Details on Specific Media Types
Acrylic Sheet (Plexiglas® and other brand names)
Considerations
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Recommendations for best results
Preparation
∙Peel the protective film off one side. If firmly affixed to media,
∙Wipe the media with an
Printing
∙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.
∙Depending on
∙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.
∙Use Low or Medium lamp settings depending on the material’s tolerance to heat.
∙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.
∙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.
∙Use Backlit or UV White Opaque Film color profiles, or generic dot gain model depending on application.
∙Media Feed Calibration is not necessary when switching between media types or when switching between sizes.
Output Handling
∙Take care when lifting sheets off the table as media, especially polycarbonate, may scratch. Use clean, cotton gloves to avoid fingerprints.
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