553 is our first foray into the 3D market. We’re using a unique technique, based on our highly successful UV inkjet printing technology. This technology is already being used in a wide range of 2D UV flatbed and roll-to-roll printers that create signs, display graphics, promotional items and more.’
The Mimaki 3DUJ-553 jets successive layers of ink, which are instantly cured by UV light until the object is fully formed. Fine layers accumulate on the build tray to create one or several precise 3D models or parts. Where overhangs or complex shapes require support, the 3D printer jets a removable support material. It uses LED curing for reduced energy usage.
It can print full-colour objects with more than 10 million colours. Colour profiles can be used to ensure accurate and consistent colour. This means no overpainting is required, saving time and labour.
It offers white ink, as well as a clear ink overcoat that adds vibrancy to the printed product. Its clear ink can also be combined with colour ink to create half colour transparent models.
Its support materials can be removed with a simple water wash, eliminating the need to manually cut tags or other support structures.
It features a maximum build size of 50 x 50 x 30cm. Mimaki has equipped the 3DUJ-553 with its proprietary core technologies, including ink circulation system to prevent clogging and Nozzle Checking Unit. Print head nozzles are automatically checked for any malfunction, with an effective nozzle substitution strategy that enables continuous printing, even if a nozzle is not operating correctly. In addition, the printer is equipped with an internal monitoring camera that enables operators to monitor the printing progress.
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