06-16-2007, 10:07 AM
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Indoor (waterbased ink) inkjet (wide format), could b converted to solvent-based inkjet by changing the tubes/ink tank and using so-called "eco-solvent" ink. However, the durability of a waterbased ink printhead with solvent-based ink in it, is definitely not cost effective. This is because it's lifespan is reduced and maintenance cost increases! And, ur daily maintenance work will increase as well, as you will hv to wrap the printhead with solvent cleaner DAILY, yes.. daily, after you stop the machine. If u plan to stop working for days, let say a weekend, u'll b advised to clear out all the ink and fill with the solvent cleaner, in order to prevent damaging by the harden ink!
So, end up buying a true solvent printer (either eco or not) and work according to its requirements (such as the daily maintenance or the weekly)....
Hope it helps!
Andy |
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