MUTOH America has announced the launch of HydrAton 1642, a 64-inch roll-to-roll printer equipped with AQUAFUZE ink; a highly safe UV-curable water-based ink, made using FUJIFILM Group’s proprietary technology for stable water dispersion of photopolymers. The new system is designed to provide high image quality and substrate versatility while addressing environmental and safety concerns associated with traditional wide-format printing. AQUAFUZE ink offers low odour, low VOC output and is classified as GHS hazard-free, requiring no hazard pictograms. The formulation also meets GREENGUARD Gold certification standards for indoor air quality.
HydrAton 1642 uses two AccuFine HD print heads and i-Screen dot control technology to produce detailed output with reduced banding at production speeds. It supports a range of indoor graphics and soft signage applications including wall coverings, point-of-sale displays, window graphics, and décor. Light-duty vehicle wraps are also supported. HydrAton represents more than a new printer; it’s a step forward for the entire industry, according to Brian Phipps, President of MUTOH America, Inc.
