10 Facts About Inkjet

1.

Inkjet printing is a type of computer printing that recreates a digital image by propelling droplets of ink onto paper and plastic substrates.

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2.

Inkjet printers were the most commonly used type of printer in 2008, and range from small inexpensive consumer models to expensive professional machines.

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3.

Inkjet formed the company, R H Research, and developed the revolutionary technology that led to the Pixelmaster color printer with solid ink using Thermojet technology.

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4.

Inkjet-printed fine art reproductions are commonly sold under such trade names to imply a higher quality product and avoid association with everyday printing.

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5.

Inkjet printing head nozzles can be cleaned using specialized solvents; or by soaking in warm distilled water for short periods of time, for water-soluble inks.

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6.

Inkjet printers tend to clog if not used regularly, whereas laser printers are much more tolerant of intermittent use.

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7.

Inkjet printers require periodical head cleaning, which consumes a considerable amount of ink, and will drive printing costs higher especially if the printer is unused for long periods.

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8.

Inkjet printers have traditionally produced better quality output than color laser printers when printing photographic material.

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9.

Inkjet printers are used to form conductive traces for circuits, and color filters in LCD and plasma displays.

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10.

Inkjet technology is used in the emerging field of bioprinting.

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