Consumables
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Ŷ Definition
The term consumables refer to Markem-Imaje products which are consumed in the printing
process or which are used to ensure that the printer operates correctly. Consumables
include:
ʄ Ink
Used for marking.
The ink formula includes ingredients to provide:
Ƒ stability when stored in the container (up to use-by date) and when in the printer,
Ƒ good marking performance (adhesion to identified substrates and resistance to
specific identified constraints).
The most reliable printer performance as they are engineered to meet our
exacting specifications.
ʄ Additive
Used to adjust the viscosity of the ink.
The composition of the additive is exactly matched to the requirements of the ink being
used.
Use of lower grade additives may cause performance issues with your printer
ʄ Cleaning solution
Used for printer maintenance (head cleaning, etc.).
The composition of the additive is compatible with the ink and additive used.
ʄ Flushing liquid
May be required for specific configurations.
The composition of the fluid is suitable for a variety of maintenance tasks.
ʄ Anti-clogging liquid
May be required for specific configurations.
ʄ Units of sale
Markem-Imaje offers packs of four or six units, depending on the type of ink or additive, as
well as starter kits containing ink and additive.